Hamilton Pool (Dripping Springs)
Natural swimming hole with waterfall near Dripping Springs.
Hamilton Pool Preserve is a natural swimming hole located in Dripping Springs, about 45 minutes west of Austin. This Texas Hill Country gem features a 50-foot waterfall cascading into a jade-green pool surrounded by massive limestone cliffs and lush vegetation. It's a spot for families who love nature, but requires advance reservations and has limited daily capacity. Good for older kids and teens who can appreciate the dramatic landscape and follow strict preserve guidelines.
Hamilton Pool (Dripping Springs) at a glance
- Type
- Swimming & Splash Pads
- Address
- 24300 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620
- Hours
- Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM - Price
- $$. Reservation required. Entry fee per vehicle ($8-$12). Limited daily capacity.
- Ages
- All ages
- Phone
- (512) 264-1898
- Website
- parks.traviscountytx.gov/parks/hamilton-pool-preserve
Nearby places
- Owl Creek Farm: 2.2 mi away
- Catch Air: 2.9 mi away
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