Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain City, TX

726 residents
Chicago Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain City? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain City. 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 30.0392°N, -97.8915°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Mountain City is flowing strongly today

Barber Falls Strong Dittmar Falls Barely Flowing Edge Falls Barely Flowing Rust Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing Slumber Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 96°F

Tod 93°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 96°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 96°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 98°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mountain City

Updated about 1 hour 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 Dittmar Falls Barely Flowing · 169 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Edge Falls Barely Flowing · 105 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Rust Falls Barely Flowing · 105 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain City (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 7 Waterfalls Near Mountain City

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

Rust Falls

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

Pedernales Falls

19.2 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft
Edge Falls waterfall

Edge Falls

31.2 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain City?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain City?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain City?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain City?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain City?

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

Do any waterfalls near Mountain City require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain City?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Mountain City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain City?

The closest waterfall to Mountain City is Barber Falls, approximately 1.9 miles away.

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