Balmorhea State Park-Texas

We've spent the last three days here at Balmorhea State Park in Texas.  This became a state park because, while we are in a desert, there is a natural spring here that gushes 3.5 million gallons of water per hour.  The pool that was created holds 22 million gallons of water - which is naturally heated to 72 degrees Fahrenheit.



Walking on water




One side of the pool




High dive




Swimming with the fish



The pool is huge.  It also contains fish-which nibble on your toes as you swim, turtles (which haven't nibbled yet) and ducks.  The water is very mineral-rich.  After a swim your skin looks dry and chalky.

The park's location is very scenic.  It is nestled in a plain, surrounded by mountains.  We've had a few gorgeous sunsets.  We're sure the sunrises are nice too, we just haven't seen them!