Waterfall Hikes Near New Braunfels, TX
within 50 miles
The Guadalupe River does most of the waterfall work around New Braunfels. Slumber Falls is a river ledge upstream of town, a summer stop where swimming is allowed. Pedernales Falls State Park, off to the northwest, has the one developed trail in the set, 1.8 easy miles with about 100 feet of gain and dogs permitted. The other entries, Edge Falls near Kendalia among them, are Hill Country creek drops that run hardest after spring rain. Eight falls land in the radius.
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Updated about 2 hours agoRanked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.
- 1 Barber Falls Strong · 0 cfs 81st percentile
- 2 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 154 cfs 66th percentile
- 3 Skiles Falls Moderate · 171 cfs 26th percentile
- 4 Dittmar Falls Barely Flowing · 169 cfs 3rd percentile
- 5 Edge Falls Barely Flowing · 105 cfs 1st percentile
- 6 Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 1st percentile
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Braunfels (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Braunfels
Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Braunfels?
There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near New Braunfels, including Pedernales Falls.
Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Braunfels?
There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near New Braunfels, including Pedernales Falls.
Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Braunfels?
There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Braunfels, including Pedernales Falls.
Can you swim in any waterfalls near New Braunfels?
There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near New Braunfels, including Slumber Falls.
What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Braunfels?
The shortest waterfall hike near New Braunfels is Barber Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.
Do any waterfalls near New Braunfels require permits?
Yes, 2 waterfalls near New Braunfels require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.
Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Braunfels?
Yes, 6 waterfalls near New Braunfels have nearby campgrounds.
What is the closest waterfall to New Braunfels?
The closest waterfall to New Braunfels is Slumber Falls, approximately 3.8 miles away.
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