Arkansas Bend Closure

Arkansas Bend Park is temporarily closed for the construction of major park improvements. Improvements include restoring and updating the day use area, improving the boat ramp and expanding the parking areas, constructing new trails and campsites, and adding other amenities and their associated infrastructure. Recent flood waters have delayed the opening. The estimated reopening date for the park is early 2019.

Expect Traffic Delays Due to Road Construction

Expect traffic delays due to road construction outside of Hamilton Pool Preserve. Remember you cannot enter the preserve after 12:30 pm and 5:30 pm. Do not plan to arrive in the last few minutes before these deadlines or you may get caught up in the road construction traffic and be denied entry.

Swimming Status

We are currently not allowing swimming due to recent rain and high bacteria levels. The earliest swimming might be allowed is Saturday, April 27, 2019. You may call our Public Information Phone Line (512-264-2740) at that time to hear the most up to date information.

Webb Boat Ramps

Webberville Park boat ramp is closed for improvements and once completed then Little Webberville Park boat ramp construction will begin. Recent rains have caused delays. Thank you for your patience to improve access to the Colorado River.

Closure of Cliff Upriver of Climbers Canyon

We have closed all areas near the cliffs upriver of the Climbers Canyon at Milton Reimers Ranch Park for public safety reasons. This closure includes the hiking trails, but does not include the river shoreline. A massive collapse of the cliff face near Prototype Wall is prompting this closure. We are evaluating the situation and will reopen to hiking when the danger has passed. Climbers should know that many of the climbing routes were destroyed in the collapse.

Mountain Biking Trails Status

The mountain biking trails at Milton Reimers Ranch Park are currently closed due to recent rain. They will reopen after they have thoroughly dried.

Beach Road Closure on Weekends and Holidays

The road to the beach will be closed to vehicles on weekends and holidays beginning in May and continuing through the end of summer. It will be a pedestrian-only walkway on those days. This policy is necessary to provide for the safety of the pedestrians and to avoid traffic issues.

Summer Fees on Weekends and Holidays

The entrance fee increases to $15 per vehicle on weekends and holidays beginning in May and continuing through September 30. Fees on typical summer weekdays will remain at $10 per vehicle.

Webb Boat Ramps

Webberville Park boat ramp is closed for improvements and once completed then Little Webberville Park boat ramp construction will begin. Recent rains have caused delays. Thank you for your patience to improve access to the Colorado River.