Barton Springs Pool
Spring-Fed Natural Pool
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Family and I went to the website to find out some things to do in Austin. Being so hot, we chose No.1--Barton Springs Pool. Well, we went, stayed only a short time, left. Although the water was very cool as advertised, it smelled strongly, crowded and basically not my cup of tea. The others seem to be enjoying it but we slipped on the floor, didnt enjoy the smell and large growth of algae along the side of the pool. The diving board was the best of all.
Reviewed by: Frank from on Aug 17 2009
We were visiting Austin for the weekend and this was a wonderful way to spend the day! We were there for the 4th of July so there were a lot of people, but I still thought it was manageable. The area is so large I didn't feel like it was a problem. The water was freezing!! We had a great time and enjoyed an authentic Austin experience! We'll go back to Austin just to enjoy Barton Springs again! Try the kayaking at Zilker Park too.. it's right next to the springs. We enjoyed our day at Zilker Park!
Reviewed by: lagirl from on Jul 06 2009
We always had lot's of fun on hot summer days when I was growing up in the 50's. We'd picnic, go hiking, play, and swim. And that's what just about finished me off when I didn't look where I was jumping and found myself way over my head. But I'll come back...just as an old walrus.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 23 2008
I've lived in Austin a long time and Barton Springs was always one of my favorite places, even as a little kid. they have a shallow end with little pools and minnows in them that are great for kids to play in. in high school, it was the most popular hangout place in the summer. There are always people doing yoga and handstands in the grass and it's overall a great atmosphere. as for the topless women, you just have to try not to look.
Reviewed by: Elizabeth from on Sep 28 2008
i love this pool! i first went in it at summer day camp, years ago. it's awesome! but cold. i think people should definitly come to this pool when it's hot, or even when it's not. :)
Reviewed by: HR-H-T from on May 20 2008
I also like to see the bottom when I swim.... I did find some of the warm spots, but they drift.
Reviewed by: Elic from on Dec 02 2007
Do you ever hate the chlorine-skin feeling after getting out of the pool? Well, Barton Springs is about the most invigorating swim you are likely to find, outside of swimming in the ocean. The water is about 68 F, fed by natural springs, all rock bottom, and 900 ft long. You step out feeling like you just bathed in the legendary Fountain of Youth. Really enjoyable when it's so darn hot here in Texas, but so magical on a cool evening when there are few that will brave the water. Out under the moon and stars, the gorgeous green-black and blue water, and cool limestone on your feet just makes you want to holler!
Reviewed by: Amanda from on Oct 20 2007
The water is really cold when you jump in. There are alot of good looking women and some of them will go topless but not always. Not really a little kid hangout. Mainly late teens to middle twenties. Its $2 to get in if I remember correctly.
Reviewed by: First L from on Oct 17 2007
I was there probably 10 years ago while visiting a friend and had the opprotunity to vist the springs. I had a ton of fun even though the water was too cold. I think Ill where a wet next time I visit.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jun 01 2007
My buddy (Matt)and I are in the US Navy and can't wait to retire next year. We talk about Austin practically everyday...maybe after reading some of these reviews he and his family may want to consider Austin a little more. Regardless, I've heard only good things about the city.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 17 2006
Spring-Fed Natural Pool
Back to Barton Springs Pool
Family and I went to the website to find out some things to do in Austin. Being so hot, we chose No.1--Barton Springs Pool. Well, we went, stayed only a short time, left. Although the water was very cool as advertised, it smelled strongly, crowded and basically not my cup of tea. The others seem to be enjoying it but we slipped on the floor, didnt enjoy the smell and large growth of algae along the side of the pool. The diving board was the best of all.
Reviewed by: Frank from on Aug 17 2009
We were visiting Austin for the weekend and this was a wonderful way to spend the day! We were there for the 4th of July so there were a lot of people, but I still thought it was manageable. The area is so large I didn't feel like it was a problem. The water was freezing!! We had a great time and enjoyed an authentic Austin experience! We'll go back to Austin just to enjoy Barton Springs again! Try the kayaking at Zilker Park too.. it's right next to the springs. We enjoyed our day at Zilker Park!
Reviewed by: lagirl from on Jul 06 2009
We always had lot's of fun on hot summer days when I was growing up in the 50's. We'd picnic, go hiking, play, and swim. And that's what just about finished me off when I didn't look where I was jumping and found myself way over my head. But I'll come back...just as an old walrus.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 23 2008
I've lived in Austin a long time and Barton Springs was always one of my favorite places, even as a little kid. they have a shallow end with little pools and minnows in them that are great for kids to play in. in high school, it was the most popular hangout place in the summer. There are always people doing yoga and handstands in the grass and it's overall a great atmosphere. as for the topless women, you just have to try not to look.
Reviewed by: Elizabeth from on Sep 28 2008
i love this pool! i first went in it at summer day camp, years ago. it's awesome! but cold. i think people should definitly come to this pool when it's hot, or even when it's not. :)
Reviewed by: HR-H-T from on May 20 2008
I also like to see the bottom when I swim.... I did find some of the warm spots, but they drift.
Reviewed by: Elic from on Dec 02 2007
Do you ever hate the chlorine-skin feeling after getting out of the pool? Well, Barton Springs is about the most invigorating swim you are likely to find, outside of swimming in the ocean. The water is about 68 F, fed by natural springs, all rock bottom, and 900 ft long. You step out feeling like you just bathed in the legendary Fountain of Youth. Really enjoyable when it's so darn hot here in Texas, but so magical on a cool evening when there are few that will brave the water. Out under the moon and stars, the gorgeous green-black and blue water, and cool limestone on your feet just makes you want to holler!
Reviewed by: Amanda from on Oct 20 2007
The water is really cold when you jump in. There are alot of good looking women and some of them will go topless but not always. Not really a little kid hangout. Mainly late teens to middle twenties. Its $2 to get in if I remember correctly.
Reviewed by: First L from on Oct 17 2007
I was there probably 10 years ago while visiting a friend and had the opprotunity to vist the springs. I had a ton of fun even though the water was too cold. I think Ill where a wet next time I visit.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jun 01 2007
My buddy (Matt)and I are in the US Navy and can't wait to retire next year. We talk about Austin practically everyday...maybe after reading some of these reviews he and his family may want to consider Austin a little more. Regardless, I've heard only good things about the city.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Oct 17 2006
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