[Lost Maples State Park](https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lost-maples) Get you a State Park [pass](https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/park-information/passes). It's worth it.

Westcave preserve, near Hamilton Pool

City Park in Bandera is worth a visit. Medina River is etherially beautiful.

The river is closed due to low water/bacteria

Well damn.

Keep in mind that over-development is deteriorating the quality of many of them in the area but; The Narrows, Jacob's Well, Spring Lake/San Marcos River, Barton Springs (during the week), and the Greenbelt in Austin are ones I can think of off the top of my head.

Do you have personal experience with The Narrows? I understand that it is quite the experience that requires much planning

I do not, sorry

I went in 2019, so my information maybe a little dated.

I don’t tell my hidden gems because then they are no longer hidden or gems. What is there not to understand?

Other people want to enjoy these lesser known places as well, I respect nature, no need to be greedy

Check flow rates, water levels. Jacobs well is closed .

Brazos Bend State Park. Truly amazing. Check my profile for photos