Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain City, TX

726 residents
Chicago Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mountain City? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mountain City. 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 30.0392°N, -97.8915°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Mountain City have live flow data today

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

Updated 43 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 100°F

Sun 95°F Sunny
Mon 96°F Sunny
Tue 98°F Sunny
Wed 98°F Sunny
Thu 100°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 100°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 99°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mountain City

Updated 43 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 149 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Dittmar Falls Moderate · 226 cfs 27th percentile
  3. 3 Slumber Falls Low · 54 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Edge Falls Barely Flowing · 811 cfs 2nd percentile
  5. 5 Rust Falls Barely Flowing · 811 cfs 2nd percentile
  6. 6 Barber Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mountain City (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

19.3 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Barber Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Slumber Falls

29.1 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dittmar Falls

31 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rust Falls

26.2 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pedernales Falls waterfall

Pedernales Falls

19.3 miles away
Texas
Easy
1.8 miles 100 ft
Edge Falls waterfall

Edge Falls

37 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mountain City

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mountain City?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Mountain City, including Pedernales Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mountain City?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mountain City?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Mountain City?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mountain City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mountain City is Barber Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near Mountain City require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mountain City?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Mountain City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mountain City?

The closest waterfall to Mountain City is Barber Falls, approximately 1.9 miles away.

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