Balmorhea State Park
9207 Texas 17, Toyahvale, TX 79786
Hours open
Monday:
8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sunday:
8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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About the Business
Located in arid West Texas, Balmorhea State Park offers visitors the chance to swim, scuba dive, or simply relax under the trees at the world's largest spring-fed swimming pool. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, this historic park also features camping, geocaching, nature studies, and bird watching opportunities. Endangered fish and other wildlife can be found in the park's restored desert wetlands. Visitors can enjoy picnicking, outdoor sports, and playgrounds, as well as rent group halls for family gatherings. Overnight accommodations include campsites and retro motel-style lodging at the San Solomon Springs Courts. The pool, fed by the San Solomon Springs, holds 3.5 million gallons of water and stays at a comfortable temperature year-round. Visitors are encouraged to respect the park's heritage and natural resources by picking up trash, leaving artifacts undisturbed, and admiring wildlife without harassment. The park store offers swimming and snorkeling accessories, t-shirts, and souvenirs. Teachers can utilize the park as a Texas Aquatic Science Certified Field Site. Operating hours are from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. or sunset, with warm days and cool nights from May to September. In case of violations, visitors can contact Operation Game Thief. The park is committed to providing programs and services without discrimination, in compliance with Federal civil rights laws.
Reviews
"This is one of the coolest state parks I've seen. A large spring fed swimming pool with 3ft, 5ft, 20ft, and 25ft swimming areas. Two diving boards. Swim with the minnows, catfish, and the turtles. Water stays around 75 degrees all year round. We went on a cold day and still managed to jump in and enjoy ourselves. It was cold and we didn't stay long, but totally worth the stop."
"This park is heaven on earth. It is so calm, beautiful and natural. I saw a tortoise, fish and a few birds. One can spend hours here. Will come back for sure. There are many benches to sit and relax if you can't swim"
"An oasis in the desert. This was so fun to stop on our journey across Texas. Big clean bathrooms with changing places and showers. Lots of trees for shade and tables, but get one early because they do fill up. There are fish and turtles. Would be great for divers. We didn't see any that day, but we took masks and snorkels. Also, take tubes or lifejackets to float around because the center section is deep."
"What a well-rounded swimming hole. The information provided about how it came to be and how the water flows through is a lot of fun and educational. My kids had no problem swimming around with vest and without after they got comfortable. The crystal clear water is magnificent of a site highly recommend using goggles but a snorkel would do best."
"A national treasure deep in the heart of Texas. Refreshing on a hot day. Cold natural spring/lake water. Practice your high dive before you arrive. No lifeguards on duty. Bring your own refreshments. Bring your own snorkeling/floating water gear to see lots of fish and turtle in the water. Also bring your own, chairs, blankets, etc. No glass, no alcohol. Make reservations well in advance - morning and afternoon slots available. This is a family environment and not your own personal time to blare your own type of music. Everyone is very respectful of each other."
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