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Barton Springs Pool

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Three acres of spring-fed 68-degree water in the middle of Zilker, with a grassy hillside for sunning, a diving board, and free early-morning and evening swims.

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Neighborhood: Zilker & Barton Springs · South
Address: 2201 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
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Website: austintexas.gov/department/barton-springs-pool
Price: $
Best time: Summer

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