Waterfall Hikes Near Buchanan Lake Village, TX

532 residents
Chicago Time Zone
5 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buchanan Lake Village? There are 5 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buchanan Lake Village. 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 30.8565°N, -98.4378°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buchanan Lake Village

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

5 of 5 gauged

1 of 5 waterfalls near Buchanan Lake Village is flowing strongly today

Chalk Ridge Falls Roaring Gorman Falls Barely Flowing Post Oak Falls Barely Flowing Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing Roos Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 96°F

Tod 95°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 95°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 96°F Sunny
Mon 97°F Sunny
Tue 96°F Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Buchanan Lake Village

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chalk Ridge Falls Roaring · 593 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Gorman Falls Barely Flowing · 439 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Post Oak Falls Barely Flowing · 439 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Roos Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Buchanan Lake Village (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

26.8 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buchanan Lake Village (4 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Post Oak Falls waterfall

Post Oak Falls

34.3 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Gorman Falls waterfall

Gorman Falls

48.6 miles away
Texas
Moderate
3.0 miles 200 ft
Chalk Ridge Falls waterfall

Chalk Ridge Falls

18.5 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 5 Waterfalls Near Buchanan Lake Village

Post Oak Falls waterfall

Post Oak Falls

34.3 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Gorman Falls waterfall

Gorman Falls

48.6 miles away
Texas
Moderate
3.0 miles 200 ft
Pedernales Falls waterfall

Pedernales Falls

26.8 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft
Roos Falls waterfall

Roos Falls

43.3 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chalk Ridge Falls waterfall

Chalk Ridge Falls

18.5 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buchanan Lake Village

Are there free waterfalls near Buchanan Lake Village?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Buchanan Lake Village, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Buchanan Lake Village?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Buchanan Lake Village, including Pedernales Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buchanan Lake Village?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan Lake Village, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan Lake Village?

There are 4 kid-friendly waterfalls near Buchanan Lake Village, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Buchanan Lake Village?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Buchanan Lake Village, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buchanan Lake Village?

The shortest waterfall hike near Buchanan Lake Village is Chalk Ridge Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Buchanan Lake Village?

The tallest waterfall near Buchanan Lake Village is Gorman Falls at 70 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Buchanan Lake Village?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Buchanan Lake Village has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Buchanan Lake Village?

The closest waterfall to Buchanan Lake Village is Post Oak Falls, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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