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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.

Sandy Creek Boat Ramp

The Sandy Creek Boat Ramp is closed due to low lake levels.

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

Arkansas Bend Phase II Completion 2023

Phase II of the master-planned Arkansas Bend Park development is currently in construction and set to be complete in 2023. Improvements include adding 19 improved campsites, 18 cabins, and an extension to one of our boat ramps.

Allen Park

Park Open with Closures

The park is open, but visitors must stay on trail and avoid blocked-off hazardous portions of the trail.

Arkansas Bend Park

Boat Ramp and Courtesy Dock CLOSED

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

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

Camping Fully Booked Dates

Camping reservations at Arkansas Bend Park are fully booked during the following dates: March 31 and April 1, 7, 8, 15.

Arkansas Bend Phase II Completion 2023

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.

Park Closures

The Romberg Trail of Bob Wentz Park is closed due to hanging branch hazards. The Point is open.

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

Cypress Creek Park

Part of Park Closed

The area of the park accessed from FM2769 is closed due to hazards. The other part of the park accessed from Bullick Hollow is open.

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

East Metro Park

2023 Prescribed Burns

Travis County Parks plans to conduct multiple prescribed burns at East Metropolitan Park sometime between January 10, 2023 and April 15, 2023. We do not know the exact date because the project are weather dependent. The projects are being implemented to improve the health of the park ecosystem and reduce wildfire hazards. There are two projects planned on the park and two additional projects planned on adjacent Travis County Properties. Each project is between 5 and 10 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.

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

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.

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.

Now Accepting Reservations Through August 2023

You can now make Hamilton Pool Preserve reservations online for dates through August 2023. Reservations for dates in September 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."

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 May Not Be Available

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

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

Loop 360 Boat Ramp

Loop 360 Boat Ramp-Day Use Closed

The Loop 360 Boat Ramp is open for watercraft launching and boating only. Day use activities such as picnicking, grilling, swimming, and shoreline fishing are prohibited due to safety issues.

Loop 360 Boat Ramp

Loop 360 Boat Ramp will be temporarily closed to the public March 19th-29th for the Dell Match Play.

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

Mansfield Dam Park

Limited Operations

We are still working on repairs resulting from the recent freezing weather. The park may not have access to restrooms or potable water while repairs are completed.

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

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

DUMP STATION CLOSED

The Dump Station at Pace Bend Park is closed for repairs. At this time we do not know when the dump station will re-open.

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

Improved & Primitive Camping Booked Dates.

Improved: 3/24 - 3/26, 3/31 - 4/2, 4/7 – 4/9, 4/14 - 4/17 & 4/21 - 4/23. North Gracy: 3/24 – 3/26, 3/31 – 4/2, & 4/7 – 4/9 Taylor: 3/24 – 3/26 Kate & Johnson: 3/31 - 4/2

Reimers Observatory

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

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 Regular Programs

Reimers Observatory has resumed regular ppublic programs. We offer several public programs per month. Reservations are required. We typically post a new program about 1 to 2 weeks in advance. The programs usually fill up a day or two after they are posted on this web page. See the Reservations Section of this web page. Once a program fills up it will no longer be shown.

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.

Accepting CASH only

Park Entry and Amenity fees can only be paid with by CASH. We are unable to accept credit cards or any other form of payment at this time. Thank you.

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.