As the weather heats up, we all start looking for Cedar Park Pools and Splash Pads to cool off in the Texas summer heat. One of the best things about living in Central Texas is the availability of nearly year round water activities. Whether you want to cool off at a splash pad, take a dip in a pool or enjoy some of the many Texas natural swimming spots, there is no shortage of water related activities in and around Cedar Park and the Austin Metro.
The City of Cedar Park offers three public pools and two splash pads for residents to enjoy. All three pools are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Check the City’s Parks & Recreation Website for details.
Veteran’s Memorial Pool
2525 W. New Hope Drive in Cedar Park
Veteran Memorial Pool is open during normal operating hours from Memorial Day to Labor Day. This is the largest City pool facility with 8,300 square feet outdoor aquatic facility There is a large zero-depth “beach” area for the little ones and a water playscape with a huge dump bucket! A mid-depth area for older children with an obstacle course is always a hit to get out that summer energy. There is also large dive platform and drop slide for the thrill seekers. A little something for every age and ability here. Check website for Day Pass Rates. Private Pool and Shade Rentals are avaialble. Contact Parks & Rec to reserve. Available for Private Rental (only): Friday and Saturday evenings: 7:15-9:15 pm and Sunday evenings: 6:15-8:15 pm. Shade Rentals are also available during pool hours.
Elizabeth Milburn Pool
1901 Sun Chase Boulevard in Cedar Park
Located in a 43 acre City Park in the Cypress Creek area of Cedar Park, this facility offers a lap pool, swimming pool with a water slide and a walk-in beach with a mini water playscape for the little ones. Open year round and heated for swim teams and hosting swim meets. General public use is Memorial Day to Labor Day. Check website for day pass rates and reservations. There are shade covered areas and restrooms.
Buttercup Creek Pool
411 Twin Oaks Trail.
Originally part of the Buttercup Creek master planned community started in the 80’s, this pool was taken over by the City of Cedar Park and now serves the entire community. This pool is more adult focused with lap lanes. Closed on Mondays for maintenance. Check website for day pass rates and reservations.
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SPLASH PADS
Brushy Creek Lake Park Splash Pad
3300 Brushy Creek Road
Recently refurbished, this beautiful new facility is sure to please the little ones. Shade covered areas and a restroom. There is also a huge playscape next to the splash pad for even more outdoor fun. The lakeside park also features covered picnic pavilions, walking trails and a fishing doc so you can make a whole day of your visit.
The Quarry Splash Pad
3005 County Road 175 in Leander
This very nice splash pad is just over the border of Cedar Park, off 1431 and Sam Bass. The Quarry Splash Pad is located in the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day with reasonable rates. Check website for ticketing information and hours of operation. Also, in the park is the Cedar Rock Railroad, a fun kiddie train ride that meanders through the park, similar to the famed Zilker Zephyr that has recently made a comeback in Austin, now renamed the Zilker Eagle. Food is permitted in the park, but no glass is allowed.
Splash Shack
1801 Clover Lane in Cedar Park
Privately owned, indoor splash pad for year round fun! The first of its kind in the area with a 10,000 square foot building that houses an 8,000 square foot 30-foot-tall interactive water play structure. It is ALWAYS summer at Splash Shack at a toasty/cozy 82° for year-round entertainment. No sunscreen required! Check website for ticketing info and hours of operation.
The area’s newest indoor waterpark is at the Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in Round Rock. It’s the largest indoor water park in America! Make a staycation out of it and stay at the resort to enjoy dining and an Arcade with over 250 games. There is also an escape room and bowling with more fun to come as the resort expands. Their other resorts are located in the Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania, Sandusky, Ohio and Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin.
Located on the shores of Lake Travis in nearby Volente is Beachside Billy’s, with 4 acres of Lake Travis waterfront, this Volente Beach Resort & Waterpark is a boutique waterpark with 4 slide attractions, a private beach & swim area, 2 pools, a pool & beachside bar, indoor and outdoor dining, bungalows for overnight stays plus so much more. Spend a few hours or spend an entire weekend with us.
