Pedernales Falls State Park – Pedernales Falls Overlook loop from Headquarters Overlook

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Pedernales Falls State Park – Pedernales Falls Overlook loop from Headquarters Overlook

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Pedernales Falls State Park – Pedernales Falls Overlook loop from Headquarters Overlook

05:31

20.5km

250m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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Pedernales Falls State Park

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239 m

Pedernales Falls State Park

Highlight • Waterfall

This park has fun loops on rock surface. It requires some skill and a lot of attention.

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5.06 km

Pedernales River

Highlight • River

Easy walk $6 per person entrance fee to state park, Pendernales Rapids nearby well worth a visit

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5.59 km

Pedernales Falls Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful waterfalls and stones for climbing around a bit. Park may be closed if capacity is reached in the summer. Check the website!

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5.72 km

Cypress Pool

Highlight • River

Accessing the swimming area involves a moderate hike of approximately 1/4 mile or more, with some sections featuring steep rock stairs without handrails. Hence, it might be a good idea …

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9.83 km

Trammell's Crossing

Highlight • River

Trammell's Crossing gives access to the 5.5-Mile Loop in the Pedernales Falls State Park. The crossing is named after one of the early settlers in the region who moved here …

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