Waterfall Hikes Near Gainesville, TX

17,459 residents
Chicago Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gainesville? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gainesville. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 33.6390°N, -97.1487°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Gainesville have live flow data today

Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Classen Falls Moderate Henry House Falls Moderate Hickory Falls Moderate Lick Creek Falls Moderate Price Falls Moderate Turner Falls Moderate Cedar Falls Low Panther Falls Moderate Travertine Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 99°F

Aft 96°F Sunny
Sat 99°F Sunny Best
Sun 100°F Sunny
Lab 100°F Sunny
Tue 100°F Sunny
Wed 99°F Sunny
Thu 99°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Gainesville

Updated about 3 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Bridal Veil Falls Strong · 1 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Classen Falls Strong · 1 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Henry House Falls Strong · 1 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Hickory Falls Strong · 1 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Lick Creek Falls Strong · 1 cfs 78th percentile
  6. 6 Price Falls Strong · 1 cfs 78th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gainesville (2 waterfalls)

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.

Turner Falls waterfall

Turner Falls

31.1 miles away
Oklahoma
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gainesville (9 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

39.6 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Henry House Falls

31.2 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

31.1 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lick Creek Falls

29.1 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

39.6 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Henry House Falls

31.2 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Turner Falls waterfall

Turner Falls

31.1 miles away
Oklahoma
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

31.1 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Price Falls

32.8 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lick Creek Falls

29.1 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Classen Falls waterfall

Classen Falls

28.9 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Hickory Falls

28.3 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Travertine Falls waterfall

Travertine Falls

34.8 miles away
Oklahoma
Easy
0.4 miles 80 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

40.3 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gainesville

Are there free waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 4 free waterfalls near Gainesville, including Cedar Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gainesville?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Gainesville, including Travertine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gainesville?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gainesville, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Gainesville?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Gainesville, including Henry House Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gainesville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gainesville is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gainesville?

The tallest waterfall near Gainesville is Turner Falls at 77 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gainesville?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Gainesville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gainesville?

The closest waterfall to Gainesville is Cedar Falls, approximately 38.1 miles away.

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