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Burn Ban Issued

The Travis County Fire Marshal's Office has issued a Burn Ban for the entire County. Under the Ban, campfires and burning wood in any manner, including in any type grill, is prohibited. Propane and gas stove cooking is allowed. Charcoal may be used as long as it is in a completely enclosed grill.

Arkansas Bend Park boat dock CLOSED

Due to low lake levels, the Arkansas Bend Boat Dock is currently inaccessible. The boat ramps remain closed.

Allen Park

Burn Ban Issued

Arkansas Bend Park

Burn Ban Issued

Arkansas Bend Park boat dock CLOSED

Due to low lake levels, the Arkansas Bend Boat Dock is currently inaccessible. The boat ramps remain closed.

Barkley Meadows Park

Burn Ban Issued

Ben Fisher Park

Burn Ban Issued

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.

Burn Ban Issued

Cypress Creek Park

Burn Ban Issued

Del Valle Adult Softball Complex

Burn Ban Issued

East Metro Park

Limited Use

The pavilion remains closed at East Metro Park.

Burn Ban Issued

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.

Fritz Hughes Park

Burn Ban Issued

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.

Fully Booked Today

Hamilton Pool Preserve is fully booked today. If you do not have a reservation please do not drive to the preserve.

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.

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 October 2022

You can now make Hamilton Pool Preserve reservations online for dates through October 2022. Reservations for dates in November 2022 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.

Burn Ban Issued

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.

Little Webberville Park

Burn Ban Issued

Loop 360 Boat Ramp

Loop 360 Boat Ramp-Day Use Closed

From May 20, 2022 to September 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 October 1, 2022.

Burn Ban Issued

Mansfield Dam Park

Burn Ban Issued

Mary Quinlan Park

Burn Ban Issued

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.

Burn Ban Issued

Splash Pad Open

The splash pad at Northeast Metro is now open during day-use park hours.

Pace Bend Park

Primitive Camping Closed

Beginning May 2, 2022, Pace Bend Park will no longer offer primitive camping due to staffing limitations. We will continue to take reservation requests for our 18 improved camping sites on a first-come first-served basis.

Burn Ban Issued

No Vacancy Dates - Improved Camping

The listed dates have already been fully booked for improved camping at Pace Bend Park:

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

Road to Beach Closed To Vehicles on Weekends and Holidays

The road to the river shoreline in Reimers Ranch Park is currently closed to vehicles on weekends and holidays. Pedestrians can access the shoreline. The road is open for vehicle drop offs on weekdays. This policy has been adopted to promote public safety. We will open the road 7 days a week after the busy swimming season.

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.

Burn Ban Issued

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.

Mountain Biking Trails Status

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

Richard Moya Park

Burn Ban Issued

Sandy Creek Park

No Water Available

Sandy Creek park has no available water at this time. Please bring your own supply.

Burn Ban Issued

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.