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Checked Sep 28, 2026
Checked Sep 28, 2026
Natural swimming · Zilker Park
Barton Springs Pool
A three-acre, spring-fed pool inside Zilker Park that averages 68–70°F year-round, which makes it one of the few places in Texas to swim outdoors in winter.
- Address
- 2201 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746
- Hours
- Generally 5am–10pm daily; closed Thursdays 9am–7pm for cleaning. Check the City page before you go.
- Price
- 2026 swim-season admission $5 adult resident / $9 non-resident. Several guides report the gate is free from November until spring break — confirm with the City.
- Website
- austintexas.gov/department/barton-springs-pool
Best for
- Cold-water swimming without a membership
- Year-round outdoor swimming
Know before you go
- No reservations needed, but weekend mornings fill up.
- During construction, entry and kiosk purchases are at the Zilker Cafe building, per the City.
In our guides
How we checked this
Details last checked Sep 28, 2026 against: www.austintexas.gov/department/barton-springs-pool, austintexasthings.com/article/inside-barton-springs-pools-2026-reopening-new-admission-fees-local-swim-secrets-how-to-beat-the-crowds. Our editors have not yet visited in person; we'll say so here when we have. Prices and hours change — confirm before you go. Own or run this business? Send a correction or claim it.