Krause Springs
Sourced below, last checked November 4, 2026. Confirm with Krause Springs directly at (401) 236-7554 before you go.
Krause Springs is privately owned, not a state or city park. Day visitors pay cash at the gate: $11 for ages 12 and up, $6 for ages 4 to 11, free under 4. It has a spring-fed manmade pool and a natural pool below, and it is roughly 30 miles west of Austin.
| Ownership | Private family property, open to the public for a fee; founded 1955, about 115 acres, listed on the National Register [3] |
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| Season | Usually closed in winter, about Nov 1 to Feb 15 [2] |
| Day pass | $11 age 12+, $6 ages 4 to 11, under 4 free [1] |
| Camping | $17 adult, $10 child per night; RV $17 [1] |
| Hours | 9 am to 8 pm, no entry after 8 pm [1] |
| Payment | Bring cash [2] |
| Pets | Not allowed; service animals need management approval [1] |
| Water | 32 springs; water near 68°F; upper pool cleaned Thursdays at 5 pm [2] |
| Floats | Up to 5 ft long [2] |
| Banned | Glass (taken at the gate), drones, generators, open carry; smoking only in the lot and at campsites [1] |
| Getting home | Rideshare drivers do not pick up there, so arrange your own ride [2] |
| Lifeguard | Lifeguard coverage: not confirmed, check with Krause Springs directly at (401) 236-7554. |
| Address | 424 County Road 404, Spicewood, TX 78669 [3] |
What to expect
Unlike the county and state sites nearby, Krause is run by a family and sets its own rules. Parking is free, but you need cash for the gate, and a strict no-glass policy is enforced by searching coolers. Campers can stay overnight, and the price table also lists RV spots.
The springs feed two areas: a built pool near the top and a natural pool downstream. Staff clean the upper pool weekly on Thursday evening, so it may be drained or roped off then.
Because ride apps will not collect you at the end of the day. For public options in the same drive radius see Austin and the Devil's Waterhole page.
Common questions
Is Krause Springs open in November?
Usually not. The owners describe a winter closure from about November 1 to February 15; call to confirm reopening.
How much is Krause Springs?
Day entry is $11 for ages 12 and older and $6 for ages 4 to 11. Children under 4 are free. Bring cash.
Are dogs allowed at Krause Springs?
No pets. Service animals require approval from management.
Sources
- Krause Springs: Pricing and policies. Last checked November 4, 2026.
- Krause Springs: Frequently asked questions. Last checked November 4, 2026.
- Krause Springs: Home and about. Last checked November 4, 2026.