Jacob's Well remains closed for 'foreseeable future' due to unsafe swimming conditions

WIMBERLY, Texas — Hays County Officials announced that Jacob’s Well will be closed for swimmers for the "foreseeable future" due to unsafe conditions.

According to a Facebook post, people have been reaching out about the possibility of swimming in Jacob’s Well this summer.

“We will not be posting our swimming reservation link to the website until we are able to confirm a safe swim season. Any updates will be posted here and to our web page,” the post read. “We thank everyone for their patience and understanding as we do our best to protect our visitors and this very sensitive site.”

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The drought in the area impacted the flow of the stream, which in turn affected conditions. Reopening the spring will depend on precipitation and groundwater flow.

Although swimming in the well is not allowed, officials are still offering tours of the site in which guides discuss the history, geology and ecology of the area. Tours are offered every Saturday morning and are free to the public.