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Boat Ramp and Courtesy Dock CLOSED

Due to low lake levels, the boat ramps and courtesy dock are closed and inaccessible.

Arkansas Bend Park

Boat Ramp and Courtesy Dock CLOSED

Due to low lake levels, the boat ramps and courtesy dock are closed and inaccessible.

No Vacancy Dates- Improved Camping

The listed dates have already been fully booked for improved camping at Arkansas Bend Park: November 25 and 26.

Bob Wentz Park

Bob Wentz Park Capacity

Bob Wentz Park experiences large crowds during holiday weekends. When the park reaches capacity, it will close to all vehicular and pedestrian entry. Visitors traveling to the park should be aware of potential closure.

East Metro Park

Limited Use

The pavilion remains closed at East Metro Park.

Pavilion Parking Lot Closed

The parking lot next to the community pavilion will be closed while the building is removed. Design for a new pavilion is currently underway.

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.

Hamilton Pool Preserve

Guided Hikes Suspended

The Saturday morning guided hikes at Hamilton Pool Preserve are suspended until further notice.

Trail Under Overhanging Cliff Closed

The section of trail that goes underneath the overhanging cliff at the pool is closed for safety concerns. Visitors can access the beach, but cannot walk all the way around the pool to below the waterfall. Rocks have been falling from the cliffs above the trail. We continue to consult with geologists about this hazard.

Water Access - Currently Not Allowed

Hamilton Pool Preserve visitors are currently not allowed to get into the water due to recent rains and high bacteria levels. The earliest swimming might be allowed is Wednesday, November 30. When we do allow swimming only a very limited portion of the pool is available for water access due to the continuing 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. Visitors with reservations have until midnight before their reservations to go online to reschedule.

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."

Reservations Needed Every Day of the Week

Reservations are required every day of the week to visit Hamilton Pool Preserve. Please make your reservation online before arriving at the 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.

Hippie Hollow Park

Hippie Hollow and Annual or Lifetime Senior Permits

Starting March 1, 2020, Hippie Hollow will no longer sell or accept any Annual or Lifetime Senior Permits. Senior sticker permits will no longer waive entry fees at Hippie Hollow.

Restrooms and Water Not Available

Due to ongoing maintenance concerns at Hippie Hollow, restroom facilities and running water are not available. Limited numbers of portable toilets will be available. Please call 512-266-3857 with questions. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Loop 360 Boat Ramp

Loop 360 Boat Ramp-Day Use Closed

From May 20, 2022 to November 30, 2022 the Loop 360 Boat Ramp is open for watercraft launching and boating only. Day use activities such as picnicking, grilling, swimming, and shoreline fishing will resume on December 1, 2022.

Northeast Metropolitan Park

Killingsworth Ln Entrance

The secondary entrance to Northeast Metro located on Killingsworth Ln (accessed from Wells Branch Pkwy) is only open on weekends and holidays. It is not meant as a public road to be used for daily commutes.

Splashpad Closed

The splash pad is closed due to a water leak on 9/26/22. Updates will be posted when work is completed.

Pace Bend Park

No Vacancy Dates - Improved Camping

The listed dates have already been fully booked for camping at Pace Bend Park, Improved: Nov. 25-27.

Reimers Observatory

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

Please Bring Cash - No Credit Cards Accepted

Day Use Fees are being charged for visitors to Milton Reimers Ranch Park. Please be sure to bring cash. We do not accept credit or debit cards.

Reimers Ranch Park Becomes an International Dark Sky Park

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.