Waterfall Hikes Near Lakeway, TX

18,835 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lakeway? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lakeway. 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 30.3544°N, -97.9864°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lakeway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

8 waterfalls near Lakeway have live flow data today

Barber Falls Moderate Dittmar Falls Moderate Edge Falls Barely Flowing Rust Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing Roos Falls Moderate Slumber Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 97°F

Aft 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 97°F Sunny Best
Sun 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 98°F Sunny
Tue 99°F Sunny
Wed 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 97°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lakeway

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Barber Falls Strong · 0 cfs 81st percentile
  2. 2 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 154 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Roos Falls Moderate · 11 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Dittmar Falls Barely Flowing · 169 cfs 3rd percentile
  5. 5 Edge Falls Barely Flowing · 105 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lakeway (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.

Pedernales Falls waterfall

Pedernales Falls

19.2 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Lakeway

Pedernales Falls waterfall

Pedernales Falls

19.2 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft

Barber Falls

11 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

6.7 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slumber Falls waterfall

Slumber Falls

37.2 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dittmar Falls

8.1 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roos Falls waterfall

Roos Falls

40 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rust Falls

40.7 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Edge Falls waterfall

Edge Falls

31.2 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lakeway

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lakeway?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Lakeway, including Pedernales Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lakeway?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Lakeway, including Pedernales Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakeway?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakeway, including Pedernales Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lakeway?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lakeway, including Slumber Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lakeway?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lakeway is Barber Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Lakeway require permits?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Lakeway require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lakeway?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Lakeway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lakeway?

The closest waterfall to Lakeway is Pedernales Falls, approximately 12.1 miles away.

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