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Barton Springs Pool, located at 2131 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746, USA, is a unique and historic natural swimming pool fed by underground springs. It's a cherished recreational oasis within Zilker Park, offering a refreshing escape with its clear, cool waters and expansive grassy areas for relaxation. The pool is a significant cultural landmark for Austin residents and visitors alike.
The water in Barton Springs Pool maintains a consistent temperature year-round, typically hovering between 68 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 20-21 degrees Celsius) due to its natural spring-fed source.
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Good for Children
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Accessible Entrance
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June 9th, 2025Ramin Homyak
🏊🏻♂️🧘♂️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A natural oasis in the heart of Austin! Barton Springs Municipal Pool is hands down one of the best spots to cool off during those hot Texas summers. Fed by natural spring water, the pool stays a refreshing 68–70°F year-round, which feels amazing when escaping Austin’s heat. Whether you’re swimming laps or lounging under the trees, it’s always relaxing and peaceful. Surrounded by lush greenery and located right next to the Barton Creek Greenbelt, this place is perfect for a full day outdoors. The natural setting gives it a serene, almost hidden gem vibe. It’s both family-friendly and ideal for solo swimmers looking for calm. Do note that the entrance can be a bit confusing for first-timers due to construction and limited signage. But once inside, you’re rewarded with a unique experience that strikes a beautiful balance between nature and community recreation. The spring is cold (brace yourself!), and since it’s a natural bottom, some areas get deep quickly—so keep an eye on kids or weaker swimmers. Admission is affordable ($9), and it opens early at 5 AM. Located at 2131 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746, it’s easily accessible and well worth the visit. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Austin. Don’t forget to explore the upstream greenbelt trails for more hidden natural pools!
July 18th, 2025Stephen Barrios
Barton Springs Municipal Pool – A Classic Austin Experience Barton Springs is an absolute gem. We had no trouble grabbing tickets at the window with good old-fashioned cash (just a heads-up: cash only!). While we didn’t use the ticket kiosks, we saw plenty of people struggling with them—lots of confused faces and short lines of frustrated folks. Do yourself a favor and just head to the window. There’s a fair bit of construction going on right now, but it was super easy to navigate. Clear signs make the path to the pool straightforward. Once you’re in? Pure bliss. The water is cool, crisp, and refreshing—the perfect way to escape the Texas heat. It’s a true spring, so don’t expect bathwater temps, but once you’re in, it feels incredible. There’s a little something for everyone here—swimmers, floaters, jumpers, sunbathers, families, solo chillers. It’s also top-tier people watching. An authentic Austin spot that never disappoints.
July 13th, 2025weiner peiner
This place was magnificent. It really was one of the highlights to my Austin adventure. It was comfortable and felt very safe. I will say the patrons were not as friendly as i would have expected but that is not the pools fault. The salamanders were soooo cute. I love it.
August 17th, 2025Laura
Such a great place! The pool was clean, nice cold and refreshing, super deep and filled with rocks and plants and tiny fishes, loved the nature and the entire experience! Really felt like a mermaid today!! Loved it! Definitely will be coming here again before summer ends! 🧜🏻♀️🙌🏻✨🪸💦
May 26th, 2025Amy Nixon
The entrance is chaotic, especially as a first time visitor. There’s not clear, large signage and the construction pathway made us question if we’d made a mistake in coming and if we were even in the right spot. But once we paid our entry fee and got beyond all the chaos, we discovered a pretty unique and beautiful treasure. A balance between natural spring and pool infrastructure - you can tell the city is trying to walk the line between serving the recreational wants of the community while still preserving its natural environment. Pretty cool. On that note, it’s a cold spring so be prepared for a “refreshing” boost of energy when you enter the water. While the rest of my group laughed at the shock of cold on a steaming hot day, my husband took about 30 minutes to get down the steps into the water. There was a mix of lap and recreational swimmers, and everyone seemed to have plenty of space. It’s a natural spring, so the bottom depths change quickly in certain areas. So be careful with the short folks who might not swim too well. All in all, a beautiful spot to enjoy the day. Definitely a more unique place to swim than a regular pool. I hope the construction finishes quickly, and the city maintains the natural beauty of the spring.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
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| Monday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 – 9:00 AM, 7:00 – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
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