Public Pools in Austin, TX

Hours this week

Prices

Infant (1 year)

Free

Child (1-11) Resident

$2

Child (1-11) Non-resident

$4

Junior (12-17) Resident

$3

Junior (12-17) Non-resident

$5

Adult (18-62) Resident

$5

Adult (18-62) Non-resident

$9

Senior (62 and older) Resident

$2

Senior (62 and older) Non-resident

$5

Veteran (honorably discharged)

Free

Season pass Child (1-11) Resident

$65

Season pass Child (1-11) Non-resident

$95

Season pass Junior (12-17) Resident

$125

Season pass Junior (12-17) Non-resident

$155

Season pass Adult (18-62) Resident

$190

Season pass Adult (18-62) Non-resident

$280

Season pass Senior (62 and older) Resident

$65

Season pass Senior (62 and older) Non-resident

$95

Season pass Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Children or Juniors) Resident

$370

Season pass Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Children or Juniors) Non-resident

$515

Aquatic Punch Card ($40 worth of visits)

$34

Swim for free

• Infant (1 year) free admission
• Veteran (honorably discharged) free admission
• Senior (80+) free season pass
• Veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 10% or more free season pass

Swim schedule

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun

Swim at your own risk · 5 a.m. – 8 a.m. · All ages

Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun

Guarded Swim · 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. · All ages

Thu

Swim at your own risk · 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. · All ages

Thu

Guarded Swim · 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. · All ages

The poolfeetmeters

Barton Springs Pool

Depth 0 to 18 ft. Three-acre pool fed by underground springs; average water temperature 68-70 degrees; federally protected habitat for the Barton Springs Salamander

Programs

Swim lessons, Lifeguard and water safety training, Swim team

Features

Fed by underground springs, Average water temperature 68-70 degrees, Splash! educational exhibit adjacent to the bathhouse, Surrounding grassy areas for lounging

Pool rules

• Do bring: Swimsuit, Towel, Sunscreen, Water in a re-sealable plastic container, Inflatable toys (only allowed in 5 ft of water or less), Entry ticket or cash/card to pay entry fee
• Do NOT bring: Coolers, ice chests, or thermal bags; Food; Pets; Glass; Frisbees, footballs, soccer balls or other hard balls; Portable speakers; Tobacco – smoking of any kind is not allowed; Alcohol; Fishing gear of any kind.
• Anyone seen smoking or with an open container of alcohol will be asked to leave or denied entry.

In the park

• Zilker Metropolitan Park
• Zilker Cafe building
• Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse
• Splash! educational exhibit

Good to know

• Starting May 30, 2024, Barton Springs Pool cash entries and kiosk purchases are currently made at the Zilker Cafe building. Entry will be east of the Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse until construction is complete.
• Aquatic Division facilities will close if the air temperature on the pool deck is at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Pools will re-open once the air temperature is above 32 degrees. Barton Springs will observe swim at your own risk during operational hours below 32 degrees.
• Entry fees are charged beginning during Austin Independent School District Spring Break through the end of October.
• Season passes are valid through October 31 during the season purchased.
• Parking: Monday through Friday free; Weekends and holidays, March 1 - Labor Day: $3 per hour per vehicle.
• Season passes include parking at Zilker Park; Zilker Park charges for parking on Holidays and Weekends, Memorial Day through Labor Day.
• Ticket kiosks accept credit/debit cards or exact currency.
• Groups or organizations bringing 6 or more people for a one-time visit must complete a one-day visit form.

Hours this week

Prices

Child (1-11 years), resident

$2

Child (1-11 years), non-resident

$4

Junior (12-17 years), resident

$3

Junior (12-17 years), non-resident

$5

Adult (18-62 years), resident

$5

Adult (18-62 years), non-resident

$9

Senior (62 years and older), resident

$2

Senior (62 years and older), non-resident

$5

Season pass, Child (1-11 years), resident

$65

Season pass, Child (1-11 years), non-resident

$95

Season pass, Junior (12-17 years), resident

$125

Season pass, Junior (12-17 years), non-resident

$155

Season pass, Adult (18-62 years), resident

$190

Season pass, Adult (18-62 years), non-resident

$280

Season pass, Senior (62 years and older), resident

$65

Season pass, Senior (62 years and older), non-resident

$95

Season pass, Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children/juniors), resident

$370

Season pass, Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children/juniors), non-resident

$515

Pass replacement fee

$10

Punch card (contains $40 worth of visits, bought at the Aquatic Office)

