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General info for visiting parks

When visiting the parks, it is recommended that visitors use face coverings, practice social distancing and bring their own hand sanitizer. The total number of park visitors may be limited. For more detailed information and a list of open/closed parks: COVID-19 Preparedness

Allen Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The BBQ pits, shelters and picnic tables are closed at Allen Park. Trail Use is allowed.

Arkansas Bend Park

General info for visiting parks

When visiting the parks, it is recommended that visitors use face coverings, practice social distancing and bring their own hand sanitizer. Limited restroom facilities will be available. The total number of park visitors may be limited. For more detailed information and a list of open/closed parks: COVID-19 Preparedness

Limited Use

Day-use BBQ pits and picnic tables are closed at Arkansas Bend Park. The playground is open and camping by reservation is available. Swimming and Fishing from the shoreline are permitted.

Improved Camping

Improved Campsites at Pace Bend and Arkansas Bend Park will open September 21, 2020. Reservations can be made here

Barkley Meadows Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The shelter and picnic tables are closed at Barkley Meadows Park. The playground and trails remain open.

Ben Fisher Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The shelter, picnic tables, and basketball court are closed. The playground remains open.

Cypress Creek Park

Limited Use

The BBQ pits and picnic tables are closed at Cypress Creek Park. The boat ramp is closed due to low lake levels.

Del Valle Adult Softball Complex

Park Closed

Due to issues related to COVID-19, the park is closed until further notice. For more detailed information and a list of parks that are open: COVID-19 Preparedness

Limited Use

The shelter and athletic fields are closed at Del Valle Softball Fields.

Reimers Observatory

Observatory Closed Due to COVID-19

Reimers Observatory has ceased providing public programs until further notice. This is due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19. We hope to resume public programs later this year, but no date has been determined. Periodically check this web page for updates.

East Metro Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The basketball court, shelter, athletic fields and pavilion are closed at East Metro Park. Playgrounds, disc golf and trails are open.

Fritz Hughes Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The BBQ pits, picnic tables, and basketball court are closed at Fritz Hughes Park. Swimming and fishing is allowed along the shoreline with social distancing. The playground is open.

Hamilton Pool Preserve

Limited Activities at Hamilton Pool During COVID-19

Swimming will not be allowed. You will be able to hike to the pool and waterfall, but the trail to the Pedernales River will be closed. No guided hikes or educational programs will take place.

Important Information for Hamilton Pool Preserve Visitors During COVID

All visitors must follow CDC guidelines to reduce the spread of COVID. Fewer reservations than usual will be issued to reduce crowding. Swimming will not be allowed. Please note that it will not be possible to maintain distance from other visitors as you hike the narrow trail between the parking lot and the pool. This narrow trail has two-way traffic, is a quarter of a mile long, and typically takes about 15 minutes to hike. It is strongly recommended that visitors use face coverings, practice social distancing when possible, and bring their own hand sanitizer. The preserve has no running water.

Swimming Status

No swimming allowed at Hamilton Pool Preserve until further notice.

Reservations Needed Every Day of the Week

Reservations are required every day of the week to visit Hamilton Pool Preserve until further notice. Note that this policy includes the winter months. This added requirement of reservations on winter weekdays is due to our limited visitation allowed during COVID.

Now Accepting Reservations Through December

Reservations are required every day of the week to visit Hamilton Pool Preserve. You can now make reservations online for dates through December 31. Reservations for dates in January 2021 and later are not yet available. Note that swimming will not be allowed until further notice.

Hippie Hollow Park

Hippie Hollow and Annual or Lifetime Senior Permits

Starting March 1, 2020, Hippie Hollow will no longer sell or accept any new Annual or Lifetime Senior Permits. However, existing Annual Permits with a 2020 expiration date will still be honored until their expiration is met. Senior sticker Permits will no longer waive entry fees at Hippie Hollow.

General info for visiting parks

Little Webberville Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The BBQ pits and picnic tables are closed at Little Webberville Park. The playground and boat ramp is open and fishing is allowed along the shoreline with social distancing.

