Where to go Swimming in Austin

It’s hotter than a firecracker outside so time to find some water. Here’s where to go swimming in Austin, Texas. 

Natural Swimming Pools 

Austin boasts two natural swimming pools. So if you don’t like traditional swimming pool water, find a couple of options. 

Barton Springs Pool 

Temporarily Closed

In the heart of downtown Austin, it’s at the top of the Austin musts especially for swimming hole enthusiasts. A developed swimming pool for 100 years, it’s water source is a natural spring. Find the original bath house, lap lanes and a diving board. 

It features a natural zero-entry side. The natural limestone rock bottom allows for a walk-in entry, nice for little kids and adults who are cold water shy. It’s about 68F year-round. 

The pool never feels crowded since it’s three-acres in size. Also find lots of shade on the slopes next to the pool to relax. Though no food or coolers are permitted and drinks need tobe  in resealable non-glass containers. 

Schedule: Open for lap swim daily (no lifeguard) 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. Open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for recreational swim. Advance reservations required for a 2-hour swim session.

Located at 2201 Barton Springs Road in Zilker Park. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

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Deep Eddy Pool

Temporarily Closed

Another natural swimming pool from an earlier era, Deep Eddy is smaller and attracts more of a locals only crowd. 

After a recent renovation, find a zero-entry side. Additionally it offers lap lanes.

Schedule: Open from 8 a.m. to noon. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays for lap swim. Open from noon to 2 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays for recreational swim. And open on Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim. Advance reservations required for a 2-hour swim session.

Located at 401 Deep Eddy Drive. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

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Traditional Swimming Pools in Austin 

Bartholomew Municipal Pool 

This traditional pool offers some extras, like shade sail over the wading pool. Additionally find lap lanes and a diving board. 

Schedule: Open Tuesdays, Thursday, Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim. Advance reservations required for a 2-hour swim session.

Located at 1800 E 51st St. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

Walnut Creek Pool

Find a large traditional rectangular pool with lap lanes. 

Schedule: Open Tuesdays, Thursday, Fridays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim. Advance reservations required for a 2-hour swim session.

Located at 12138 North Lamar Blvd. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

Garrison Pool

Schedule: Open Tuesdays, Thursday, Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim. Advance reservations required for a 2-hour swim session.

Located at 6001 Menchaca Rd. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

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Northwest Pool

Also called the Beverly S. Sheffield NW Municipal Pool. 

Schedule: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim. Advance reservations required for a 2-hour swim session.

Located at 7000 Ardath St. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

Mabel Davis Pool 

Schedule: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim. Advance reservations required for a 2-hour swim session.

Located at 3427 Parker Land. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

Big Stacy Pool

Advanced reservations are not required but the occupancy will be limited. Each session is two hours long then pool will be cleared for cleaning. 

Schedule: Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6 a.m. to noon for lap swim. And open Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim.

Located at 700 E. Live Oak. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

Rosewood Pool

Advanced reservations are not required but the occupancy will be limited. Each session is two hours long then pool will be cleared for cleaning.

Schedule: Open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim.

Located at 2300 Rosewood Ave. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming. 

Shipe Pool 

Advanced reservations are not required but the occupancy will be limited. Each session is two hours long then pool will be cleared for cleaning.

Schedule: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim.

Located at 4400 Avenue G. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.

Govalle Pool

Schedule: Open Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. for recreational swim.

Located at 5200 Bolm Road. Free at this time. Masks required when not swimming.