$34

Swim for free

• Children under 1 year: free entry
• Veterans (Honorably Discharged): free daily entry
• Season pass free for Senior (80+) residents and for Veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 10% or more (residents)

Swim schedule

Monday to Friday except Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday

Lap swim · 08:00-20:00

Monday to Friday except Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday

Recreational swim · 10:00-20:00

Monday to Friday except Tuesday

Swim lessons · 17:40-20:00

The poolfeetmeters

Main pool

Length 33 yards. Depth 0 to 8 ft. 8 lanes. 33 yards, 8 lanes (deep side). Zero depth to 4 feet on the shallow side, 4 to 8 feet on the deep side. Filled daily with natural, untreated aquifer water. Accessibility: chair lift, ADA stairs, zero-depth entry.

Programs

Swim lessons, Swim Team (city program), Lifeguard and water safety training (city program)

Features

Recreational pool, Zero-depth entry, Chair lift, ADA stairs, Picnic tables (no food allowed downstairs), Changing area, Outdoor showers

In the park

• Eilers (Deep Eddy) Neighborhood Park: playground, picnic table area, dock, community garden, trailhead, along Lady Bird Lake

Good to know

• Hours shown are for the period March 14, 2026 to October 31, 2026, which includes today; hours after October 31 are not stated.
• Beginning April 21, 2026, Deep Eddy Pool is closed every Tuesday for cleaning and maintenance.
• The pool is filled daily with natural, untreated aquifer water and fill times vary: staff open as close to 8 a.m. as possible, but the pool will not open until full.
• Entry fees are generally charged from AISD Spring Break through the end of October; the fee page does not state fees for November to March. Season passes are valid through October 31 of the season purchased.
• Pool deck closes if the air temperature on the pool deck is at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (applies to year-round Aquatic Division facilities).
• The official page gives the address as 401 Deep Eddy Ave, Austin, TX 78705, while Google shows 78703. Hotline: (512) 974-1189.
• The Eilers (Deep Eddy) Neighborhood Park concept planning process (summer 2026 to early 2027) does not include Deep Eddy Pool or the bathhouse.

Hours this week

• 2026-11-26: Thanksgiving Day
• 2026-12-24: Christmas Eve
• 2026-12-25: Christmas Day
• 2026-12-31: New Year's Eve - early closure, pool closes at 4:00 PM
• 2027-01-01: New Year's Day
• 2027-01-18: MLK Day
• 2027-02-15: Presidents' Day

Prices

Children under 1 year (resident)

FREE

Children under 1 year (non-resident)

FREE

Child (1-11 years) resident

$2

Child (1-11 years) non-resident

$4

Junior (12-17 years) resident

$3

Junior (12-17 years) non-resident

$5

Adult (18-62 years) resident

$5

Adult (18-62 years) non-resident

$9

Senior (62 years and older) resident

$2

Senior (62 years and older) non-resident

$5

Veterans (Honorably Discharged)

FREE

Season Pass Child (1-11 years) resident

$65

Season Pass Child (1-11 years) non-resident

$95

Season Pass Junior (12-17 years) resident

$125

Season Pass Junior (12-17 years) non-resident

$155

Season Pass Adult (18-62 years) resident

$190

Season Pass Adult (18-62 years) non-resident

$280

Season Pass Senior (62 years and older) resident

$65

Season Pass Senior (62 years and older) non-resident

$95

Season Pass Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children/juniors) resident

$370

Season Pass Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children/juniors) non-resident

$515

Season Pass Senior (80+)

FREE

Season Pass Veterans

FREE

Pass replacement fee

$10

Aquatic Punch Card (contains $40 worth of visits)

$34

Swim for free

• Children under 1 year: FREE
• Veterans (Honorably Discharged): FREE
• Season Pass Senior (80+): FREE

Swim schedule

Mon-Fri

Lap swim · 12:15 pm - 3:00 pm

Mon-Fri

Recreational/Lap swim · 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sat-Sun

Recreational/Lap swim · 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The poolfeetmeters

Lap Pool

Length 25 yards. 4 lanes. Open year-round

Activity Pool

Depth 3 to 11.5 ft. Closed October 1, 2026 - March 12, 2027

Recreational Pool

Depth 3 to 11.5 ft. Closed October 1, 2026 - March 12, 2027

Wading Pool

Zero depth wading pool

Programs

Swim Team, lifeguard and water safety training, youth and adult swim lessons

Features

Recreational pool, Wading Pool, Activity Pool, Outdoor, Shade Structures, Water Slides, Chair Lift, ADA Stairs, Picnic Tables, Changing Area, Outdoor Showers