Loop 360 Boat Ramp

Limited Use

The BBQ grills and picnic tables are closed at Loop 360 Park. The boat ramp is open.

Mansfield Dam Park

Limited Use

The boat ramp, trails and playground are open at Mansfield Dam Park. Picnic tables, and pavilion are closed.

Park Operations

The day-use amenities in the park are open as well as the boat ramp for normal daily use.

Mary Quinlan Park

Limited Use

The basketball court, BBQ pits and picnic tables are closed at Mary Quinlan Park. The boat ramp is open.

Northeast Metropolitan Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The skatepark, athletic fields, BMX track, basketball court and shelter are closed. The playgrounds, trails, and tennis court remain open.

Pace Bend Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

Primitive camping and picnic tables are closed at Pace Bend Park. Improved Campsites are available by reservation only. The west (cliff) side of the park is closed. Collier boat ramp is open. Trails are open.

Improved Camping

Improved Campsites at Pace Bend and Arkansas Bend Park will open September 21, 2020. Reservations can be made here

Milton Reimers Ranch Park

Now Charging Park Use Fees

Park Use fees at Milton Reimers Ranch Park are now being charged. Please bring cash. We do not accept credit or debit cards.

Reimers Ranch Park May Close When Overcrowded

Reimers Ranch Park may close to new visitors without warning if it becomes overcrowded. This is likely to happen during weekends and holidays. We do not take reservations. Visitors traveling to the park should check the Travis County Milton Reimers Ranch Park web page for the most up to date information on closure.

Mountain Bike Trails Status

The mountain bike trails at Reimers Ranch Park are currently closed due to recent rain. They will reopen after they have thoroughly dried. There are other trails in the park open for biking.

Rock Climbing and COVID-19

Park guests may rock climb at Milton Reimers Ranch Park when following current COVID-19 recommended guidelines. Travis County Parks, Texas Climbers Coalition, and The Access Fund work collaboratively to promote safe and appropriate use of the climbing areas at Milton Reimers Ranch Park. Join us as we support the sport and ensure continued climbing access through this team effort. Please climb safely and follow current COVID-19 guidelines. Support the sport; support your health, and support your community.

Mountain Bike Flow Trail Now Open

The newly constructed Mountain Bike Flow Trail at Milton Reimers Ranch Park is now open when trail conditions are dry. As with the other mountain bike trails, the Flow Trail might be closed after rain. You can park in the regular Mountain Bike Parking Lot.

Limited Park Use Activities at Reimers Ranch During COVID-19

When we are not closed due to overcrowding, the currently allowed activities at Reimers Ranch Park are walking, hiking, rock climbing, horseback riding, swimming, fishing, and biking on some trails. As usual, Mountain Bike Trails will be open when they are dry and closed when they are wet. All visitors must follow proper social distancing practices at all times, including staying at least 6 feet from each other. Drinking fountains and picnic tables will not be available for use. All visitor activities must be consistent with our efforts to minimize the spread of COVID-19.

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. It had been closed on busy swimming weekends and holidays for public safety reasons.

Richard Moya Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The basketball court, picnic tables, athletic fields, and shelters are closed at Richard Moya Park. Trails and playgrounds are open.

Sandy Creek Park

Campgrounds Closed

In response to COVID-19 concerns, camping is closed until further notice. Camping Reservations are unavailable at this time.

Park Closed

Due to issues related to COVID-19, the park is closed until further notice. For more detailed information and a list of parks that are open: COVID-19 Preparedness

Selma Hughes Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The BBQ pit and picnic tables are closed at Selma Hughes Park. The park is open to use of the open space.

Southeast Metropolitan Park

General info for visiting parks

Limited Use

The athletic fields, basketball court and shelter are closed at Southeast Metro Park. The trails and playgrounds are open.

EMS Training Scenario at Southeast Metro Park

On Monday, November 23 and Wednesday, November 25, a live EMS training scenario will take place in Southeast Metro Park. EMS personnel and Star Flight will be conducting a training scenario focusing on the primitive hiking trail in the back part of the park. The park and trail will remain open during this time.