On a beautiful mild winter day we enjoyed a hike along Hamilton Creek and out to the Pedernales River in central Texas. Along rocky canyon paths that are shaded with foliage and bordered with ferns in summer, but brighter and more open in winter, we enjoyed a slightly challenging outing. Over rocks and roots, up and down slopes, the views were worth the effort. A canyon wren's spiraling song echoed off the rock walls.
Hamilton Pool was once the hippy secret place where free spirits swam in a green Eden during the 60's and 70's. It is still a favorite destination for those who love old swimming holes, but is regulated to preserve it's pristine nature.
A hike in the opposite direction brought us to the Pedernales River which has a limestone rock bottom with crystal clear water. Severe drought has diminished the pool and river, but recent rains have brought them up a bit. In the past the pool had been filled by cascading waterfalls.
Hamilton Pool was once the hippy secret place where free spirits swam in a green Eden during the 60's and 70's. It is still a favorite destination for those who love old swimming holes, but is regulated to preserve it's pristine nature.
A hike in the opposite direction brought us to the Pedernales River which has a limestone rock bottom with crystal clear water. Severe drought has diminished the pool and river, but recent rains have brought them up a bit. In the past the pool had been filled by cascading waterfalls.
That looks to be a brilliant place. Thanks for the trip.
ReplyDeleteThanks, it is! the photos don't quite capture the wild beauty--it may have been the lighting.
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