Cypress Falls Swimming Hole
Wimberley, Texas · on Cypress Creek
Verified · 2 independent sources
- WATER
- creek
- FALLS
- Waterfall on site
- ACCESS
- Designated swim area
- FEE
- $10
- SEASON
- Best in summer
About Cypress Falls Swimming Hole
Cypress Falls Swimming Hole is a fee-based, spring-fed natural swimming area on Cypress Creek in Wimberley, Texas, operated by the Lodge at Cypress Falls / Cypress Falls Event Center. A low dam on the creek forms both the swimming hole and a small waterfall, with the limestone formation known as Eagle Rock as a backdrop.
The swimming hole sits on what operators describe as the largest open stretch of Cypress Creek, framed by the Eagle Rock limestone formation and a small waterfall created by a dam across the creek. The site was historically used as a Native American ceremonial gathering place before the creek was dredged in 1949 to widen the swimming area.
Swimming at Cypress Falls Swimming Hole
The creek here is spring-fed (sourced from the Jacob's Well aquifer system) with reported water temperatures around 68-72°F. Visitors describe a gentle, barely-noticeable current with a mix of shallow wading areas and deeper pockets suitable for floating, tubing, and confident swimmers; clarity can shift from crystal clear to tea-colored after heavy rain.
How to get to this swimming hole
The site is at 50 Marina Circle, Wimberley, TX 78676, with an overflow lot at 1 Woodcreek Circle in front of the lodge on the hill; the main parking lot is a short walk from the water.
Parking: On-site lot at 50 Marina Circle adjacent to the swimming hole, with overflow parking at 1 Woodcreek Circle. First-hand reports describe weekend parking as limited, filling by mid-morning, with carpooling recommended.
The walk in
No real hike here. The water is a short walk from where you park. This is a drive-up, fee-gated day-use site, not a backcountry access point; no trail or hike is needed to reach the water.
Plan your visit
Bringing kids
OK with supervision
Multiple sources call it 'family friendly' with a shallow, soft sandy walk-in area and a gentle, barely-noticeable current, and one operator's own rental service sizes/provides life vests for renters. Caution flags: no lifeguards are mentioned anywhere, limestone banks and ledges near the dam get slick, and some visitors take small jumps off the rocks, so supervision and water shoes are warranted, especially for younger kids.
Parking
Free
Free primary lot at 50 Marina Circle, Wimberley, TX 78676, sitting directly next to the water. Free overflow lot at 1 Woodcreek Circle, in front of the lodge on the hill, a short walk further. Visitor accounts say weekend parking is limited and fills by mid-morning; arriving at the 11am weekend opening and carpooling are recommended.
Restrooms
Yes
On-site restrooms and changing areas are listed among the facility's amenities (per operator's own facility list); exact location/number of fixtures is not published beyond 'on-site' near the swimming area.
Water clarity
Varies with season and flow
The creek is spring-fed from the Jacob's Well aquifer system, and one nearby lodging operator describes it as generally 'clear...without much fluctuation in temperature.' However, visitors note visibility swings from crystal clear to tea-tinted or murky after heavy rain or storms, so clarity should be treated as weather-dependent rather than reliably clear year-round.
Hours
Seasonal and event-dependent: summer (per operator) is daily 9am-9pm, the longest window of the year; Spring Break (roughly early-to-mid March) runs 11am-7pm daily; fall, winter, and non-Spring-Break spring have shorter, day-limited hours. The operator states all times are subject to change for private events and advises calling ahead (512-842-3434) before visiting.
On the water
Restrictions: No outside alcohol or glass containers; catch-and-release fishing only; visitors may bring their own tube or boat free of charge. The swim area sits in the pooled water above a small low dam on Cypress Creek, so it functions as a calm pond rather than open river paddling -- no indication of motorized watercraft use or an electric-only rule because motorized craft don't appear applicable to this small impoundment.
One first-hand account notes staff size and provide life vests to renters as part of the rental process.
Rentals nearby
Boats/kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and inner tubes for use on the swimming hole
Prices: Boats/kayaks: $10 for the first hour, $5 each additional hour. Tubes: $5 for 3 hours. Bringing your own tube or boat: free.
On-site at the swimming hole, 50 Marina Circle, Wimberley, TX 78676 · Matches the swimming hole's seasonal operating hours (see 'hours' field above)
What regulars say
Regulars offer candid color: weekend parking fills fast, so arriving right at the 11am opening and carpooling is recommended; weekdays are 'blissfully calm' with faster service; water shoes are recommended for the rocky limestone entry; dogs are welcome and often off-leash with good recall; and water clarity swings between crystal clear and tea-tinted depending on recent rain.
Backstory
Local accounts say the site was used as a sacred ceremonial gathering place by Native Americans before the creek was dredged in 1949 to enlarge the swimming area; a dam built on Cypress Creek subsequently formed both the swimming hole and the small waterfall that gives the spot its name.
Cypress Falls Swimming Hole: FAQ
Does Cypress Falls Swimming Hole charge a fee?
Paid day-use wristbands: adults ~$10, children 4-12 ~$6, seniors (55+) ~$6, children under 4 free, local residents $2, with a $2 military discount. Equipment rental separate: boats/kayaks $10 for the first hour ($5 each additional hour), tubes $5 for 3 hours; bringing your own tube or boat is free.
Is Cypress Falls Swimming Hole kid friendly?
Multiple sources call it 'family friendly' with a shallow, soft sandy walk-in area and a gentle, barely-noticeable current, and one operator's own rental service sizes/provides life vests for renters. Caution flags: no lifeguards are mentioned anywhere, limestone banks and ledges near the dam get slick, and some visitors take small jumps off the rocks, so supervision and water shoes are warranted, especially for younger kids.
Do I need to hike to reach Cypress Falls Swimming Hole?
No significant hike is required. The swimming area is close to parking and access.
Where do I park for Cypress Falls Swimming Hole?
Free primary lot at 50 Marina Circle, Wimberley, TX 78676, sitting directly next to the water. Free overflow lot at 1 Woodcreek Circle, in front of the lodge on the hill, a short walk further. Visitor accounts say weekend parking is limited and fills by mid-morning; arriving at the 11am weekend opening and carpooling are recommended.
Can I bring a kayak or paddleboard to Cypress Falls Swimming Hole?
One first-hand account notes staff size and provide life vests to renters as part of the rental process.
When is the best time to visit Cypress Falls Swimming Hole?
Summer has the longest and most consistent operating hours (daily 9am-9pm per operator schedule); spring, fall, and winter have shorter, day-limited hours and are more weather/event dependent.
What are the rules at Cypress Falls Swimming Hole?
No outside alcohol, no grills/open flames, catch-and-release fishing only, leashed pets permitted, and liability waivers required (signed by someone 18 or older) for all participants.
What water body is Cypress Falls Swimming Hole on?
Cypress Falls Swimming Hole is on Cypress Creek, a natural creek verified in USGS hydrography data.
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