Explore Spring Lake

Splash into Science is an immersive snorkeling program which provides low-impact educational fun in the spring-fed, crystal clear waters of Spring Lake, the headwaters of the San Marcos River. Spring Lake is home to spring-fed waters that remain a constant 72 degrees year-round, seven endangered and threatened species, and one of the longest continually inhabited sites in North America. This program aims to connect guests to the wonders of our local ecosystem and our relationship with the environment.

The introductory course will include:

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• All related equipment and basic snorkeling skills refresher
• Guided on water tour including Deep Hole, Cream of Wheat Springs, and the Ossified Forest 

All gear will be provided by the Meadows Center, including a 5mm wetsuit (optional), goggles, snorkel, fins, life jacket, and dive light (evening classes only). No outside gear will be allowed unless it is for prescription goggles. Live jackets must be worn at all times. Courses are limited to a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 6. For larger groups, inquiries should be sent to springlaketours@txstate.edu.

*Military and Texas State University staff, faculty, and students that would like to book the tour at a $10 discounted rate should reach out to the Spring Lake Tours Office at springlaketours@txstate.edu.

Participant Requirements:
Snorkel tours are limited to swimmers aged 12 and up. Participants must be able to swim. Comfort around deep water and experience with snorkeling is required. Participants must arrive in a clean, washed swimsuit to prevent the spread of invasive species like Zebra Mussels.

All participants should be in good mental and physical fitness for snorkeling. A signed waiver is required for all participants stating that they will not hold Texas State University or the Meadows Center liable for any injury that may occur.

Cancellation Policy:
We require five business days' notice if you want to reschedule or cancel your tour for a refund. If, for any reason, we must cancel the tour (bad weather, etc.), you will be allowed to reschedule for a new date or receive a full refund. Refunds will be applied to the credit card that was used for payment. If you cannot attend your tour due to an extenuating circumstance, each case will be evaluated by Meadows Center staff for an opportunity to reschedule your tour.

Parking Information:
All visitors are required to display a parking permit Monday at 8 am through Friday at 5 pm to park in the Meadows Center parking lot. One-day temporary permits are available for purchase at the kiosk in the parking lot for $3. The kiosk takes credit cards only.

NOTE: Classes have a 2-guest minimum. You will be notified if the minimum number of guests has not been reached. Registration closes 2 days before the tour date. If registration has closed for your desired date, please contact our Ticket Kiosk at 512.245.7590 to check availability.

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• Check-in, safety, and skills debrief
• Hour-long guided stand-up paddling tour

Spring Lake Guided Kayak Tours provides low-impact educational fun on top of the spring-fed, crystal-clear waters of Spring Lake. The water here is 72 degrees year-round, home to seven endangered and threatened species and one of the longest persistently inhabited sites in North America. This program aims to connect guests to the wonders of our local ecosystem and our relationship with the environment.

The 1.5-hour experience includes:

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• Check-in, safety, and skills debrief
• Hour-long guided kayak tour

All gear will be provided by the Meadows Center, including a life jacket, kayak, and a light (evening class only). No outside gear will be allowed unless it is pre-approved. Life jackets must be worn at all times. Courses are limited to a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 8. For larger groups, inquiries should be sent to springlaketours@txstate.edu.

*Military and Texas State University staff, faculty, and students wishing to book the tour at a $10 discounted rate should contact the Spring Lake Tours Office at springlaketours@txstate.edu.

Participant Requirements:
The Spring Lake Kayak Program is limited to paddlers aged 12 and up. Participants must be able to paddle their own boat. Comfort around deep water and experience with kayaking is required.

All participants should be in good mental and physical fitness for kayaking. A signed waiver is required for all participants stating that they will not hold Texas State University or the Meadows Center liable for any injury that may occur.

Cancellation Policy:
We require five business days' notice if you would like to reschedule or cancel your tour for a refund. If for any reason we must cancel the tour (bad weather, etc.), you will be given an opportunity to reschedule for a new date or receive a full refund. Refunds will be applied to the credit card that was used for payment. If you cannot attend your tour due to an extenuating circumstance, each case will be evaluated by Meadows Center staff for an opportunity to reschedule your tour.

