Outdoors
Waterfalls near Austin
11 named waterfalls within 37 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Waterfalls within 37 mi
11
Closest
4.9 mi
Sculpture Falls
Within 10 miles
9
Tallest
49 ft
Hamilton Pool Preserve
Worth the drive
Map
Map of 11 places loads as you scroll.
All waterfalls, nearest first
- 4.9miSculpture Falls
- 4.9miTwin Falls
- 5miHill of Life Falls
- 5miLower Bull Creek Falls
- 5.3miMiddle Bull Creek Falls
- 5.7miHidden Falls
- 5.8miLink Falls
- 7.9miLower McKinney Falls
- 8.1miUpper McKinney Falls
- 22.4miHamilton Pool Preserve49 ft
- 30miPedernales Falls
Straight-line distance from the center of Austin; driving and trail distances are longer.
Before you go
Most falls run strongest in spring and after storms, and some dry up by late summer.
Rocks near falls are slick with spray and algae; most waterfall injuries come from climbing or wading at the top.
Some falls are on private land or need a permit or parking pass. Confirm trail status before you go.
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Questions
What is the closest waterfall to Austin?
Sculpture Falls, about 4.9 miles from the center of Austin.
How many waterfalls are near Austin?
11 named waterfalls are within 37 miles, 9 of them within 10 miles.
What is the tallest waterfall near Austin?
Hamilton Pool Preserve, about 49 feet (15 m), 22.4 miles away.
When is the best time to see waterfalls near Austin?
Spring and the days after heavy rain bring the most flow. In dry months smaller falls can slow to a trickle.
Sources: Wikidata and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), checked 2026-11-08; photos from Wikimedia Commons under the licenses shown. Access, fees and conditions change; check before visiting.