Tours and Amenities

GUIDED MORNING TOURS: Free to the public, offered Saturdays at 10am, October – May

When available, guided tours are led by park staff and/or dedicated volunteers. The guides will speak in-depth about the history of Jacob’s Well and the aquifer system that sustains it as well as the local wildlife and vegetation found here. NOTE: tours are not available during summer months.

Guided morning tours last approximately one (1) hour and will lead you on various compacted granite and natural surface trails. While we do not consider our tours to be strenuous, you will travel up and down several inclines and walk on rock ledges. Please be aware of your own personal limitations.

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Upcoming Events

 Yoga in the Park - May 3rd @ 9am

A 45-minute beginner-level yoga class at Jacob's Well Natural Area.

As you flow through sun salutations and standing poses, you'll connect with the natural beauty around you, fostering a sense of peace and harmony within. The class moves at a comfortable pace, allowing you to fully experience each pose and deepen your awareness of body and breath.

Our class welcomes everyone, whether you're stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning to yoga after a break.

Free to the public. No reservations needed.
This class is BYOYM: Bring Your Own Yoga Mat
Meet At: The Jacob's Well Nature Center Pavilion near Parking Lot C

Native Tree ID Hike - May 16th, 10am

Join special guest Karl Flocke of the Texas A&M Forest Service on a hike through Jacob's Well Natural Area. During this 1.5 hour hike you'll learn more about our Central Texas trees as well as some of the basic principles of tree identification.

The hike will begin at 10am at the Jacob's Well Nature Center Pavilion. This event is free to the public - no reservations required

Where to park: Parking Lot C @ Jacob's Well Natural Area

What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, water, snacks

Discovery Day - May 24th, 10am-2pm

Learn more about the geology and ecology of the park via hands-on stations throughout the park. As you hike down the main trail to Jacob's Well you will encounter discovery stations designed to enhance your understanding of Jacob's Well Natural Area. Come and go as you please!

This is a free guided audio tour of Jacob’s Well Natural Area. Five stops will guide visitors through the park while discussing the history, geology, and ecology of the area. Access the tour via the link above or by scanning one of the QR codes found throughout the park at each stop. 

Educational Opportunities

Nature Center Exhibits – Open Saturdays 11am-3pm & Sundays 10am-3 pm
Here you will find SCUBA diving videos, historical photos, our massive fossil collection, wildlife exhibits, and more!

Field Trips at Jacob’s Well

Jacob’s Well Natural Area is happy to host school field trips, scout trips, home school groups and other groups. Please contact us for more information about tours, trips, or other educational visits to Jacob’s Well Natural Area. If you are interested in a field trip for your school or organization, please fill out this form and email it to Katherine at the Hays County Parks Department.

Hiking Trails, Geocaching, Birding, Scenic Photography, Children’s play area, Picnic areas, Labyrinth, Sundial, Loose Parts Play Area

Geocaching

Geocaching is a real world “treasure hunt” that uses GPS coordinates to locate various sized hidden containers. Each container has a log to sign and there are often trinkets inside! Caches can be as small as a bison tube or bigger than a five-gallon bucket! Click on our brochures below to learn more.

See our geocaching brochures!

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