Good to know

• Hours shown are for the period October 1, 2026 - March 12, 2027, when the Lap Pool is open and the Rec/Activity Pools and Slides are closed.
• Lily pads, wading pool, and slides may close if not enough lifeguards are present to open these areas.
• Aquatic Division facilities will close if the air temperature on the pool deck is at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Entry fees are charged at Bartholomew beginning during Austin Independent School District Spring Break through the end of October.
• The page lists a Labor Day (Monday, September 7) schedule of 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recreational/Lap Swim, which is in the past relative to the verification date.

Hours this week

• 2026-11-26: Thanksgiving
• 2026-11-27: Thanksgiving
• 2026-12-24: Christmas
• 2026-12-25: Christmas
• 2027-01-01: New Year's Day
• 2027-01-18: MLK Day
• 2027-02-15: President's Day

Swim for free

• Big Stacy Pool is free for admission

Swim schedule

Monday, Wednesday

Lap Swim · 6:00 am - 9:15 am

Monday, Wednesday

Swim ATX (entire facility closed to public) · 9:15 am - 10:30 am

Monday, Wednesday

Recreational/Lap Swim · 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Lap Swim · 6:00 am - 10:00 am

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Recreational/Lap Swim · 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Weekends

Recreational/Lap Swim · 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

12/31 New Year's Eve

Lap Swim · 6:00 am - 10:00 am

12/31 New Year's Eve

Recreational/Lap Swim · 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

The poolfeetmeters

Big Stacy Pool

Length 33 yards. Depth 3.5 to 9.2 ft. 6 lanes. Recreational pool, outdoor

Features

Recreational pool, Outdoor, Chair Lift, Benches, Changing Area, Covered Shower, Family Restrooms

Good to know

• Hours shown are for the period August 31, 2026 - Spring 2027.
• Big Stacy will open to the public during scheduled Swim ATX time if the program doesn't occur on that day.
• Aquatic Division facilities will close if the air temperature on the pool deck is at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Pools will re-open once the air temperature is above 32 degrees.
• Pools may be closed for storms in the area, mechanical issues or other unforeseen events.

Hours this week

• 2026-11-26: Thanksgiving Day
• 2026-12-24: Christmas Eve
• 2026-12-25: Christmas Day
• 2027-01-01: New Year's Day
• 2027-01-18: MLK Day
• 2027-02-15: Presidents' Day

Swim schedule

Weekdays

Lap Swim · 12:15 pm - 3:00 pm

Weekdays

Recreational/Lap Swim · 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Weekends

Recreational/Lap Swim · 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The poolfeetmeters

Lap Pool

Length 25 yards. 6 lanes. Open

Activity Pool

Depth 0 to 3 ft. Open; may close if not enough lifeguards are present.

Recreational Pool

Depth 3 to 12 ft.

Programs

Free adult and youth swim lessons from October 12 - 22

Features

Recreational pool, activity pool, outdoor, ADA chair, shade structures, waterslide, diving board

Good to know

• Colony Park Pool will open 15 minutes late on Tuesday's and Thursday's to accommodate programming
• Slide is closed; a repair to the slide is underway and will open once complete. There is no estimated opening date at this time.
• Activity pool and slide may close if not enough lifeguards are present.
• Admission Cost: Colony Park Pool is free for admission
• Amenities: Changing Area, Outdoor Shower
• Hours shown are for the period October 1, 2026 - March 12, 2027.
• On Thursday, December 31 New Year's Eve, pool closes at 4:00 PM.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

The poolfeetmeters

50 meter pool

Length 50 meters (Olympic length). Depth 9 ft. 880,000 gallons of water; movable, power-operated bulkheads; considered one of the fastest pools in the world due to its depth, gutter system, high filtration rate, and lane width

Diving well

Depth 18 ft. Diving boards: 1 m, 1 m, 1 m, 1 m, 3 m, 3 m, 3 m, 3 m, 3 m, 3 m, 5 m, 7.5 m, 10 m. 660,000 gallons of water; 1, 3, 5, 7.5, and 10-meter diving towers; six 3 meter spring boards; four 1 meter spring boards

