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Originally Posted by Tank
Yeah, I went maybe 2-3 years ago and couldn't remember all the details. there is also some rock climbing around this area. If I remember right there is some sort of ranch next to the reserve that is pretty popular.
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A few words about Hamilton Pool. No, diving is not allowed from the cliff above the pool, in fact as mentioned earlier that area of the park is closed to the public. The best time to go to Hamilton Pool and not encounter swimmers is during the winter months, or even now in November, on a weekday. I have been able to visit the pool several times during the week and have the place virtually all to myself.
Rock climbing is indeed available in the area right next door at Reimer's Ranch. Eugene Reimer opened up his part of the ranch to the public several years ago. For $5.00 a day you can rock climb, mountain bike or hike on the ranch. No reservations are available, you simply look for the sign on Hamilton Pool Road labeled "Reimer's Ranch" and follow the road to a parking area. You can pay family members or you can leave your entrance fee in a "honor" box. You must also sign a liability waiver.
Reimer's Ranch is literally directly over the hill from Hamilton Pool. Incidentally, Reimer's Ranch is also the location of the 50 acre movie set of San Antonio De Bejar and the Alamo of 1836 used for last year's "The Alamo". Anyone interested in reading about the movie set and seeing pictures of it can do so at (shameless plug here):
Remember The Alamo, The Alamo Movie Set That Is!
The set is still standing and is open for group tours, contact info can be found at the bottom of the article linked above. If you want to see the set, now is the time to do so. It is beginning to deteriorate due to exposure and there is a strong possibility that the Reimer family may have to tear down the set after the new year to avoid a hefty "property improvement" tax from the state.