Parking Information:
All visitors are required to display a parking permit Monday at 8am through Friday at 5pm to park in the Meadows Center parking lot. One day temporary permits are available for purchase at the kiosk in the parking lot for $3. The kiosk takes credit cards only.

NOTE: Classes have a 2-guest minimum. You will be notified if the minimum number of guests has not been reached. Registration closes 2 days prior to the tour date. If registration has closed for your desired date, please contact our Ticket Kiosk at 512.245.7590 to check availability.

Splash into Science is an immersive snorkeling program which provides low-impact educational fun in the spring-fed, crystal clear waters of Spring Lake, the headwaters of the San Marcos River. Spring Lake is home to spring-fed waters that remain a constant 72 degrees year-round, seven endangered and threatened species, and one of the longest continually inhabited sites in North America. This program aims to connect guests to the wonders of our local ecosystem and our relationship with the environment.

The introductory course will include:

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• All related equipment and basic snorkeling skills refresher
• Guided on water tour including Deep Hole, Cream of Wheat Springs, and the Ossified Forest 

All gear will be provided by the Meadows Center, including a 5mm wetsuit (optional), goggles, snorkel, fins, life jacket, and dive light (evening classes only). No outside gear will be allowed unless it is for prescription goggles. Live jackets must be worn at all times. Courses are limited to a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 6. For larger groups, inquiries should be sent to springlaketours@txstate.edu.

*Military and Texas State University staff, faculty, and students that would like to book the tour at a $10 discounted rate should reach out to the Spring Lake Tours Office at springlaketours@txstate.edu.

Participant Requirements:
Snorkel tours are limited to swimmers aged 12 and up. Participants must be able to swim. Comfort around deep water and experience with snorkeling is required. Participants must arrive in a clean, washed swimsuit to prevent the spread of invasive species like Zebra Mussels.

All participants should be in good mental and physical fitness for snorkeling. A signed waiver is required for all participants stating that they will not hold Texas State University or the Meadows Center liable for any injury that may occur.

Cancellation Policy:
We require five business days' notice if you want to reschedule or cancel your tour for a refund. If, for any reason, we must cancel the tour (bad weather, etc.), you will be allowed to reschedule for a new date or receive a full refund. Refunds will be applied to the credit card that was used for payment. If you cannot attend your tour due to an extenuating circumstance, each case will be evaluated by Meadows Center staff for an opportunity to reschedule your tour.

Parking Information:
All visitors are required to display a parking permit Monday at 8 am through Friday at 5 pm to park in the Meadows Center parking lot. One-day temporary permits are available for purchase at the kiosk in the parking lot for $3. The kiosk takes credit cards only.

NOTE: Classes have a 2-guest minimum. You will be notified if the minimum number of guests has not been reached. Registration closes 2 days before the tour date. If registration has closed for your desired date, please contact our Ticket Kiosk at 512.245.7590 to check availability.

Spring Lake Guided Kayak Tours provides low-impact educational fun on top of the spring-fed, crystal-clear waters of Spring Lake. The water here is 72 degrees year-round, home to seven endangered and threatened species and one of the longest persistently inhabited sites in North America. This program aims to connect guests to the wonders of our local ecosystem and our relationship with the environment.

The 1.5-hour experience includes:

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• Check-in, safety, and skills debrief
• Hour-long guided kayak tour

All gear will be provided by the Meadows Center, including a life jacket, kayak, and a light (evening class only). No outside gear will be allowed unless it is pre-approved. Life jackets must be worn at all times. Courses are limited to a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 8. For larger groups, inquiries should be sent to springlaketours@txstate.edu.

*Military and Texas State University staff, faculty, and students wishing to book the tour at a $10 discounted rate should contact the Spring Lake Tours Office at springlaketours@txstate.edu.

Participant Requirements:
The Spring Lake Kayak Program is limited to paddlers aged 12 and up. Participants must be able to paddle their own boat. Comfort around deep water and experience with kayaking is required.

All participants should be in good mental and physical fitness for kayaking. A signed waiver is required for all participants stating that they will not hold Texas State University or the Meadows Center liable for any injury that may occur.

