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10th Annual BOO! Hole Halloween! Get ready to scream and scream with delight—Wimberley’s most beloved Halloween tradition, BOO! Hole Halloween, is back for its 10th annual celebration! Join us on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the scenic Blue Hole Regional Park (333 Blue Hole Lane, Wimberley, TX) for an evening of family-friendly frights…

Wimberley’s natural gem, Blue Hole Regional Park, has once again earned a spot in the top 10% of attractions globally—as recognized by the prestigious TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for 2025. This honor reflects the heartfelt praise and enduring appeal from visitors who continue to celebrate its beauty and welcoming…

  As recent flooding has impacted many parts of Central Texas, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the heartbreaking losses felt by so many of our neighbors across the region, including members of our extended camp community. While Wimberley was fortunate to be spared from the floods, we know the impacts still hit…

After a string of heavy summer rains in Wimberley, the sun is finally shining again, and Blue Hole Regional Park is officially back open! If you’ve been waiting for the perfect day to swim, this is your sign. We were shut down for six days due to low water clarity after several rounds of storms…

Community engagement is at the heart of Wimberley Parks and Recreation. Our department mission is to protect our natural resources, provide safe spaces for recreation, and encourage environmental education—all of these rely on active involvement from those who value our open Hill Country spaces. Whether you represent a local organization giving back to the community,…

Celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with Wimberley PARD! July is National Parks and Recreation Month—a time to recognize the vital role parks, recreation, and community spaces play in the health and well-being of our town. From cooling off at Blue Hole to exploring local trails or participating in summer camps, Wimberley’s parks are more…

Join Us for the Monthly Bean Supper! Wimberley Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Amanda Ebner from St. Stephen’s Episcopal School of Wimberley, is excited to host a Monthly Bean Supper as a community outreach initiative. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect, share a warm meal, and foster fellowship among all members of…

With the official start of Spring now passed, Blue Hole Park has leaped into action! Sightings of the elusive Axis Deer herd have begun to appear on game cameras, primarily near Cypress Creek. Although most commonly settled in the Edwards Plateau, axis deer will often find ranges in places with a proper balance of food,…

Although spotted before Easter, this bunny isn’t in the neighborhood to paint brightly colored eggs. Why? Because this fuzzy critter isn’t a bunny or rabbit at all. Known as the Black-tailed jackrabbit, this mammal is the only native hare species to Texas! Found in grasslands and deserts, this hare benefits the hill country ecosystem.  …

LCRA Workday in Wimberley On April 12, 2024, Wimberley Parks and Recreation joined forces with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) for their annual Steps Forward Day—a statewide volunteer initiative dedicated to enhancing communities through hands-on service. Our local project focused on painting the handrails at Old Baldy Park,…

Spring has arrived, and Blue Hole Regional Park is bursting with color! Our native wildflowers are in full bloom, making it a perfect time for a peaceful walk or a photo-worthy adventure. Here’s what’s blooming right now: Bluebonnets – Texas’ iconic wildflower is blanketing the park in stunning shades of blue. Antelope-Horn Milkweed – These…

Art has the power to inspire, connect, and tell stories. This spring, the Wimberley Valley Art League invites you to explore the vibrant creativity of our local youth at the annual Student Art Show, proudly hosted at the Wimberley Community Center. Nestled at 14068 RR 12, the gallery provides a stunning backdrop for our talented…