Your Wimberley Guide
Things to Do in Wimberley, Texas: A Local Guide
Swimming holes, Hill Country wineries, the Wimberley Square, and a few spots only locals know about. All of it is a short drive from your front door at Wayside.
Swimming Holes
Blue Hole, Jacob's Well, and the Blanco River
Wimberley sits where Cypress Creek meets the Blanco River. The water is cold, clear, and spring-fed. Blue Hole Regional Park is five minutes from Wayside. Reservations fill up fast in summer, so book early. Jacob's Well Natural Area is ten minutes south. The swimming hole drops 30 feet straight down into an underground cave system. It is one of the most photographed spots in the Hill Country. The Blanco River runs right through town. Grab a tube from one of the outfitters on the Square and float for an hour or the whole afternoon.
Hiking and Nature
Trails, Parks, and Hill Country Skies
Old Baldy is the signature hike. A short climb to the top gives you a full panorama of the Wimberley Valley. It is 15 minutes from Wayside and worth every step. For an easier walk, the trails at Blue Hole Regional Park wind along Cypress Creek under old-growth cypress trees. In spring the wildflowers cover the roadsides on every drive through the Hill Country. At night, there is almost no light pollution. The stars from your porch at Wayside are the real show.
The Wimberley Square and Beyond
Dining and Shopping in Wimberley
The Wimberley Square is five minutes from Wayside. Small-town restaurants, local shops, and live music on the weekends. Here are a few favorites.
Restaurants and Cafes
Jobell Cafe for brunch. The Leaning Pear for farm-to-table dinner. Wimberley Cafe for chicken fried steak and pecan pie. Community Pizza for a casual night out. Cypress Creek General Store for coffee and kolaches.
Shops and Galleries
Wimberley has more art galleries per capita than almost anywhere in Texas. The Square is walkable, and every shop is independent. Old Mill Store for antiques. Wimberley Glassworks for handblown glass. Market Day is the first Saturday of every month, April through December.
Live Music and Events
Live music on the Square most weekends. Wimberley Valley Winery hosts events and tastings. The Hill Country has a full calendar of festivals, rodeos, and farmers markets. Check the Wimberley Chamber site for the latest.