Cancellation Policy:
We require five business days' notice if you would like to reschedule or cancel your tour for a refund. If for any reason we must cancel the tour (bad weather, etc.), you will be given an opportunity to reschedule for a new date or receive a full refund. Refunds will be applied to the credit card that was used for payment. If you cannot attend your tour due to an extenuating circumstance, each case will be evaluated by Meadows Center staff for an opportunity to reschedule your tour.

Parking Information:
All visitors are required to display a parking permit Monday at 8am through Friday at 5pm to park in the Meadows Center parking lot. One day temporary permits are available for purchase at the kiosk in the parking lot for $3. The kiosk takes credit cards only.

NOTE: Classes have a 2-guest minimum. You will be notified if the minimum number of guests has not been reached. Registration closes 2 days prior to the tour date. If registration has closed for your desired date, please contact our Ticket Kiosk at 512.245.7590 to check availability.

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• Check-in, safety, and skills debrief
• Hour-long guided stand-up paddling tour

Splash into Science is an immersive snorkeling program which provides low-impact educational fun in the spring-fed, crystal clear waters of Spring Lake, the headwaters of the San Marcos River. Spring Lake is home to spring-fed waters that remain a constant 72 degrees year-round, seven endangered and threatened species, and one of the longest continually inhabited sites in North America. This program aims to connect guests to the wonders of our local ecosystem and our relationship with the environment.

The introductory course will include:

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• All related equipment and basic snorkeling skills refresher
• Guided on water tour including Deep Hole, Cream of Wheat Springs, and the Ossified Forest 

All gear will be provided by the Meadows Center, including a 5mm wetsuit (optional), goggles, snorkel, fins, life jacket, and dive light (evening classes only). No outside gear will be allowed unless it is for prescription goggles. Live jackets must be worn at all times. Courses are limited to a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 6. For larger groups, inquiries should be sent to springlaketours@txstate.edu.

*Military and Texas State University staff, faculty, and students that would like to book the tour at a $10 discounted rate should reach out to the Spring Lake Tours Office at springlaketours@txstate.edu.

Participant Requirements:
Snorkel tours are limited to swimmers aged 12 and up. Participants must be able to swim. Comfort around deep water and experience with snorkeling is required. Participants must arrive in a clean, washed swimsuit to prevent the spread of invasive species like Zebra Mussels.

All participants should be in good mental and physical fitness for snorkeling. A signed waiver is required for all participants stating that they will not hold Texas State University or the Meadows Center liable for any injury that may occur.

Cancellation Policy:
We require five business days' notice if you want to reschedule or cancel your tour for a refund. If, for any reason, we must cancel the tour (bad weather, etc.), you will be allowed to reschedule for a new date or receive a full refund. Refunds will be applied to the credit card that was used for payment. If you cannot attend your tour due to an extenuating circumstance, each case will be evaluated by Meadows Center staff for an opportunity to reschedule your tour.

Parking Information:
All visitors are required to display a parking permit Monday at 8 am through Friday at 5 pm to park in the Meadows Center parking lot. One-day temporary permits are available for purchase at the kiosk in the parking lot for $3. The kiosk takes credit cards only.

NOTE: Classes have a 2-guest minimum. You will be notified if the minimum number of guests has not been reached. Registration closes 2 days before the tour date. If registration has closed for your desired date, please contact our Ticket Kiosk at 512.245.7590 to check availability.

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• Check-in, safety, and skills debrief
• Hour-long guided stand-up paddling tour

Splash into Science is an immersive snorkeling program which provides low-impact educational fun in the spring-fed, crystal clear waters of Spring Lake, the headwaters of the San Marcos River. Spring Lake is home to spring-fed waters that remain a constant 72 degrees year-round, seven endangered and threatened species, and one of the longest continually inhabited sites in North America. This program aims to connect guests to the wonders of our local ecosystem and our relationship with the environment.

