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Devil's Waterhole

4.8(311)Scenic Spot

About Devil's Waterhole

Located along Park Road 4 West in Burnet, Devil's Waterhole is a scenic spot holding an impressive 4.8-star rating from 311 Google reviews. Nature enthusiasts visit this destination for its hiking opportunities, which feature incredible views from the top down to the bottom of the valley. Trail goers appreciate the safe and accessible terrain, with recommendations to hike downward if able, noting that visitors can easily exit the valley on either side at many spots along the way.

Beyond hiking, this outdoor setting serves as a great swimming area where guests can relax, take a dip with no alligators to worry about, or let their dogs swim in the water. Visitors frequently note the historical meaning of the area and appreciate having multiple activities available. For those planning a weekend visit, buying tickets in advance is highly recommended. While some guests report occasional issues with loud music and litter, Devil's Waterhole remains a notable destination for open-air recreation.

Reviews

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Shannon Sutton

11 months ago

5.0

If you truly love nature and Texas, this is a spot for you! Really enjoyed this hike, even went down to the water for my dog to swim. Incredible views from the top to the bottom! My advice, hike downward if you are able. You can get out of the valley on either side at many spots.

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Kalia A.

a year ago

4.0

I love the historical meaning of this place and think it’s a great swimming area, however sometimes it’s too loud with people’s music. Also, some people could do a better job of not littering. Besides that, it’s a really good spot to relax and get a good swim in. There are no alligators to worry about :)

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Ili Alvarez

2 years ago

5.0

Wonderful place for hiking 🥾. We visited on weekend and definitely recommend to buy tickets in advance. I love the view and the fact that there are multiple activities to do, whether you enjoy hiking or just want to go for a swim 🏊🏻‍♀️! The place is super safe and everything is very accessible ( restrooms, parking lots, etc.) Definitely a must visit for summertime!

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Robert Guo

a month ago

3.0

It's a very scenic spot, but I don't recommend swimming if you can't swim very good. The water gets deep quick, and for that reason, I didn't go cliff jumping, or really leave from the shallow areas.

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Cynthia Fogleman

3 years ago

4.0

Great family friendly and dog friendly place to cool off in the Texas heat. Warning ⚠️ for people with knee and hip replacements be very careful walking trails and know that the rock edges of the watering hole are extremely slippery. Other than that it is a beautiful peaceful place to be with friends and family.