Waterfall Hikes Near Live Oak, TX

15,726 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Live Oak? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Live Oak. 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 29.5545°N, -98.3404°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Live Oak

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near Live Oak is flowing strongly today

Barber Falls Barely Flowing Dittmar Falls Moderate Edge Falls Barely Flowing Rust Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Strong Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing Skiles Falls Low Slumber Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 99°F

Aft 99°F Sunny
Sun 99°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 99°F Sunny
Wed 100°F Sunny
Thu 101°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 101°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Live Oak

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Strong · 307 cfs 85th percentile
  2. 2 Slumber Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 36th percentile
  3. 3 Dittmar Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 25th percentile
  4. 4 Skiles Falls Low · 125 cfs 11th percentile
  5. 5 Barber Falls Barely Flowing · 0 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Edge Falls Barely Flowing · 274 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Live Oak (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

29.1 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft

All 8 Waterfalls Near Live Oak

Dittmar Falls

44.8 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rust Falls

46.5 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slumber Falls waterfall

Slumber Falls

8.1 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

39.7 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Edge Falls waterfall

Edge Falls

24.2 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Skiles Falls

29.1 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.0 miles 50 ft
Pedernales Falls waterfall

Pedernales Falls

23.2 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft

Barber Falls

16.8 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Live Oak

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Live Oak?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Live Oak?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Live Oak?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Live Oak?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Live Oak?

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

Do any waterfalls near Live Oak require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Live Oak?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Live Oak have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Live Oak?

The closest waterfall to Live Oak is Dittmar Falls, approximately 16.5 miles away.

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