Waterfall Hikes Near Staples, TX

273 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Staples? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Staples. 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 29.7664°N, -97.8279°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Staples

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Staples 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 Skiles Falls Moderate Slumber Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 13 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Tod 95°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 97°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Lab 98°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 97°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Staples

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 Skiles Falls Moderate · 212 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Dittmar Falls Barely Flowing · 169 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing · 151 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 Staples (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.

All 8 Waterfalls Near Staples

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

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

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
Pedernales Falls waterfall

Pedernales Falls

19.2 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft

Skiles Falls

15 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Staples

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Staples?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Staples, including Pedernales Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Staples?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Staples?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Staples?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Staples?

The shortest waterfall hike near Staples is Barber Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Staples require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Staples?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Staples have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Staples?

The closest waterfall to Staples is Slumber Falls, approximately 13.7 miles away.

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