The Scenic Road Trip That Will Make You Fall in Love With the Beauty of Texas All Over Again

Texas' natural beauty is pretty unforgettable. If you need a reminder, though, we have you covered with this road trip itinerary. Within this three-hour journey, you'll see some of the most beautiful places in the state, including a collapsed grotto and a 140-foot-deep underwater cave. As far as Texas scenic drives go, this one might just have you falling in love with the state's beauty all over again.

This customizable Texas scenic drive map will serve as your guide for the trip. Feel free to add or take away destinations as you see fit.

1. Jacob's Well (Wimberley)

Our first destination on this scenic road trip in Texas is Jacob's Well Natural Area, a popular swimming hole best known for a 140-foot-deep well that leads to a complex network of underwater caves. The artesian spring surrounding the well is cool and crisp—the perfect antidote to a hot Texas day.

2. Hamilton Pool (Dripping Springs)

Located about 30 miles west of Austin in Dripping Springs, Hamilton Pool is a collapsed grotto that looks like something from a fairy tale. This ancient wonder consistently ranks among the most beautiful places in America, and between its pristine waters and mossy limestone overhang, it's easy to understand why.

3. Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center (Round Mountain)

A 15-minute stroll is all it takes to enter a whole new world at Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center. A 76-acre wildlife conservation preserve, the center boasts a 40-foot waterfall that cascades down moss-covered canyons into a sapphire pool below. You'll truly feel like you're in the Amazonian rainforest when you experience this lush and colorful landscape firsthand.

4. Enchanted Rock (Fredericksburg)

One of the most iconic natural wonders in Texas, Enchanted Rock is a granite monolith that extends over 400 feet into the Fredericksburg sky. There are 11 miles of trails that weave through the park, including one that takes you all the way up to the summit. The sunsets here are incredible!

5. Gorman Falls (Bend)

Last, but certainly not least, our journey takes us to another Tarzan-esque spot: Gorman Falls. Located within Colorado Bend State Park, this 70-foot waterfall is accessible via a three-mile hike (round-trip.) Prepare to be totally awestruck by the all-encompassing sound of the falls' powerful roar! Make sure to enjoy one of the most beautiful places in the state right here.

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