Blue Hole Park

 A family takes a walk across the dam over the San Gabriel River on the northern section of  San Gabriel Park  on Saturday, January 3, 2026.   Photo by Andy Sharp

A family takes a walk across the dam over the San Gabriel River on the northern section of San Gabriel Park on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Photo by Andy Sharp

Georgetown says to avoid water at Blue Hole, San Gabriel parks after line failure sends wastewater into river

On January 5 at 10 a.m., City of Georgetown Water Utility crews discovered a major wastewater line failure at the Wolf Ranch lift station. The 42-inch wastewater line is located in the south fork of the San Gabriel River, about a quarter mile west of I-35 and behind the Wolf Ranch shopping center.
The final design concept for the Blue Hole Park Master Plan preserves the cemetery, creates more picnic spaces and improves parking availability. (Rendering courtesy of Halff)

The final design concept for the Blue Hole Park Master Plan preserves the cemetery, creates more picnic spaces and improves parking availability. (Rendering courtesy of Halff)

Latest plan shows $10 million in Blue Hole Park renovations

The final draft of the Blue Hole Master Plan shows updated emergency vehicle access, terraced lawns and more restroom facilities are on the way as part of the park’s redesign. The project’s estimated cost stands at $10.15 million.
An overhead view of Blue Hole Park’s south shore shows a proposed roundabout and picnic tables along the San Gabriel River. Tables can also be seen on the north shore, which is connected by a low water crossing.

An overhead view of Blue Hole Park’s south shore shows a proposed roundabout and picnic tables along the San Gabriel River. Tables can also be seen on the north shore, which is connected by a low water crossing.

Concept plan for Blue Hole Park shows more parking, picnic tables and paved trails

Georgetown City Council reviewed the latest concept plan for Blue Hole Park last week, with one more opportunity for public feedback scheduled in July.

Take advantage of Georgetown water features

As summer approaches, a weekend well spent can include time at Georgetown’s pools, splash pads or natural watering holes.Places like Lake Georgetown and Blue Hole park, although fun, have rules that residents and visitors should familiarize themselves with before venturing out.
The first Blue Hole Park renovation concept moves the walking path around the cemetery and turns concrete areas into terraced lawns for residents to lay out or have picnics. (Courtesy Halff Associates)

The first Blue Hole Park renovation concept moves the walking path around the cemetery and turns concrete areas into terraced lawns for residents to lay out or have picnics. (Courtesy Halff Associates)

Council sees first iterations of Blue Hole Park plan

Blue Hole Park will see updates to its facilities, features and general layout in the near future.
Georgetown is considering three different configurations for San Gabriel Park’s sports fields. This configuration would have the soccer fields closer to the skate park and existing parking. (Maps courtesy City of Georgetown

Georgetown is considering three different configurations for San Gabriel Park’s sports fields. This configuration would have the soccer fields closer to the skate park and existing parking. (Maps courtesy City of Georgetown

Feedback sought for Blue Hole, San Gabriel parks

Changes are coming to two of Georgetown’s most popular parks, and residents had an opportunity to learn about plans during two open houses December 11 and 12.
Luis Guillermo Ovalles cools off at Blue Hole Park after completing a  24-mile bicycle ride July 26, 2023.  Sun archive photo

Luis Guillermo Ovalles cools off at Blue Hole Park after completing a 24-mile bicycle ride July 26, 2023. Sun archive photo

Blue Hole Park improvements may not make November bond package

As Georgetown City Council continues to look at projects to include in a possible $136 million November bond election, council members discussed removing Blue Hole Park improvements from a package in favor of using Certificate of Obligation to fund the work.