Programs

UT Swimming and Diving practices and meets, Longhorn Aquatics (TXLA) age group swimming training, Longhorn Aquatics diving instruction in Olympic-style diving, Longhorn Aquatics Masters adult-fitness swimming program, Longhorn Swim Camp, Longhorns Dive Camp, Kinesiology and Health Education: introduction to swimming, springboard and platform diving, water polo, SCUBA, stand up paddle boarding and small craft safety, Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lifeguarding classes, Women's Club Water Polo, Men's Club Water Polo

Features

Diving towers (1, 3, 5, 7.5, and 10-meter), Six 3 meter spring boards, Four 1 meter spring boards, Movable, power-operated bulkheads, Underwater lighting and viewing windows (not open to the public), Grandstands for public viewing

Good to know

• The TSC is not open to the public for swimming; the public is welcome to visit and watch a class or a practice from the grandstands. Deck access is restricted.
• US Masters registered swimmers may contact the Longhorn Aquatics Masters Head Coach to request a drop-in.
• The Texas Swimming Center is open during general business hours and into the evening; these are building hours, not public swim hours.
• The facility is home to the Texas Swimming and Diving Hall of Fame, located in the north hallway of the second floor.
• Upcoming events listed for 26-27 include: Sam Kendricks Dust Off Your Boots Classic (September 25), TXLA 11 & Over Fall Kick Off (October 2-4), TXLA 10 & Under Fall Kick Off (October 18), TXLA 11 & Over November Unclassified (November 6-8).

Hours listed by the pool (season not confirmed)

Prices

Children under 1 year (Resident)

FREE

Children under 1 year (Non-Resident)

FREE

Child (1-11 years) (Resident)

$2

Child (1-11 years) (Non-Resident)

$4

Junior (12-17 years) (Resident)

$3

Junior (12-17 years) (Non-Resident)

$5

Adult (18-62 years) (Resident)

$5

Adult (18-62 years) (Non-Resident)

$9

Senior (62 years and older) (Resident)

$2

Senior (62 years and older) (Non-Resident)

$5

Veterans (Honorably Discharged) (Resident)

FREE

Veterans (Honorably Discharged) (Non-Resident)

FREE

Season Pass - Child (1-11 years) (Resident)

$65

Season Pass - Child (1-11 years) (Non-Resident)

$95

Season Pass - Junior (12-17 years) (Resident)

$125

Season Pass - Junior (12-17 years) (Non-Resident)

$155

Season Pass - Adult (18-62 years) (Resident)

$190

Season Pass - Adult (18-62 years) (Non-Resident)

$280

Season Pass - Senior (62 years and older) (Resident)

$65

Season Pass - Senior (62 years and older) (Non-Resident)

$95

Season Pass - Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children/juniors) (Resident)

$370

Season Pass - Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children/juniors) (Non-Resident)

$515

Season Pass - Senior (80+) (Resident)

FREE

Season Pass - Veterans (Resident)

FREE

Pass replacement fee

$10

Aquatic Punch Card (contains $40 worth of visits)

$34

Swim for free

• Children under 1 year: FREE
• Veterans (Honorably Discharged): FREE
• Season Pass - Senior (80+): FREE

Swim schedule

Weekends

Recreational/Lap Swim · 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm · All ages

The poolfeetmeters

Recreational Pool

Depth 3 to 12 ft. 50 Meter

Wading Pool

Programs

Swim Team, Lifeguard and water safety training, Youth and adult swim lessons

Features

Recreational pool, Wading Pool, Outdoor, Diving Board, Chair Lift, Picnic Tables, Changing Area, Outdoor Showers

Good to know

• The pool page shows a schedule for August 17 - September 7, 2026 (Weekdays 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recreational/Lap Swim; Weekends 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recreational/Lap Swim; Monday, September 7 Labor Day 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recreational/Lap Swim) and September 8 - September 27, 2026 (Weekdays Closed; Weekends 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recreational/Lap Swim). Today (2026-10-06) falls outside these periods, so the facility_hours reflect the most recent period (September 8 - September 27, 2026).
• The pool page states 'Status: Open', but the Pools and Splash Pads page lists Sheffield Northwest as 'Closed' under Seasonal Pool Facilities; the pool is treated as closed for the season.
• The pool page states 'Northwest Pool is currently charging Summer Fees'.
• The renovation project page states 'A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on April 30. This project is open to the public!' and lists the project timeline as Summer 2022: Community Engagement, Winter 2025: Construction Start, Spring 2026: Construction End.
• The pool page states 'The City of Austin 2018 General Obligation Bond included funding for the renovation of this beloved aquatic facility in Northwest Austin.'

