The singularity of the lake with a 15-foot waterfall in that it is simultaneously elevated and underground.
The picturesque lake is located in Hamilton, Texas, 37 miles from downtown Austin.
Its main feature is that located above the lake, the stone arch makes Hamilton Pool simultaneously, and overhead and underground reservoir.
Thousands of years ago Hamilton Pool was the usual underground river. But as a result of erosion part of the limestone arch collapsed, after which he formed a wonderful lake, with one part located on the surface, and the other by the remnants of the dome.
In 60-ies of the 19th century the land in the district of Hamilton Pool was acquired by Morgan Hamilton. Prior to that, on this territory there lived two warring Indian tribe. In 1880 Hamilton sold the land to the family of Rymarov who planned to break into her pasture for livestock. The picturesque lake was discovered by their eight year old son. Realizing that such an amazing natural beauty you can make good money, the head of the family decided to open lake recreation area. The picturesque lake was named in honor of the former owner of the land — Morgan Hamilton.
The area of the lake Hamilton Pool is about 1 km from Its coast covered with green vegetation, and the water is full of fish. A special flair to the already beautiful landscape of Hamilton Pool features 15-foot waterfall. Flowing under the lake underground river empties into the Pedernales river that is a tributary of the famous Colorado.
Featuring amazing beauty of lake Hamilton Pool not only attracts nature lovers but is also a favorite destination for residents of the city of Austin.