The newest attraction to Lake Travis is a unique floating waterpark called Waterloo Adventures. Test your agility on large inflatables turned obstacle course as you bounce and jump your way through the challenges. Must be 7 Years old and 45” tall to enter. With a $63 daily admission you get unlimited lakefront park access to 4 stand-alone water obstacles, beach amenities, recreations, and your 45 minute session time on the 600 foot Pulse Pounding Obstacle Course Track. Also included is access to resort-style chaise loungers and umbrellas, floating picnic tables, saddle floats, hammocks, drink coolers, lockers, and beach games are included with admission.
Just a short drive to Pflugerville, you can enjoy an entire day of fun at Typhoon Texas Waterpark. They offer day passes and season passes as well as special events, live music, movies and more. They also have concessions available.
Rock’n River Water Park
3300 E Palm Valley Blvd in Round Rock
This City of Round Rock facility has a huge lazy river and wave pool. Check website for hours and ticketing info.
If you are looking for natural bodies of water to enjoy, there are many swimming holes in the area that Austinites have been going to cool off for years. Barton Springs Pool at Zilker Park is open year round. With water temperatures at a steady 68-70 degrees, it’s certainly refreshing in the hot summer months. The pool itself measures three acres in size, and is fed from underground springs. Deep Eddy Pool is another Austin cool spot. The man made freshwater swimming pool is emptied and refilled each day with fresh spring water on alternating sides of the pool, so there is one new pool to jump into each day.
If you like being on the water without getting wet, head to downtown Austin and rent a Swan Boat to paddle around Lady Bird Lake. You can also take a Bat Cruise with Capital Cruises or rent Paddle Board and Kayaks. There are also several boat rental places on Lake Travis and Lake Austin to enjoy a day on the lake without the hassles of boat ownership.
Bob Wentz Park on Lake Travis, just minutes from Cedar Park, is the perfect place for swimming, windsurfing, sailing, and scuba diving. There is a per car admission of $10. With a rocky beach and shady picnic pavilions, it’s a great way to spend a few hours and enjoy the beautiful view.
Emma Long Metropolitan Park is another great place to beat the Texas heat. Just minutes from Cedar Park off 2222 and City Park Rd, take the scenic drive to the end of the road where you will reach this scenic, well maintained Austin Park. Weekday admission is only $5 per car and there are picnic tables, restrooms and a playground onsite. Camping is also permitted with advanced reservations.
Another must do Austin attraction and popular swimming hole is the Hamilton Pool Preserve, located about 32 miles from Cedar Park at 24300 Hamilton Pool Road in Dripping Springs, TX. Reservations are required during warmer months. Call (512) 264-2740 for park info. Krause Springs is another beautiful natural spring swimming hole located in Spicewood, TX about 37 miles away. Visit www.krausesprings.net for admission info and directions.
Visit downtown Austin and enjoy the Liz Carpenter splash pad at Butler Park with a great view of downtown. Make a day of it with a picnic lunch and ride around the hike and bike trail around Town Lake.
Experience an aquatic adventure at Rock n River Water Park in Round Rock. This vibrant park offers thrilling water slides, lazy rivers, and interactive splash pads for all ages. Brave the exhilarating slides, twist and turn through thrilling twists, and plunge into crystal-clear pools for an unforgettable adrenaline rush. Little ones can enjoy interactive splash pads and shallow pools, creating lifelong summer memories.
You also shouldn’t miss out on Lakewood Park and enjoy Splash Park and Kayak Launch. Lakewood Lake and the kayak launch are open to non-motorized boats during park hours, which are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. PaddleEZ rents out two-person kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, life jackets, and oars. Kayaks and paddle boards are available for rent at an hourly fee of $18.00.
Get out and have a splashing good time at all of these fantastic swimming spots in and around Cedar Park.
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