Burn Ban effective Aug. 20, 2024
Travis County is currently under a burn ban. Please refer to the Travis County fire marshal webpage for more information: https://www.traviscountytx.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban. What this means for camping is that all wood burning fires are prohibited. You are allowed to use our covered grills and designated fire ring in the campground, but only charcoal is allowed. You are also welcomed to bring your own charcoal or propane grill if it is elevated off the ground. Lastly, if you need to discard charcoal during your stay, please ensure the coals are completely put out.
Historic Cabin Construction
Work will begin the week of Monday June 17, 2024 on the historic cabin that is located near the disc golf basket of hole 15. Construction should not impact this greenway but please be considerate of the workers and equipment onsite. Construction is expected to last 2 months.
Pool Opening
The pool at East Metro Park will be opening Saturday, June 1, 2024.
TC Parks Foundation Merchandise
There is still time to explore exclusive TCP Foundation merchandise and support your Travis County parks. Visit the online store here.
East Metropolitan Park is your favorite neighborhood park to come fish, swim and play!
Address
18706 Blake Manor Road
Manor, TX 78653
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Park Hours
Every day
8:00 am to civil twilight
(Today's civil twilight is 07:23 pm)
Sports Fields Hours
February 16 - November 30
8:00 am to 10:00 pm
Closed Fridays
Sports Fields Rain-Out Number
Fees
Acreage
273 acres
Activities and Amenities
18-hole disc golf course
Climbing boulder
Covered basketball court (1)
Extra large shelter* (1)
Fishing pond (2)
Multi-use fields* (2)
Paved multi-use trail
Picnic areas
Playground (4)
Practice fields (2)
Sand Volleyball (2)
Soccer fields* (4)
Senior baseball fields* (2)
Softball Field (1)
Swimming pool and wading pool area
Youth baseball fields* (4)
* Reservations required
Know Before You Go
Sports Fields Closed Season
Sports fields are closed for rehabilitation from December 1 - February 15.
Fishing Program
The Texas Parks Wildlife Department (TPWD) Inland Fisheries Division Neighborhood Fishin' Program (NFP) expanded to the Austin metropolitan area in 2008 with the introduction of Bullfrog Pond in Travis County’s East Metro Park. Due to the tremendous success, in 2015 the program was added to Kingfisher Pond, a 2 acre pond located in East Metro Park.
The general goal of the NFP is to provide fishing opportunities in all Texas urban areas, with an emphasis on youth participation. TPWD has partnered with Travis County parks to provide a quality fishing experience at these ponds. The ponds have excellent bank access and a state-of-the-art fishing pier. The TPWD Inland Fisheries Division provides fisheries management expertise and fish for regular stockings. The fish-stocking plan consists of bi-weekly stockings of channel catfish or rainbow trout. Channel catfish (12 inches) are stocked from April through November (except for during the peak heat during the month of August) and rainbow trout (8-12 inches) December through March. Visitors over 17 years of age must have a valid Texas fishing license.
A valid freshwater fishing license is required to fish Bullfrog and Kingfisher Pond unless you are exempt. Fishing is by pole and line only and a maximum of two poles per angler. There is no minimum length limit and a 5 fish daily bag limit per angler for channel catfish and rainbow trout.
Learn more about the TPWD Neighborhood Fishin' Program.
Pool
East Metropolitan Park also includes a swimming pool that is maintained by Travis County Parks. The Greater Austin YMCA is responsible for programs and providing certified lifeguards when the pool is in operation. The pool typically operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day. More information about the Greater Austin YMCA can be obtained at the YMCA website found here www.austinymca.org.
Fees
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Travis County Resident Reservation Fee (Non-Refundable) | $10 |
| Non-Travis County Resident Reservation Fee (Non-Refundable) | $30 |
| Basketball Shelter Extra Large with Electricity | $100 per Day |
| Shelter Deposit (Refundable) | $50 |
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Reservation Fee | $5 per Field per Hour |
| Field Usage - General | $5 per Field per Hour |
| Field Usage - Non-Profit Youth with 501(c)(3) | No Charge |
| Lights | $20 per Hour (Additional $5 per 15 Minutes) |
| Field Preparation (Set-up and Lining) | $35 per Field per Day |
| Tournament/Special Events | $8 per Field per Hour Additional |
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Natural Grass Field - Weekday Reservation Fee | $5 per Field per Hour |
| Natural Grass Field - Weekend Reservation Fee (includes standard soccer lining) | $10 per Field per Hour |
| Field Usage - General | $5 per Field per Hour |
| Field Usage - Non-Profit Youth with 501(c)(3) | No Charge |
| Lights | $30 per Hour (Additional $7.50 per 15 Minutes) |
| Field Preparation (Set-up and Lining) | $35 per Field per Day |
| Tournament/Special Events | $8 per Field per Hour Additional |
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Weekday Reservation Fee | $5 per Field per Hour |
| Weekend Reservation Fee | $10 per Field per Hour |
| Field Usage - General | $5 per Field per Hour |
| Field Usage - Non-Profit Youth with 501(c)(3) | No Charge |
| Lights | $30 per Hour (Additional $7.50 per 15 Minutes) |
| Field Preparation (Set-up and Lining) | $35 per Field per Day |
| Tournament/Special Events | $8 per Field per Hour Additional |
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Travis County Resident Reservation Fee (Non-Refundable) | $10 |
| Non-Travis County Resident Reservation Fee (Non-Refundable) | $30 |
| Concession Building - General | $150 per Building per Day |
| Deposit (Refundable) | $50 |
| Concession Building - Non-Profit Youth with 501(c)(3) | $50 per Building per Day |
For more information, please contact the Parks’ Main Office at 512-854-PARK.
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Requiring a License Agreement | $150 per Event |
| No License Agreement Required | $100 per Event |
For more information, please contact the Parks’ Main Office at 512-854-PARK.
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Weekday Rental | $20 per Day |
| Weekend/Holiday Rental | $40 per Day |
Reservations
Shelter
Shelter reservations are required. The extra large shelter can accommodate up to 100 people.
Make a Reservation RequestSports Fields
Sport field reservations are required. Read the reservation information.
Rules
The following are prohibited:
- Camping
- Fireworks
- Glass containers
- Ground fires
- Off-leash pets
- Public display of consumption of alcohol
- Tobacco products
For more information, view the Parks Rules and Safety page.
About
The 273-acre East Metropolitan Park is a multiple-use recreational area with recreational facilities financed with voter-approved park bonds.
