Swimming hole

Hamilton Pool Preserve

Dripping Springs, Texas

A collapsed grotto with a waterfall spilling into a green swimming pool.

Price
Reservation fee plus per-person entry (Travis County parks)
Booking
Book ahead
Time to allow
2 hours

A natural pool under a limestone overhang where a creek drops about 50 feet. Entry is by reservation only and swimming is sometimes closed after rain or when bacteria levels are high. The short trail from the car park is rocky.

Good to know

  • Book as soon as the booking window opens, slots go fast
  • Check the swim status before you drive out
  • Wear shoes with grip for the rocky path
Best time
Weekday morning
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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