Krause Springs 5.0

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115-acre (0.47 km2) property has 32 springs, and several feed the man-made pool and the natural pool which flow into Lake Travis

General Information

Hours:
Open daily 9am–8pm, mid-February through November (closed December through mid-February for winter maintenance).
Fees:
Adults: $10; Children ages 4–11: $6; Children under 4: Free. Cash preferred; credit cards accepted.
Pets
No pets allowed. Certified service animals only, with management approval, current vaccinations, and leash required.
Closest cities with hotels:
Marble Falls, ~15 miles (Hampton Inn)
Seasons:
Late spring through early fall (Mar–Oct) is best; peak season May–Sep; weekday visits in spring or fall offer the best experience with fewer crowds.
Location:
424 County Road 404, Spicewood, TX 78669
Website:
krausesprings.net
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From Marble Falls (15 mi): Head east on TX-71 approximately 12–13 miles, turn right onto Spur 191, then turn right onto County Road 404 and the entrance will be on the left at 424 County Road 404.

Overview

Krause Springs is a family-owned swimming and camping destination in Spicewood, about 30 miles northwest of Austin. Thirty-two natural springs feed the 115-acre property's two swimming areas, with runoff eventually flowing into Lake Travis. The Krause family has owned and operated the site for decades, and the property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its undisturbed Native American burial sites.

Swim the Natural Pool and Waterfall
A spring-fed pool sits beneath a small waterfall, with a rope swing for launching into the deeper water.

Cool Off in the Man-Made Pool
A separate spring-fed swimming pool stays around 70 degrees year-round, a reliable respite from the Texas heat.

Wander the Butterfly Gardens
A landscaped garden near the entrance features fountains and wind chimes.

Camp Overnight
Primitive tent sites and RV sites with water and electric hookups let visitors extend their stay, with stone tables and pavilions scattered throughout the property.

This article uses material from the Wikipedia article "Krause Springs", used under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.

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