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Nestled on 12 acres of sprawling, park‑like grounds in Wimberley, Texas, EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens combines the charm of natural beauty with community‑driven arts. Founded in 1998 to honor Emily Ann Rolling, the nonprofit venue offers year‑round theatrical productions—including beloved outdoor Shakespeare performances—alongside camps, classes, and seasonal festivals like the Butterfly Festival and the Trail of Lights Visitors can enjoy free admission to the grounds (open dawn to dusk) featuring diverse attractions: an outdoor amphitheater with seating for around 400, indoor stages, sensory gardens, memorial plazas, interactive installations like a musical garden and life‑size chess/checker board, and tranquil walking paths dotted with sculptures .The mission—“to reinvest in the dignity of the human spirit through the performing arts, the beauty of nature and community fellowship”—comes to life as families picnic, children play in the gaga pit, and locals gather under the stars to celebrate art and nature together .
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Old Baldy in Wimberley is a compact but memorable hilltop park situated about 2½ miles southwest of Wimberley Square. This 4.3‑acre preserve features a rugged limestone outcrop and a steep climb of roughly 218 rock steps—short but invigorating. Hikers reaching the summit are rewarded with sweeping, 360° views across the rolling Texas Hill Country—a favorite spot for sunrise, sunset, picnics, birding, and quiet contemplation Originally saved from development by community fundraising in 2015, Old Baldy now welcomes visitors daily from dawn until dusk, offering pet- and family-friendly access with free parking—just pack water, wear sturdy shoes, and soak in this natural gem near Wimberley’s charming core .
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Wimberley Square sits at the heart of downtown Wimberley, where charming limestone‑facade buildings, towering cypress trees, and the gentle flow of Cypress Creek create a picturesque, small‑town Texas ambiance This vibrant hub blends local culture with leisure: visitors can explore unique boutiques, art galleries, antique shops, and handcrafted goods, sip Hill Country wines, enjoy creek‑side dining, and catch live music under the shade of ancient cypresses With a rich historical backdrop—including 19th‑century structures like the old mill homestead—the square offers both nostalgia and creativity in equal measure . Whether you're wandering galleries on a monthly Gallery Trail, grabbing a coffee by the water, or mingling at festivals like Market Days, Wimberley Square is the town’s quintessential gathering place—bustling, yet always relaxed .
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acob’s Well, a perennial artesian spring located about three miles northwest of Wimberley in the Jacob’s Well Natural Area, is a stunning 12-foot-wide limestone pool fed by the Trinity Aquifer The spring marks the headwaters of Cypress Creek and plunges into a submerged cave system that reaches depths of 120–140 feet, making it the second-largest fully submerged cave in Texas Known for its constant 68°F crystal-clear water, Jacob’s Well was once a popular swimming hole and diving site—though cave diving has since been restricted due to safety concerns and several tragic incidents . In recent years, heavy groundwater pumping and recurring droughts have caused the spring to cease flowing multiple times, most recently in 2022, leading to restrictions on swimming to allow the ecosystem to recover Visitors can still explore the 81-acre natural area via scenic trails and join free guided tours that highlight the site’s rich history, geology, and conservation efforts.
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Blue Hole Regional Park is a 126-acre Hill Country haven just outside Wimberley centered around its iconic spring‑fed swimming hole along shaded Cypress Creek The water remains a refreshingly cool ~75°F, and swimmers delight in rope swings, docks, and soft lawns nestled under towering cypress trees . Beyond swimming (which requires advance reservation during the May–Labor Day season), the park offers family‑friendly hiking and biking trails, playgrounds, sports fields, picnic areas, and event spaces—including a pavilion and amphitheater—for concerts, nature camps, and community events year‑round . Recognized twice as a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice attraction, Blue Hole blends natural beauty, conservation, and recreation—open daily from dawn to dusk with free access to all non‑swim areas .
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