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Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve

Location: 24300 Hamilton Pool Rd 78669 Map

Phone Number: 512-264-2740

This park is not reservable.

Size: 232.00 Acres

Amenities:
Trail Miles .5

$Swallows\' nests at Hamilton Pool$
Swallows' nests at Hamilton Pool

Description: Hamilton Pool Preserve is a historic swimming hole beneath a 50-foot waterfall where Hamilton Creek spills out over limestone outcroppings. There is an $8 entrance fee per car.

Parking is available for 75 vehicles. The parking lot is closed temporarily when capacity is reached. Guided tours are available every Sunday at 10 am or by appointment. For updated swimming conditions call (512) 264-2740.

The preserve is home to the Golden-Cheeked Warbler and a great variety of other birds. The diverse vegetation of Hamilton Pool ranges from semi-arid species in the uplands to riparian species in the canyon. The uplands of the preserve are a juniper and oak savannah with a variety of native grasses and wildflowers. Several rare plant species including canyon mock-orange, red bay, and chatter box orchid are known to occur in the canyon areas along Hamilton Creek. Hamilton Pool Preserve is a part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve (BCP).

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Hike Information from Austin Explorer

Gallery:

Beautiful Swimming Area Under the Waterfall

Pools along the trail

This page is a work in progress. Do you have pictures, stories, or additional information about this park you would like to share? We'd love to hear from you. Email Rosie or call 477-1566.

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