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You can find salamanders, which live in the water their entire lives. The springs are the only home to this salamander and they can thrive in unpolluted waters. The Barton Springs salamander is an endangered species and has the potential to become extinct if the waters become more polluted. The city works to protect the area of the aquifer to not only protect this species but keep the water clean for all visitors to enjoy.
There is no alcohol allowed in the city-operated Barton Springs area. However, some visitors have said that they have been able to subtly bring a beverage or two undercovers. It is recommended to follow the rules and walk down the block to the bars and breweries to grab your favorite drink.
The parks that are around water that allow dogs to play are safe to swim. As always, keep an eye out for your pup and other dogs when playing around the water. There is also public parking surrounding the entire Zilker Park area, allowing a large number of visitors throughout the day.
The springs are busiest over the weekend and warmer temperatures, so are sure to leave early to get a spot that is most convenient to you. It is recommended to bike, uber, or Lyft to Barton Springs if you want to avoid the hassle of parking. Barton Springs water is known for its cleanliness and quality, but intentionally drinking it after potential storm runoff, people being in it daily, and other potential bacteria, is not recommended. The water gets tested twice weekly for bacteria like E Coli to ensure safety, but still not recommended to drink.
The best time to visit Barton Springs depends on your preferences of crowd and temperature. During the summer months, the area is almost always crowded, but the 3-acre area allows for many people to swim and lounge comfortably. The most popular time to visit is around lunchtime when the air temperatures reach their peak. Take note, these times are also the most crowded. Andrew Weber. Andrew Weber is a general assignment reporter for KUT, focusing on criminal justice, policing, courts and homelessness in Austin and Travis County.
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