Edge Falls waterfall
Nearby gauge (Guadalupe Rv) · 85 ft³/s · About average

Edge Falls

Texas

By Armen Suny · Last verified Oct 2026

LiDAR & 3D terrain
Photo Credits (5)
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U.S. Geological Survey Public Domain · USGS
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Steven Polunsky CC BY 2.0 · Flickr
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Big Grey Mare CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 · Flickr

About Edge Falls

Frequently Asked Questions

🐶 Are Dogs Allowed at Edge Falls?

❌ Dogs are not allowed

Are There Any Fees or Permits Required?

🆖 No fees required
Permit required
Access to Edge Falls is on private property and requires prior permission from the property owner.

🏊 Is There Swimming at Edge Falls?

❌ Swimming is not allowed

When to Visit

spring summer fall

Spring and early summer are typically the best times to visit, as water flow is often higher during these seasons. However, access is dependent on property owner permissions.

Seasonal Access

The best time to visit is Spring, Summer, and Fall. Winter access may be limited.

Safety Information

Visitors should exercise caution near water and uneven terrain. Be aware of potential hazards such as slippery rocks, wildlife, and limited cell service. Always respect private property boundaries.

Current Water Conditions

Updated about 2 hours ago Moderate

These readings come from the USGS gauge on Guadalupe Rv, 8.2 miles away, not on Edge Falls's own stream. Use them as a sign of whether the area is running wet or dry.

85 ft³/s

Current discharge — how much water is flowing

About average for this time of year

Based on 104 years of record

2.33 ft

Water depth at gauge

7-Day Discharge Trend

What does this mean for your visit?

Flow is about average for this time of year.

About This Gauge

This gauge is on a nearby waterway and may not reflect exact conditions at the falls.

USGS 08167500
8.2 miles from waterfall
Drainage: 1,315 sq mi
Altitude: 948 ft

7-Day Flow Outlook

Based on the USGS gauge Guadalupe Rv nr Spring Branch, TX (13 km away).

Moderate confidence
Moderate right now
85 cfs
→ Holding steady
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Today

Moderate

85 cfs

8/10

Tomorrow

Moderate

94 cfs

8/10

Sat

Moderate

94 cfs

8/10

Sun

Moderate

93 cfs

6/10

Mon

Moderate

95 cfs

8/10

Tue

Moderate

104 cfs

5/10

Wed

Moderate

97 cfs

8/10

Best window: Today — moderate flow, sunny (trip score 8/10).

Best time of year: this gauge typically runs highest from mid April to mid June, peaking in May.

How we calculate this

This is a transparent outlook, not a precise forecast. We take the waterfall's current flow strength (how it ranks against its historical normal for today, from the nearest USGS stream gauge), carry that ranking forward along the gauge's seasonal curve, and nudge it for forecast rain. Confidence is highest for the next day or two and falls further out. Always check official conditions and your own judgment before visiting — high flows can be dangerous.

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Spring Branch hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Weather Forecast

The Terrain, Seen by LiDAR

Aircraft-mounted lasers measured this ground to within inches. Trees and buildings are digitally stripped away, leaving the bare shape of the land the water has carved.

Through the falls the surface drops roughly 66 feet over a short, steep run of tiers. Elevation at the pin is about 1,094 feet.

The ground changes about 50 feet in the 500 feet above the falls and 17 feet in the 500 feet below. Facing southeast, the falls sit in full sun for most of the day, best photographed early or late.

Aerial photo of the same ground around Edge Falls near Spring Branch, Texas, for comparison with the lidar view LiDAR bare-earth terrain around Edge Falls near Spring Branch, Texas, showing about 66 feet of drop, a steep tiered drop, facing southeast
Aerial LiDAR bare earth

Drag to compare. The dot marks the waterfall. The frame is about a mile across.

Ground elevation
1,094 feet
Measured by 1-meter lidar
Drop at the falls
About 66 feet
Change in ground height within ~250 feet of the falls
Faces
Southeast
Sunlit most of the day. Go early or late for softer light.
Ground profile through the falls

A slice through the lidar ground surface, from above the falls to downstream (heading southeast).

Elevation data: USGS 3D Elevation Program. Aerial imagery: USGS The National Map. Public domain.

Location & Access

Elevation

1,125 feet above sea level

Coordinates

29.913827° N, -98.506410° W

Where to Stay

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Nearby Campground

CRANES MILL PARK

12.9 miles away · 64 sites

Reservable

Overview Cranes Mill Park is located on a long peninsula on the southwestern shore of Canyon Lake in Texas Hill Country, halfway between Austin and San Antonio. Dramatic sunrises to the east of the park across Canyon Lake and sunsets on the western side of the park behind the Guadalupe River make this an unforgettable location.Recreation Cranes Mill Park offers a ramp for boating and two fishing piers. The Canyon Lake area has many options for recreation including: helicopter tours, boating, kaya

Book on Recreation.gov

Additional Information

Nearby Attractions

Guadalupe River State Park, a short drive south near Spring Branch, has public river access and hiking trails.

Wildlife

The area may feature typical Texas Hill Country wildlife, such as deer, birds, and small mammals.

Nearby Waterfalls

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