Jacob’s Well Natural Area is an 81‑acre Hays County park in Wimberley at the headwaters of Cypress Creek. Swimming has been closed since June 2022 while spring flow remains low; the natural area is open for hiking only.
Horseshoe Ridge RV Resort’s cabins and full‑hookup RV sites are about 10 minutes away.
Plan Your Visit
- Status
- Open daily for hiking. Entry details from Hays County
- Hours
- Daily 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; no entry after 5:30 p.m.
- Guided tours
- Hays County offers guided tours on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays at 10 a.m. from Parking Lot C (about an hour). Confirm the tour schedule
- RVs & trailers
- Designated parking for RVs and campers, day use only; no overnight parking. Call ahead: (512) 214‑4593.
- Pets
- Not allowed, even if carried. Service animals are welcome on a leash.
- Trail
- Stairs and rock on the way to the well. Staff can offer UTV help when available; call ahead.
- Address
- 1699 Mt. Sharp Road, Wimberley, TX 78676
Source: Hays County Parks: Jacob’s Well Natural Area (checked November 3, 2026). Status can change at short notice; check the County’s notice before you go.
Cabins & RV Sites Near Jacob’s Well
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Jennifer G., Google review, July 2026
Cabins
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RV Sites
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Explore RV SitesAfter Your Hike: Blue Hole
Cypress Creek flows from Jacob’s Well through Blue Hole Regional Park. If you want a swim, our Blue Hole guide covers its swim season and reservations.
Also nearby: Wimberley Square and Market Days and more things to do in Wimberley.
Jacob’s Well FAQ
Is Jacob’s Well open?
Yes, for hiking. Swimming is closed. Hays County can change access at short notice, so check its notice before you go.
Can you swim at Jacob’s Well?
No. Swimming has been closed since June 2022, and Hays County says it stays closed until spring flow returns to expected levels.
Do you need a reservation or ticket for Jacob’s Well?
No entry reservation or ticket is listed on the County’s pages while swimming is closed. Check Hays County for current entry details before you visit.
Can you camp at Jacob’s Well?
No. Jacob’s Well is day‑use only; camping and overnight parking are not allowed.