This Little-Known Dam Forms A Swimming Hole With The Most Crystal-Clear Water In Texas
Katie Lawrence
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Five Mile Dam Park in San Marco is just one of many places to go swimming in the Lone Star State. One of the best swimming holes in Texas, this hidden gem has pristine waters that tourists and locals alike visit time and time again.
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Take a quick peek at one of the best swimming holes in San Marcos at Five Mile Dam Park in this video from Jonathan Cutrer:
Head to the website for Five Mile Dam Park to learn more about this area. Or, check out AllTrails+ to find more hiking trails near the park.
Have you ever swam at Five Mile Dam in San Marcos? If so, don’t hesitate to tell us all about how much of a blast it was!
Looking for more places to swim in Texas? Check out these 10 natural swimming holes in Texas.
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Texas beaches and hiking trails
Which hikes in Texas are short and sweet?
Some short and sweet Texas hikes include:
- San Marcos River Walk Trail
- Twin Falls Trail
- Devil’s Hall Trail
Sometimes you don’t have all day for a hike but still want to get outdoors and do some exploring. Luckily, there are many short hikes in Texas. At Palmetto State Park in Gonzales, there’s the San Marcos River Walk Trail. This 2.4-mile out-and-back hike will take you right along the San Marco River, surrounded by gorgeous palmetto trees. It’s also a great spot to birdwatch, with more than 250 different types of birds native to this area. Within the 76,000-acre Guadalupe Mountains National Park, you’ll find the 3.6-mile out-and-back Devil’s Hall Trail. Here, you’ll get views of the canyon, ravine, and cliffs without all the strenuousness of some of the other trails within the park. The total elevation gain is only 750 feet.
Which beach in Texas has the most pristine sand?
You might not realize it, but there are actually 350 miles of coastline in the Lone Star State. And many of these beaches in Texas are absolutely gorgeous. In Corpus Christi, there is Mustang Island. Not only is it home to some of the most crystal-clear water in Texas, but you’ll also find some of the most beautiful sand to dig your toes into along these five miles of coastline near the Gulf of Mexico. You can also hike, camp, and birdwatch here. And there is also a lovely paddling trail that you can access.
What is Texas known for?
Texas is known for:
- TexMex and BBQ
- The three-pound Cinnamon Roll
- Sweet Tea
While there are a lot of answers to this question, such as BBQ, sometimes sweltering temps, and live music, there is one thing very “big” about Texas — and that’s its size. Not only is it the second-largest state in the U.S., but it also ranks number two in population. And it also has three (Dallas, San Antonio, and Houston) of the top ten most populated cities in the U.S. Good thing there are plenty of attractions in Texas.