The introductory course will include:

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• All related equipment and basic snorkeling skills refresher
• Guided on water tour including Deep Hole, Cream of Wheat Springs, and the Ossified Forest 

All gear will be provided by the Meadows Center, including a 5mm wetsuit (optional), goggles, snorkel, fins, life jacket, and dive light (evening classes only). No outside gear will be allowed unless it is for prescription goggles. Live jackets must be worn at all times. Courses are limited to a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 6. For larger groups, inquiries should be sent to springlaketours@txstate.edu.

*Military and Texas State University staff, faculty, and students that would like to book the tour at a $10 discounted rate should reach out to the Spring Lake Tours Office at springlaketours@txstate.edu.

Participant Requirements:
Snorkel tours are limited to swimmers aged 12 and up. Participants must be able to swim. Comfort around deep water and experience with snorkeling is required. Participants must arrive in a clean, washed swimsuit to prevent the spread of invasive species like Zebra Mussels.

All participants should be in good mental and physical fitness for snorkeling. A signed waiver is required for all participants stating that they will not hold Texas State University or the Meadows Center liable for any injury that may occur.

Cancellation Policy:
We require five business days' notice if you want to reschedule or cancel your tour for a refund. If, for any reason, we must cancel the tour (bad weather, etc.), you will be allowed to reschedule for a new date or receive a full refund. Refunds will be applied to the credit card that was used for payment. If you cannot attend your tour due to an extenuating circumstance, each case will be evaluated by Meadows Center staff for an opportunity to reschedule your tour.

Parking Information:
All visitors are required to display a parking permit Monday at 8 am through Friday at 5 pm to park in the Meadows Center parking lot. One-day temporary permits are available for purchase at the kiosk in the parking lot for $3. The kiosk takes credit cards only.

NOTE: Classes have a 2-guest minimum. You will be notified if the minimum number of guests has not been reached. Registration closes 2 days before the tour date. If registration has closed for your desired date, please contact our Ticket Kiosk at 512.245.7590 to check availability.

Spring Lake Guided Kayak Tours provides low-impact educational fun on top of the spring-fed, crystal-clear waters of Spring Lake. The water here is 72 degrees year-round, home to seven endangered and threatened species and one of the longest persistently inhabited sites in North America. This program aims to connect guests to the wonders of our local ecosystem and our relationship with the environment.

The 1.5-hour experience includes:

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• Check-in, safety, and skills debrief
• Hour-long guided kayak tour

All gear will be provided by the Meadows Center, including a life jacket, kayak, and a light (evening class only). No outside gear will be allowed unless it is pre-approved. Life jackets must be worn at all times. Courses are limited to a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 8. For larger groups, inquiries should be sent to springlaketours@txstate.edu.

*Military and Texas State University staff, faculty, and students wishing to book the tour at a $10 discounted rate should contact the Spring Lake Tours Office at springlaketours@txstate.edu.

Participant Requirements:
The Spring Lake Kayak Program is limited to paddlers aged 12 and up. Participants must be able to paddle their own boat. Comfort around deep water and experience with kayaking is required.

All participants should be in good mental and physical fitness for kayaking. A signed waiver is required for all participants stating that they will not hold Texas State University or the Meadows Center liable for any injury that may occur.

Cancellation Policy:
We require five business days' notice if you would like to reschedule or cancel your tour for a refund. If for any reason we must cancel the tour (bad weather, etc.), you will be given an opportunity to reschedule for a new date or receive a full refund. Refunds will be applied to the credit card that was used for payment. If you cannot attend your tour due to an extenuating circumstance, each case will be evaluated by Meadows Center staff for an opportunity to reschedule your tour.

Parking Information:
All visitors are required to display a parking permit Monday at 8am through Friday at 5pm to park in the Meadows Center parking lot. One day temporary permits are available for purchase at the kiosk in the parking lot for $3. The kiosk takes credit cards only.

NOTE: Classes have a 2-guest minimum. You will be notified if the minimum number of guests has not been reached. Registration closes 2 days prior to the tour date. If registration has closed for your desired date, please contact our Ticket Kiosk at 512.245.7590 to check availability.

• Introduction to the unique history and habitat of Spring Lake
• Check-in, safety, and skills debrief
• Hour-long guided paddling tour