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Blanco State Park swimming area
Blanco State Park, Blanco, TexasRiver on Blanco RiverOpen, book ahead
A public river swimming area along a one-mile stretch of the spring-fed Blanco River in Blanco State Park.
- Water
- River, Blanco River
- Entry
- booking required in season
- Swim hours
- Open daily.
- Facilities
- Shallow wading pool, picnic areas, screened shelters, nature trails
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard on duty.
- Children
- Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
- Managed by
- Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Getting there
Use 101 Park Road 23, Blanco, Texas 78606. The park is south of Blanco on U.S. 281 at the Blanco River bridge.
30.0941, -98.4210
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Swim at your own risk.
- Supervise children at all times.
- Do not enter the closed area shown on the park map.
- Do not use glass containers in the river.
- Do not park on grass.
- Observe quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
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Questions about Blanco State Park swimming area
Can you swim at Blanco State Park swimming area?
Yes. Swimming is permitted anywhere along the Blanco River in Blanco State Park, including a shallow wading pool near Falls Dam. Entry passes must be reserved before visiting, and there is no lifeguard.
Do you need to book Blanco State Park swimming area?
An entry pass must be reserved online or by phone before visiting.
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