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    Jacob's Well Tours/Events/Amenities

    Tours and Amenities

    GUIDED MORNING TOURS: Free to the public, offered Saturdays at 10am, October – April

    When available, guided tours are led by park staff and/or dedicated volunteers. The guides will speak in-depth about the history of Jacob’s Well and the aquifer system that sustains it as well as the local wildlife and vegetation found here. NOTE: tours are not available during summer months.


    Guided morning tours last approximately one (1) hour and will lead you on various compacted granite and natural surface trails. While we do not consider our tours to be strenuous, you will travel up and down several inclines and walk on rock ledges. Please be aware of your own personal limitations.

    Additional Info:

    • Tours depart from the Jacob’s Well Nature Center at 10 a.m.
    • Please email parks@hayscountytx.gov for all other questions. For private tours, please contact us in advance. A minimum of 10 persons are required for a private tour.
    • Things to bring: drinking water, good walking shoes, binoculars, a love for nature

    Upcoming Tour Dates in 2025:

    March 29th

    April 5th

    April 12th

    April 19th

    April 26th

    Upcoming Events

     Yoga in the Park - April 5th @ 9am

    A 45-minute beginner-level yoga class at Jacob's Well Natural Area.

    As you flow through sun salutations and standing poses, you'll connect with the natural beauty around you, fostering a sense of peace and harmony within. The class moves at a comfortable pace, allowing you to fully experience each pose and deepen your awareness of body and breath.

    Our class welcomes everyone, whether you're stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning to yoga after a break.

    Free to the public. No reservations needed.
    This class is BYOYM: Bring Your Own Yoga Mat
    Meet At: The Jacob's Well Nature Center Pavilion near Parking Lot C


    Discovery Day - April 19th, 10am-2pm

    Learn more about the geology and ecology of the park via hands-on stations throughout the park. As you hike down the main trail to Jacob's Well you will encounter discovery stations designed to enhance your understanding of Jacob's Well Natural Area. Come and go as you please!


    Yoga in the Park - May 3rd @ 9am

    A 45-minute beginner-level yoga class at Jacob's Well Natural Area.

    As you flow through sun salutations and standing poses, you'll connect with the natural beauty around you, fostering a sense of peace and harmony within. The class moves at a comfortable pace, allowing you to fully experience each pose and deepen your awareness of body and breath.

    Our class welcomes everyone, whether you're stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning to yoga after a break.

    Free to the public. No reservations needed.
    This class is BYOYM: Bring Your Own Yoga Mat
    Meet At: The Jacob's Well Nature Center Pavilion near Parking Lot C


    Guided Audio Tour

    This is a free guided audio tour of Jacob’s Well Natural Area. Five stops will guide visitors through the park while discussing the history, geology, and ecology of the area. Access the tour via the link above or by scanning one of the QR codes found throughout the park at each stop. 

    Educational Opportunities


    Nature Center Exhibits – Open Saturdays 11am-3pm & Sundays 10am-3 pm
    Here you will find SCUBA diving videos, historical photos, our massive fossil collection, wildlife exhibits, and more!


    Field Trips at Jacob’s Well

    Jacob’s Well Natural Area is happy to host school field trips, scout trips, home school groups and other groups. Please contact us for more information about tours, trips, or other educational visits to Jacob’s Well Natural Area. If you are interested in a field trip for your school or organization, please fill out this form and email it to Katherine at the Hays County Parks Department.

    Other Park Amenities

    Hiking Trails, Geocaching, Birding, Scenic Photography, Children’s play area, Picnic areas, Labyrinth, Sundial, Loose Parts Play Area

    Geocaching

    Geocaching is a real world “treasure hunt” that uses GPS coordinates to locate various sized hidden containers. Each container has a log to sign and there are often trinkets inside! Caches can be as small as a bison tube or bigger than a five-gallon bucket! Click on our brochures below to learn more.


    See our geocaching brochures!

    Geocache Brochure – English

    Geocache Brochure – Spanish

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