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Join us on a guided hike through Hamilton Pool Preserve. Our tour begins in the dry uplands and descends 80 feet into a canyon which features a wide diversity of native plants and animals. Along the way, learn about the history of Hamilton Pool and how its unique geological features were formed.
Hamilton Pool is a natural pool that was created when the dome of an underground river collapsed due to massive erosion thousands of years ago. The pool is located about 23 miles (37 km) west of Austin, Texas off Highway 71 .
You can make a reservation daily to get into Hamilton Pool until October 31st 2019. Then from November 1st through December 31st 2019 they only take reservations on the weekend. It is $10 a person to make a reservation and you have to do it online.
Hamilton Pool Preserve is a historic swimming hole which was designated a preserve by the Travis County Commissioner's Court in 1990. Located 3/4 mile upstream from its confluence with the Pedernales River, Hamilton Creek spills out over limestone outcroppings to create a 50 foot waterfall as it plunges into the head of a steep box canyon.
Hamilton Pool offers one of the most unusual swimming experiences you’ll find in Texas. It looks as though it was plucked from a tropical island and plopped into the middle of Austin’s limestone hills. The roughly circular swimming hole is partially shaded by a rock outcropping.
Hamilton Pool is a gorgeous natural, emerald green swimming pool located in the Texas Hill Country. Take the short hike from the park lot to the pool and be amazed by the grotto, and the the nearly 50 foot waterfall that cascades into the pool.
The Texas Hill Country is full of hidden gems, and a trip to Hamilton Pool is the perfect way to cool off and experience one of them. Located on a nature preserve in Dripping Springs, this park is home to a wide variety of plants and animals, some of which are endangered species.
It’s easy to see why—the beautiful blue pool in the collapsed grotto and trickling waterfall make for excellent photo ops and hiking trails provide gorgeous views of the Texas Hill Country landscape.
If you’re seeking an escape from city life in Austin, Texas, look no further than the breathtaking Hamilton Pool Preserve. Tucked away in the Texas Hill Country, this large open cave with a natural pool is a geological wonder.
Known for its crystal-clear waters, dramatic limestone cliffs, and vibrant ecosystem, Hamilton Pool is a great place to explore, swim, picnic, hike, and soak in the beauty of Central Texas. We will take a closer look at all the amazing things you can do when you visit this natural wonder.