Texas is a huge state that is full of many different hidden gems, and yes, that even includes bright blue waters! With spring coming up soon (which in Texas means just a slightly less hot summer), the swimming season is quickly coming back and there are tons of cool places where you can take a dip. Of the many gems in Texas with the clearest blue water, these 7 are just some of our favorites. Balmorhea State Park Price: $7 Address: 9207 TX-17, Toyahvale, TX Why You Need To Go: The world's largest spring-fed natural pool just happens to be in the middle of scorching hot West Texas. The pool has the clearest turquoise waters that are truly an oasis. Take a dive off the diving board and swim with fish in this huge desert pool! View this post on Instagram It's the weekend! Time to soak up the sun! What's your favorite Texas swimming hole? I love @balmorheastatepark. . . . #texas #swimmingholes #summer #summertime #swimming #balmorhea #balmorheastatepark #stateparks #texasstateparks #getoutside #vacation #weekend #outdoors #summerfun #saturday #swim A post shared by Katherine Roberts (@katherine.r.roberts) on Aug 10, 2019 at 8:37am PDT Website Blue Hole Regional Park Price: $9 Address: 100 Blue Hole Ln., Wimberley, TX Why You Need To Go: This shaded swimming hole in the middle of the woods is the perfect place to get away from the Texas sun and cool off. The swimming spot reopens in May but starts taking reservations in March so you can go ahead and plan your epic visit to these hidden turquoise waters. View this post on Instagram Sunday mood 🍀 A post shared by Isabela Medeiros 🦋 (@isaaamedeiros) on Sep 15, 2019 at 10:27am PDT Website Blue Lagoon Price: $23 Address: 649 Pinedale Rd., Huntsville, TX Why You Need To Go: This lagoon has the most striking turquoise waters that look like they were taken from a tropical island and transplanted in a lagoon in the middle of Texas! It's a surreal spot that's definitely worth the heftier entry fee. View this post on Instagram on the rocks please A post shared by sreya cherukuri (@sreyacherukuri) on Aug 2, 2019 at 6:49am PDT Website Jacob's Well Price: $9 Address: 1699 Mt. Sharp Rd., Wimberley, TX Why You Need To Go: Jacob's Well is an iconic Texas landmark and for good reason, visiting the crystal clear waters and jumping into the deep well make for the perfect summer day. The popular swimming spot reopens in April so you still have time to get your day trip plans to the well in order. View this post on Instagram Who else is ready for warm weather and central Texas swimming holes?? Jacob’s Well is one of the most well known swimming holes in this area, and for good reason. Swim season doesn’t start at Jacobs Well until May, but you can still go explore here. It’s beautiful year round! 🥾💦 • @danielefoddanu 📸 • Follow @hikeaustin and use #hikeaustin to be featured. Comment with any questions! • #austin #austintx #atx #hiking #austintexas #512 #do512 #365thingsaustin #igaustin #igtexas #texas #hikingtexas #optoutside #hikeatx #exploreaustin #trueaustin #truetexas #outdoorvoices #austinlife #keepaustinweird #austin360 #visitaustin #texashillcountry #ilovetexas #texastodo #jacobswell A post shared by Hike Austin (@hikeaustin) on Feb 6, 2020 at 12:29pm PST Website South Padre Island Price: Free Address: South Padre Island, TX Why You Need To Go: If you're looking for bright blue beaches, South Padre has some of the bluest waters on the Texas coast and you can't go wrong with visiting any beach on the island. View this post on Instagram Otra jejeje A post shared by Guillermo Garza (@guillermo_garza_17) on Feb 26, 2020 at 1:07pm PST Website Hancock Springs Park Price: $3.50 Address: 1600 281 S., Lampasas, TX Why You Need To Go: Texas has no shortage of natural swimming holes and this spring-fed pool has some of the clearest waters. It has all the amenities of a regular community swimming pool, like a volleyball court and a picnic area. However, instead of being full of chemicals, it's full of natural crystal-clear waters. View this post on Instagram this TX heat doe 🔥 A post shared by Allie Treviño 🦋 (@allietrevino) on Jul 21, 2018 at 2:13pm PDT Website Dinosaur Valley State Park Price: $7 Address: 1629 Park Rd. 59, Glen Rose, TX Why You Need To Go: Wading in fossilized dinosaur footprints in the clear river definitely makes this park one of the most unique places you could possibly go swimming at. The crystal-clear shallow waters give you great views of the large dino tracks. View this post on Instagram Dinosaur tracks! I wish they weren’t under water so we could see them closer and get an idea how how big they truly are. #dinosaurs #evolution #dino #trails #fossils #footprints A post shared by Jennifer Williams (@blueskysunburn) on Feb 16, 2020 at 3:28pm PST Website We strongly advise that before you go swimming or visit any location, you check the most recent updates on potential hazards, security, water quality, and closures. If you do plan to visit a location, respect the environment.