The Swimming Holes of Texas

Julie Wernersbach; Carolyn Tracy

Published by University of Texas Press 2020

The Swimming Holes of Texas

Julie Wernersbach and Carolyn Tracy

https://doi.org/10.7560/321522

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About this book

Nothing beats a natural swimming hole for cooling off on a scorching summer day in Texas. Cold, clear spring water, big old shade trees, and a quiet stretch of beach or lawn offer the perfect excuse to pack a cooler and head out with family and friends to the nearest natural oasis. Whether you’re looking for a quick getaway or an unforgettable summer vacation, let The Swimming Holes of Texas be your guide. Julie Wernersbach and Carolyn Tracy highlight one hundred natural swimming spots across the entire state. The book is organized by geographic regions, so you can quickly find local places to swim—or plan a trip to a more distant spot you’d like to explore. Each swimming hole is illustrated with an inviting color photo and a description of what it’s like to swim there, as well as the site’s history, ecology, and conservation. The authors include all the pertinent info about admission fees and hours, parking, and on-site amenities such as showers and restrooms. They also offer tips for planning your trips and lists of the swimming holes that are most welcoming to families and pets. So when the temperature tops 100 and there’s nothing but traffic in sight, take a detour down the backroads and swim, sunbathe, revel, and relax in the swimming holes of Texas.

Author / Editor information

Julie Wernersbach is the literary director of the Texas Book Festival and a former marketing director at BookPeople, Austin’s largest independent bookstore.

Carolyn Tracy is a freelance photographer who works for an animal welfare nonprofit.

Reviews

"Organized by region, this resourceful guide provides comprehensive information—complete with color photographs—about 100 scenic swimming holes around the state."

Topics

Frontmatter Publicly Available Download PDF	i
Contents Publicly Available Download PDF	vi
Introduction: Swim the Lone Star State Publicly Available Download PDF	xi
Planning Your Trip Publicly Available Download PDF	xii
Swimmers’ Etiquette Publicly Available Download PDF	xiv
History and Conservation Publicly Available Download PDF	xv
Park Rules and Regulations Publicly Available Download PDF	xvi
North Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	1
East Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	45
Central Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	69
Austin and the Surrounding Area Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	113
South Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	189
West Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	205
Top Five Lists Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	233
Acknowledgments Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	235

(Deutsch)

Language: English
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Edition: Updated Edition
Audience: General/trade;

eBook

Published: August 25, 2021
ISBN: 9781477321539