Most of us know about Balmorhea State Park, which houses the world’s single largest spring-fed swimming pool. A lesser-known area attraction is Lake Balmorhea, a pristine freshwater reservoir surrounded by majestic, towering mountains. Visiting this ethereal hidden gem is a bucket list summertime activity.

Just seven miles away from the famed state park is the lesser-known Lake Balmorhea. This pristine reservoir is fed by San Soloman Springs and Phantom Lake Canal.

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It’s a prime fishing spot, populated with species such as bass, catfish, white crappie, and sunfish. The water hasn’t been plagued by a white algae bloom since 2013, so they’ve been able to multiply fruitfully over these past six years.

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Bring the whole family and enjoy a picnic lunch followed by canoeing or kayaking all day long. If you’re passing through on a long road trip, feel free to spend the night — both tent and RV campsites are available for $10 and $20 per day, respectively.

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Camping or not, you’ll definitely want to stick around until dusk. Watching the sun make its descent behind the majestic surrounding mountains is a sight that belongs on everyone’s bucket list.

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Towering peaks reflect off the crystal-clear water, creating a scene that can only be described as utterly peaceful. It’s a perfect place to do some soul-searching or simply wind down after a long week.

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You’ll find the lake two miles southeast of Balmorhea on Sandia Creek. To get there, stay on Business Loop 10 until it intersects with Houston Drive, where you’ll make a left.

Google Maps Address: County Road 319, Balmorhea, TX, 79718

Have you ever visited Lake Balmorhea? What’s your favorite lake to visit during the summer? Here are a few of ours: There’s Something Magical About These 10 Texas Lakes In The Summer.

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Address: County Road 319, Balmorhea, TX, 79718

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