Waterfall Hikes Near San Antonio, TX

2,058,444 residents

Chicago Time Zone

6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

North of San Antonio the Hill Country starts fast, and that is where all six listed falls hide. Edge Falls drops over limestone on Curry Creek near Kendalia. Slumber Falls, up the Guadalupe past New Braunfels, is the swimming stop. Rust, Dittmar, Horseshoe, and Skiles carry thin records and run best in the weeks after spring storms. Figure on creek walks and river afternoons, most within an easy morning's reach of the north side.

Located at 29.4632°N, -98.5238°W

Map of Waterfalls Near San Antonio

Pins are within 50 miles; hollow circles are day trips 50–100 miles out.

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near San Antonio are flowing strongly today

Dittmar Falls Strong Edge Falls Moderate Rust Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Skiles Falls Moderate Slumber Falls Strong

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 96°F

Aft 97°F Partly Sunny

Mon 96°F Mostly Sunny Best

Tue 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Wed 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near San Antonio (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.

LiDAR

Skiles Falls

44.9 miles away

Texas

Easy

1.0 miles 50 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near San Antonio

Edge Falls

22.8 miles away

Texas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

LiDAR

Rust Falls

27.1 miles away

Texas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

LiDAR

Dittmar Falls

28.7 miles away

Texas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Slumber Falls

30.6 miles away

Texas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Horseshoe Falls

33.9 miles away

Texas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

LiDAR

Skiles Falls

44.9 miles away

Texas

Easy

1.0 miles 50 ft

🧭 Day Trips From San Antonio (6 waterfalls, 50–100 miles away)

Everything listed above is within 50 miles of San Antonio. Make a day of it and 6 more are within 100 miles. The closest is Pedernales Falls, about 54 miles away, and the tallest is Gorman Falls at 70 ft.

Distances are approximate, measured from the center of San Antonio; the drive is usually longer.

Pedernales Falls

54.2 miles away

Texas

Easy

1.8 miles 100 ft

LiDAR

Barber Falls

56.8 miles away

Texas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Roos Falls

57.6 miles away

Texas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Post Oak Falls

78.1 miles away

Texas

Moderate

2.5 miles 200 ft

The Falls

79.3 miles away

Texas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Gorman Falls

79.7 miles away

Texas

Moderate

3.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near San Antonio

Are there easy waterfall hikes near San Antonio?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near San Antonio, including Skiles Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near San Antonio?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near San Antonio, including Slumber Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near San Antonio?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near San Antonio?

The shortest waterfall hike near San Antonio is Skiles Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near San Antonio require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around San Antonio?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near San Antonio have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to San Antonio?

The closest waterfall to San Antonio is Edge Falls, approximately 22.8 miles away.

What waterfalls are within a day trip of San Antonio?

Beyond the 6 waterfalls within 50 miles, 6 more are between 50 and 100 miles from San Antonio. The closest of those is Pedernales Falls, approximately 54.2 miles away.