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Colorado Bend State Park
(325)628-3240
P.O. Box 118
Bend, TX 76824
www.tpwd.state.tx.us
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POINTS OF INTEREST
(GPS coordinates given in WGS-84, Lat/Long Decimal Minute)
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Gorman Falls (31° 3.489' N; 98° 28.907' W)
Rising 65 feet above the river, this living waterfall is a part of a sensitive and unique ecosystem.
The travertine deposited by the waters of Gorman Creek have created fantastic
formations and quiet pools which support a variety of aquatic communities.
No swimming or climbing on the falls.
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Gorman Spring (31° 3.114' N; 98° 29.15' W)
Subterranean waters from miles of contributing drainage are forced to the surface here
feeding the creek and providing the mineral compounds that have built Gorman Falls. Over time
these sustaining waters have migrated back and forth across the travertine shelf creating a home
for one of the purest strains of our state fish, the Guadalupe Bass.
No swimming or fishing in Gorman Creek.
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Scenic Overlook (31° 1.604' N; 98° 27.332' W)
Situated in the uplands, one mile northwest of campground on the main park road, the overlook
provides views of the Colorado River canyon and Post Oak Falls. This spot also offers visitors the
most reliable cell phone reception.
Spicewood Day Use Area (31° 1.123' N; 98° 26.771' W)
Picnic areas, river access, boat ramp, parking, and Spicewood Canyon trailhead located at the
southern edge of the campground. On the bank of the river just a half-mile from Spicewood Springs,
this is a hot spot for fishing, paddling, and swimming.
Spicewood Springs Creek (31° 0.884' N; 98° 27.448' W)
Nestled in a deep spring-cut canyon just downstream from the main campground is an inviting
system of pools and waterfalls. This is a great place to cool off and see the impressive features
and fluvial processes up close. Swim at your own risk.
VOLUNTEERS ● STEWARDS ● SUPPORTERS
Get Involved:
www.friendsofcoloradobend.com
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department: www.tpwd.state.tx.us
TPWD:K.Ferguson / 2012-01-20 / WGS-84 / UTM z14