The popular Wimberley swimming hole has struggled with low water levels for years. While staff with the Hays County Parks ...

In 2022, Jacob’s Well reached zero flow — the fifth or sixth time that was ever recorded. The swimming season started with normal flows, but conditions turned in late June.

A woman takes the plunge into the cool waters at Jacob's Well swimming hole. Often referred to as "The Gem of Texas Hill Country," Jacob's Well is in Wimberley, a short, 45-minute drive from Austin.