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Guadalupe River swimming area
Guadalupe River State Park, Bulverde, TexasRiver on Guadalupe RiverOpen, fee to enter
A public river swimming area on four miles of Guadalupe River frontage at Guadalupe River State Park.
- Water
- River, Guadalupe River
- Entry
- $7 per person aged 13 and over per day; children aged 12 and under free.
- Swim hours
- Open daily; gate 8am–10pm. Office hours vary by season.
- Facilities
- River access, picnic areas, trails, camping
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard
- Dogs
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- Managed by
- Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Getting there
From Bulverde, take US 281 north to Texas Highway 46, then west to Park Road 31 and continue to the park.
29.8645, -98.4931
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Do not use Styrofoam or glass in the river or day-use area along the river banks.
- Stay on designated, marked trails.
- Review water safety advice before swimming.
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Questions about Guadalupe River swimming area
Can you swim at Guadalupe River swimming area?
Yes. Swimming is allowed in the Guadalupe River at Guadalupe River State Park, which is open daily. There is no lifeguard.
Does it cost anything to swim at Guadalupe River swimming area?
$7 per person aged 13 and over per day; children aged 12 and under free.
Are dogs allowed at Guadalupe River swimming area?
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