Sandy Creek Park (Travis County)

Texas (Austin) · Travis County Park · River · Open to all

GrillingPropane & charcoalGrills provided on site

On the waterSwimming · Fishing · Boat launch

AccessOpen to allOpen to all; $5/person, $3 senior, free 12 & under…

About this place

Lake Travis park with boat ramp, BBQ grills and picnic tables. Grilling allowed in provided grills (ground fires prohibited); all fires including grills prohibited during a Travis County burn ban. No potable water currently; camping suspended until late 2026 for nearby construction. Glass banned countywide.

Good to know

SwimmingOK

FishingOK

AlcoholNo Public display of consumption of alcohol is prohibited

DogsLeash Off-leash pets are prohibited

Seasonal bans possible in dry, high-wind spells. Check Texas A&M Forest Service's current status ↗

Hours

6:36 AM–8:00 PMsunrise to 8pm

Fees

Free per personDay Use for Children (12 years and younger)
Free per personDay Use for Disabled Veteran (50%+ disabled)
Free per personDisabled Veteran Pass for Day Use
$3 per personDay Use for Seniors (62 years and older)
$5 per personDay Use
$80 per personLifetime Day Use for Seniors (62 years and older)
$80 per personAnnual Day Use Permit for Travis County Residents
$20 per dayWeekday Rental (Temporary Concession Permit)
$40 per dayWeekend/Holiday Rental (Temporary Concession Permit)
$100 per eventLiability Release required (Special Event, non-refundable)
$150 per eventLicense Agreement Required (Special Event, non-refundable)
$7 per trailer per dayTrailer Parking Fee (No Charge to Seniors or Disabled Veterans)

+1 more — see official page

What's here

Provided grills

Picnic tables

Restrooms

Parking

Boat launch

Location

Sandy Creek Park (Travis County)

RegionTexas (Austin)

Coordinates30.4699° N, 97.9055° W

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Common questions

Can you grill at Sandy Creek Park (Travis County)?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Sandy Creek Park (Travis County). Grills are already provided on site. None for provided grills. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

None for provided grills.

Is there a fee at Sandy Creek Park (Travis County)?

Yes — fees apply. For example, Free per person · Day Use for Children (12 years and younger). See the official page for the full schedule.

Can you swim at Sandy Creek Park (Travis County)?

allowed.

Are dogs allowed?

Off-leash pets are prohibited.

What are the hours at Sandy Creek Park (Travis County)?

6:36 AM–8:00 PM · sunrise to 8pm.