Jacob's Well Natural Area is open to the public from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily for hiking and viewing the spring. In addition, the Natural Area offers primitive and accessible trails, geocaching, self-guided audio tours, bird and wildlife watching opportunities, picnic sites, demonstration gardens, weekend Nature Center exhibits and a small children's play area.
Activities in the local area
Jacobs Well Natural Area can fill your day with fascinating discoveries and relaxing moments. The entire Texas Hill Country has unique, memorable areas. Natural wonders plus activities that fascinate and entertain are located in around the Wimberley area. The first Olive Oil producing facility in Texas is just up the road. On another road nearby is a rum distillery, take the tour and sit around reflecting on your Jacob's Well experiences.Listed below are additional recommendations.
Starlight Horizon is a community of 14 private cabins.
Offering unique amenities including our community pool, wood burning fire pits, hammocks, terraces, and games area located at the rear of the property. Guests often enjoy floating the Guadalupe Horse Shoe down the road a bit, wine tasting in Fredericksburg, Sailing on Canyon Lake, concerts at White Water Amphitheater, dancing in Gruene Hall, or Schlitterbahn Waterpark all within a short drive from the property. Reserve the entire facility for your next gathering.
Wimberley Electric Bikes ADVANCE RESERVATIONS Preferred-
Visit the iconic sites safely in the Wimberley Valley via electric bikes. Our map keeps you off the dangerous roads for your safety. Spend the day visiting Old Baldy, Cypress Falls (swimming) Jacobs Well, Blue Hole Park, and shopping/dining downtown Wimberley.
$75 per bike for the whole day.
Weight limit 225 #
We schedule a meeting time behind Fair Dinkum Coffee and Beside Treasures on 12. This is not a brick-and-mortar location but a meeting spot. 13620 RR12
The concept of ziplining — which today is primarily an adventure thrill ride — was actually conceived out of necessity. The gravity-fueled conveyance using cables and pulleys threaded between two points was created by workers and residents who needed to quickly transport people and supplies across canyons, rivers, and other impassable areas in remote regions of China, the Costa Rican rainforest, and the Australian Outback.
Ziplining is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing adventure tourism activities. Today, professional ziplining adventure tours can be found worldwide and there is one in Wimberley for all to enjoy. Experience a rush as you soar over canyons and creeks with breathtaking 15-mile views of the Wimberley Valley. Your adventure will begin with trained guides leading you on an educational walking tour. You'll learn about the local ecosystem of plants and wildlife, local history, and other interesting Wimberley area facts.
300 Winn Valley Drive, Wimberley, TX 78676
1.847.9990 website Map
Hill Country wineries are hidden gems...enjoy the wines of each location or have a tour for even more fun. Enlisting the services of an areas touring service will enhance your experience. With over 60 Vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms in this central portion of Texas it is easy to see why wine lovers are flocking to the lodges and hotels in the area. Choosing a tour company is easy and many of our lodges have wine tours as part of their special packages if you enjoy venturing out on your own you will be rewarded by the beautiful views, Texas scenery and the wines from the boutique vineyards.
been drawn to the Wimberley valley, 'A Little bit of Heaven'.
Many people discover the beautiful Texas Hill Country and are quickly taken by the sense of energy, the thriving cultural scene and the supportive artist's community.
With so many artists within the area they naturally needed outlets for their artwork. Art shows abound as do Art Galleries. In fact there is so much wonderful artwork that many of the local stores also feature local artists work.
All media are represented and if you want to dabble there are even classes available for painting, jewelry making, photography, weaving, glass work and more. Wimberley Artist Workshops brings an array of nationally acclaimed artists to share their knowledge. Ply offers classes in weaving along with loom rental plus weaving supplies. Silo Glass offers fused glass classes, all supplies furnished and no experience needed. Arbor Gate Studio offers workshops for jewelry creation.
While in Wimberley, visit these galleries to view local artists' work.
Jacob's Well Natural Area is a Day Use Facility and open year long. The swimming season runs May 1st through October 1st. The 2024 swimming season has been cancelled due to water shortages.
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the first Hays County - owned preserve includes 81.5 acres surrounding the Jacob's Well artesian spring. This ecological resource is the most significant and...
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Jacob's Well
The Artesian spring, is a favorite swimming spot in Wimberley
and is also the head waters to Cypress Creek. The water is supplied to the spring by the Trinity...
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Trails for all to enjoy
Access to the spring requires a hike of approximately 1900' (580m) from the parking area.. Sturdy foot wear is advised, strollers and coolers are not advised...
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Updated timely news, hours of operation, guidelines, regulations, maps, contact information and what to expect when visiting...
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The Nature Center
Serves as an educational center, containing historical prints, fossils, informative displays and an area where Master Naturalist of Hays County...
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The Fatal Allure of Jacob's Well
Louie Bond tells of the history and the mystery of this natural wonder.On the surface, the scene is timeless.
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Last updated
03/08/25
Jacob's Well Natural Area is open to the public from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily for hiking and viewing the spring. In addition, the Natural Area offers primitive and accessible trails, geocaching, self-guided audio tours, bird and wildlife watching opportunities, picnic sites, demonstration gardens, weekend Nature Center exhibits and a small children's play area.