Waterfall Hikes Near West Lake Hills, TX

3,360 residents
Chicago Time Zone
8 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Lake Hills? There are 8 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Lake Hills. 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 30.2920°N, -97.8083°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Lake Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

8 of 8 gauged

1 of 8 waterfalls near West Lake Hills is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 97°F

Tod 96°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 97°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 97°F Sunny
Mon 98°F Sunny
Tue 97°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 97°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 97°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near West Lake Hills

Updated about 1 hour 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 Slumber Falls Low · 56 cfs 24th percentile
  3. 3 Barber Falls Low · 3 cfs 23rd percentile
  4. 4 Dittmar Falls Low · 171 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Pedernales Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Edge Falls Barely Flowing · 100 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Lake Hills (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

All 8 Waterfalls Near West Lake Hills

Barber Falls

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

Pedernales Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Slumber Falls

9.1 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dittmar Falls

7.3 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rust Falls

7.2 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
Edge Falls waterfall

Edge Falls

32 miles away
Texas
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Lake Hills

Are there free waterfalls near West Lake Hills?

There is 1 free waterfall near West Lake Hills, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Lake Hills?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near West Lake Hills, including Pedernales Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Lake Hills?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Lake Hills, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Lake Hills?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Lake Hills, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Lake Hills?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near West Lake Hills, including Chalk Ridge Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Lake Hills?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Lake Hills is Barber Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

Do any waterfalls near West Lake Hills require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Lake Hills?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near West Lake Hills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Lake Hills?

The closest waterfall to West Lake Hills is Barber Falls, approximately 14 miles away.

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