Best of Austin®

Best Swimming Hole

Barton Springs Pool

Year after year, the late-springtime stampede heading toward Barton Springs signals it is time to brave the chilly waters. Jump in, freeze your tush off, and then lay out and relax as natural air conditioning keeps you from heat stroke.

  • Barton Springs Pool

    2131 William Barton Dr., Austin South Lamar and Barton Springs

    austintexas.gov/department/barton-springs-pool

    68 awards
    Image: Barton Springs Pool

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