Waterfall Hikes Near Fredericksburg, TX
within 50 miles
Pedernales Falls carries the waterfall load for Fredericksburg, east past Johnson City, where the river slides down a long staircase of tilted limestone. The trail runs just under two miles round trip and climbs about a hundred feet, easy grade the whole way. Kids manage it fine, and dogs are allowed too. The other five listings, Edge Falls, Rust Falls, and Horseshoe Falls among them, are rain-fed Hill Country creek drops with thin records, up after a storm and gone quiet by late summer. Six falls make the page.
Map of Waterfalls Near Fredericksburg
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1 of 6 waterfalls near Fredericksburg is flowing strongly today
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Best Day to Hike
Saturday
Mostly Sunny · 93°F
Flowing best right now near Fredericksburg
Updated about 1 hour agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 174 cfs 100th percentile
- 2 The Falls Barely Flowing · 1 cfs 7th percentile
- 3 Roos Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 4th percentile
- 4 Edge Falls Barely Flowing · 105 cfs 1st percentile
- 5 Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 1st percentile
- 6 Rust Falls Barely Flowing · 105 cfs 1st percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fredericksburg (1 waterfall)
Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fredericksburg
Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fredericksburg?
There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Fredericksburg, including Pedernales Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fredericksburg?
There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Fredericksburg, including Pedernales Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fredericksburg?
There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Fredericksburg, including Pedernales Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fredericksburg?
The shortest waterfall hike near Fredericksburg is Edge Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.
Do any waterfalls near Fredericksburg require permits?
Yes, 1 waterfall near Fredericksburg requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fredericksburg?
Yes, 3 waterfalls near Fredericksburg have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to Fredericksburg?
The closest waterfall to Fredericksburg is Roos Falls, approximately 3.9 miles away.
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