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The Parks and Recreation Master Plan is used to guide City Council and staff in the strategic management and decision-making process relative to the provision and sustainability of parks and recreation facilities, programming, and services for the City.

The Cats Indoors Program is a campaign that encourages cat owners to keep their pets inside, where they are safe from outdoor dangers and can’t harm local wildlife. This initiative is vital for protecting birds and other small animals, as outdoor cats are one of the biggest threats to their survival. Now, we know what…

While Blue Hole Regional Park may be known for its magnificent swimming area, there is so much more to explore. One of the main attractions of the park are the trails, which provide visitors with an opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area and get some exercise in the process. With varying degrees…

What’s a Native Plant? In the United States, a native plant is defined as one that was naturally found in a particular area before European colonization. Since native plants are adapted to local precipitation and soil conditions, they generally require less upkeep, therefore helping the environment and saving you time, water, and money. Benefits of…

Swim Season is just around the corner! May through September is the busiest time of the year for Blue Hole Regional Park. We see over 60,000 visitors just for swimming during that time period. With such an influx of visitors we understand that visiting the park can seem a little bit hectic, especially if it’s…

Wimberley, Texas, nestled amid stunning natural landscapes, is renowned for its vibrant birdlife. However, alongside the beauty of our avian friends comes a silent threat – bird collisions with buildings. As our community continues to grow, so too does the risk to our feathered residents. But fear not, for there are steps we can take…

What is Oak Wilt? Oak wilt is an infectious vascular disease caused by the fungus Bretziella fagacearum  responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of oaks across Texas. An infection starts when sap-feeding beetles pick up spores from infected red oaks and carry them to fresh wounds on other oaks. Once an oak tree…

Since the 1920s Blue Hole has been a popular swimming destination. In just a few summer months each year over 60,000 people visit the swimming area alone. People of all ages and walks of life enjoy swimming in the cool clear waters under the towering cypress trees. Swinging from the rope swings and splashing into…

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Employment It takes a highly motivated team to deliver a transformational experience for our Wimberley residents and visitors. If working outdoors brings a smile to your face and puts a skip in your step, a spot on the Parks & Recreation team awaits you! You will Join dedicated professionals who are passionate about maintaining our…

2023 Polar Bear Plunge & 5K! The 2023 new year rolled in at Blue HolePark as it has for the past six years.There was a bevy of activity as a crowd gathered just before 10:00a.m., greeting each other in the parking lot nearthe visitors’ center. Anticipation began building while morning stretches were called out anda…

The City of Wimberley Parks Department recently planted 33, 1-gallon trees at Blue Hole Regional Park as part of our Plant Your Park events. Now, we are excited to announce that we are partnering with the wonderful nonprofit, TreeFolks to plant 612 more tree saplings at Blue Hole Regional Park! TreeFolks’ Central Texas Floodplain Reforestation…