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Prices

Masters Swimming drop-in

$28

Masters Swimming 10 punch pass (valid 6 months from purchase)

$161

Masters Swimming 20 punch pass (valid 6 months from purchase)

$296

Masters Swimming unlimited, monthly

$156/month

Masters Swimming 6 x week, monthly

$140/month

Masters Swimming 3 x week, monthly

$114/month

The poolfeetmeters

Outdoor 50-meter pool

Length 50 meters (Olympic length). Depth 7.5 ft. All-deep 7.5 foot pool. The Masters page assigns swimmers to lanes 1-20.

Programs

Masters Swimming for intermediate to advanced swimmers, Mon-Sat (Mon distance freestyle, Tue stroke/I.M., Wed distance freestyle, Thu stroke/I.M., Fri sprint freestyle, Sat combo), led by Gold Medal Club coaches, Private swim instruction for ages 7 and up, not learn-to-swim classes: $75 per 30-minute session for non-Academy swimmers, $60 for Academy swimmers; two swimmers at once $60 each (non-Academy) or $50 each (Academy); package of four sessions $240 (non-Academy) or $200 (Academy), valid 4 months

Good to know

• This looks like a training academy and swim club rather than a drop-in public pool; the only drop-in price on the pages is for Masters Swimming.
• The Masters schedule and the private lesson availability are linked or shown as images, so no pool hours or workout times are in the text; facility_hours left out.
• Masters pricing is marked 'New Pricing Effective September 1st, 2026'. U.S. Masters Swimming membership ($75 annual fee) is strongly encouraged and required for sanctioned USMS competitions.
• Cancel Masters accounts by notifying at least 15 days before the next billing date.
• The About Us page also mentions a 5,500+ sq foot indoor training facility and an onsite running loop; the pool itself is described as outdoor.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Swim for free

• Free admission

Swim schedule

Daily except Tuesday

Recreational Swim · 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Daily except Tuesday

Recreational Swim · 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Daily except Tuesday

Swim Team · 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Weekdays except Tuesday

Lap Swim · 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Weekdays except Tuesday

Swim Lessons · 10:15 am - 12:25 pm

Weekdays except Tuesday

Recreational/Lap Swim · 11:00 am - 6:30 pm

Weekdays except Tuesday

Swim Lessons · 5:20 pm - 7:20 pm

Weekends

Recreational/Lap Swim · 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Weekdays except Tuesday

Recreational/Lap Swim · 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

The poolfeetmeters

Main pool

Length 25 yards. Depth 4 to 11 ft. 6 lanes.

Wading pool

Depth 0 to 3 ft.

Programs

Swim Team, Swim Lessons

Features

Recreational pool, Wading pool, Outdoor, ADA stairs, Chair lift, Shade structures, Picnic Tables, Lockers or Changing/Shower Area

Good to know

• The pool page shows 'Status: Open' but the seasonal pool list shows 'Closed' and the last day of the season was August 16, 2026; the pool is currently closed for the season.
• The pool is closed on Tuesdays during the season.
• The pool page lists hours for June 1 – August 16, 2026; these are the most recent published hours.
• The pool page states 'Admission Cost: Free'.

Hours listed by the pool (season not confirmed)

Swim schedule

Mon, Wed–Sun

Recreational/Lap Swim · 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm · All

The pool

Montopolis Pool

Renovated community pool with zero depth entry, water slide, shade structures, new family changing rooms and showers, renovated restroom open year-round, new picnic areas, additional seating areas, rain garden and landscaping.

Features

Zero depth entry, Water slide, Pool shade – both shade structure and trees, New family changing rooms and showers, Renovated restroom, open year-round, New picnic areas, Additional seating areas, New rain garden and landscaping

Good to know

• The pool is free to enter (no entry fee).
• The pool was closed for renovation; a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on June 11, and the pool is now open to the public.
• The hours shown are from the June 1, 2026 – June 6, 2026 period; the pool is closed on Tuesdays.
• The page also lists a June 7, 2026 – August 16, 2026 period with different hours (weekdays 8:00 am – 11:00 am Lap Swim/Swim Lessons, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm Recreational/Lap Swim, 5:00 pm – 12:00 pm Swim Lessons; weekends 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Recreational/Lap Swim), but that period does not include today.
• The pool page states 'Status: Open' while the pools directory lists Montopolis as 'Closed'; this may be outdated or inconsistent.