2022 Prescribed Burns

Travis County Parks plans to conduct multiple prescribed burns at East Metropolitan Park sometime between June 1, 2022, and November 1, 2022. We do not know the exact date because the projects are weather dependent. The projects are being implemented to improve the health of the park ecosystem and reduce wildfire hazards. There are six projects planned. Each project is between 5 and 20 acres and will be completed in a day. Additional information will be provided as the projects get closer to implementation.

Reservations Needed Every Day of the Week

Reservations are required every day of the week to visit Hamilton Pool Preserve. Visitors cannot remain in the preserve after their reservation period ends. Please arrive at least an hour before your reservation period ends to give yourself time to enjoy the preserve. No entry allowed after the reservation time period is past.

Now Accepting Reservations Through January 2023

You can now make Hamilton Pool Preserve reservations online for dates through January 2023. Reservations for dates in February 2023 and beyond are not available yet. Swimming is not guaranteed with your reservation. The trail underneath the overhanging cliff that leads to the bottom of the waterfall is closed. See alert message above titled "Trail Under Overhanging Cliff Closed."

Water Access - Currently Allowed

Hamilton Pool Preserve visitors are currently allowed to get into the water from the beach. Only a limited portion of the pool is available for water access due to the problem of falling rocks. As always, whether swimming will be allowed depends on factors beyond our control, such as bacteria levels and recent rain. Water access is never guaranteed with a reservation.

Reimers Ranch Park Becomes an International Dark Sky Park

On Tuesday, November 9, 2021, Reimers Ranch Park was proclaimed to be an International Dark Sky Park by the International Dark Sky Association. We are excited by this prestigious honor, given to parks with dark skies and responsible outdoor lighting, as well as a commitment to preserving dark skies around the world.

Reimers Observatory Resumes Limited Number of Programs

Reimers Observatory is resuming a limited schedule of public programs. Reservations are required. We typically post a new program about 1 to 3 weeks in advance. See the Reservations Section of this web page. Once a program fills up it will no longer be shown. We hope to increase the frequency of programs this summer as we work through our staffing level issues. We thank you for your patience.

Reimers Ranch Park Becomes an International Dark Sky Park

On Tuesday, November 9, 2021, Reimers Ranch Park was proclaimed to be an International Dark Sky Park by the International Dark Sky Association. We are excited by this prestigious honor, given to parks with dark skies and responsible outdoor lighting, as well as a commitment to preserving dark skies around the world.

Reservations Not Taken at Reimers Ranch Park

Reimers Ranch Park does not take reservations. We are first come, first served. We are a large park and do not expect to fill up or reach capacity.

Road To Beach Now Open 7 Days a Week

The road to the beach at Milton Reimers Ranch Park is now open 7 days a week for dropping off people and supplies. No parking allowed. We expect to close it in late spring 2023 on busy swimming weekends and holidays for public safety reasons.

Mountain Biking Trails Status

The mountain bike trails at Milton Reimers Ranch Park are open. They sometimes close after rain.

Boat Ramp OPEN

The Sandy Creek boat ramp is open. The slope of the remaining ramp is minimal, larger vessels may have trouble launching as the lake continues to recede. Proceed with caution.