Waterfall Hikes Near Windcrest, TX

5,825 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Windcrest? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Windcrest. 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 29.5150°N, -98.3818°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Windcrest

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Windcrest 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 12 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 98°F

Tod 95°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 96°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 Best
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Windcrest

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 Windcrest (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.

Skiles Falls

15 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Windcrest

Rust Falls

40.7 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dittmar Falls

8.1 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
Edge Falls waterfall

Edge Falls

31.2 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

Skiles Falls

15 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Windcrest

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Windcrest?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Windcrest?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Windcrest?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Windcrest?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Windcrest?

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

Do any waterfalls near Windcrest require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Windcrest?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Windcrest have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Windcrest?

The closest waterfall to Windcrest is Rust Falls, approximately 18.5 miles away.

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