Hamilton Pool

5 Stars

Hamilton Pool

Hamilton Pool...ahhhh! If you only make it to one natural swimming hole in your entire life, it should be Hamilton Pool. This place is so much more than a swimming destination. The rocky over hang that shades the pool is simply breathtaking. The water spills over into the pool from above. The maidenhair fern grows naturally where the water spills over the rock. Make it a point to walk all the way along the interior wall under the rocky ceiling. These pictures should give you a sense for the size of the pool & rocky overhang. (Look for the tiny people in the first photo.)

TIPS & INFO:

1. Get here early. Get there early. Did I say, "Get there early"? The place fills up quickly & once it's full, they won't let you in. It'd be a shame for you to drive all that way just to have to turn around and head home.

2. Hours: 9am-6pm daily, weather permitting. No entry after 5:30pm. Swimming ends at 5:30pm.

3. If it rains, you won't be able to swim because of e-coli levels. Call ahead to make sure you can get in & that you can swim. (512) 264-2740

4. It's rocky steps all the way down and all the way up. So, if you have mobility challenges, this is not the place for you. Expect to carry small children on the way up...I know...I'm a Mom.

5. Given the steps and overall rocky terrain, I'd encourage you to only bring what you can carry on your shoulder or your back. Avoid bringing a large cooler if you can...although I did see some college kids lugging in their big cooler the last time I went, but they were young and stu...never mind.

6. Get all the rest of the scoop here.