Beautiful Texas Waterfalls
by Joe Dorish on 21/08/09 at 10:18 am
Beautiful waterfalls located in the big state of Texas.
Texas is well known for big things but that is not really the case with the waterfalls located in the state. For the most part the waterfalls in Texas are not large, tall or big though they are all quite scenic. The only really tall waterfalls located in Texas are in Big Bend and Guadalupe National Parks and even then they are mainly seasonal and only good after rain.
Gorman Falls
Who would have guessed that such a luscious green waterfall exists in Texas? Gorman Falls is a beautiful 65 foot high waterfall fed by natural springs including Gorman Spring and is located in Colorado Bend State Park in central Texas. Access to Gorman Falls is sometimes limited to protect the fragile natural environment so call ahead to the park if you plan on visiting. Colorado Bend State Park can be reached along Ranch Road 580 at Bend west of Lampasas or south of San Saba.
Lower McKinney Falls
The Upper and Lower McKinney Falls are located along Onion Creek in McKinney Falls State Park which is on the southeast edge of Austin just west of the airport. Humans have been living around and using McKinney Falls for over 5,000 years. Today even though the water looks inviting for a swim on hot days, swimming in the creek is sometimes restricted due to high levels of pollutants that reach Onion Creek from Austin’s run-off. To reach the park and waterfalls take the McKinney Falls Parkway right off 83/Lockhart Highway.
Upper McKinney Falls
Hamilton Pool Falls
Hamilton Pool Falls drops some 45 lovely feet into the Hamilton Pool in the Hamilton Pool Preserve which is located about 30 miles west of Austin along Hamilton Pool Road off 71 North. This waterfall reminds me of Ash Cave Falls in Hocking Hills State Park in Ohio with the exception that Hamilton Falls fills the pool below. Swimming is allowed at Hamilton Pool when the water quality allows but the preserve parking lot is limited to 75 cars. Any additional cars must wait in line for additional spots to open up.
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papaleng
Aug 21st, 2009
I never heard that Texas has so many beautiful waterfalls. interesting write and great photos.
CHAN LEE PENG
Aug 21st, 2009
These are really wonderful waterfalls in Texas. Thanks for your exciting tour again, have my liked it.
raman13
Aug 21st, 2009
Great stuff
Interesting
Best regards
Marie Milton
Aug 21st, 2009
haha…you and your waterfalls : ))
cebuanaeyez
Aug 21st, 2009
Waterfalls in Texas…unbelievable!
Lauren Axelrod
Aug 21st, 2009
Lovely waterfalls.
martie
Aug 21st, 2009
Since you are the waterfall expert Joe are there any states that do no have at least one waterfall? Would be interesting to know.
kate smedley
Aug 22nd, 2009
Another great article Joe, I didn’t realise Texas had so many waterfalls, I’m visiting in February so I’ll see if I can visit any.
Littlekid137
Aug 22nd, 2009
I leve in Texas. I have been to the bench waterfall. I never knew there were such beautiful falls right here in the Lone Star State
Daisy Peasblossom
Aug 22nd, 2009
Texas has waterfalls? Ok, it has rivers, so I guess it must. These truly are lovely, especially the one falling into the pool by the cave mouth.
Joe Dorish
Aug 22nd, 2009
Martie, every state has at least one waterfall even the flattest states like Florida, Rhode Island, Delaware and Louisiana. The one waterfall I am aware of in Florida though is formed by water flowing from a spring into a sinkhole. Thanks for asking!
mystery61
Aug 22nd, 2009
I love waterfalls, these are beautiful! Thank you for the wonderful tour, I really liked it.
Joie Schmidt
Aug 22nd, 2009
So nice!
Blessings.
-Liane Schmidt.
Bailey Thompson
Aug 22nd, 2009
Very neat! Thanks for sharing.
emjhay
Aug 22nd, 2009
Wow… i like it and i love nature. Of all the waterfalls in Texas, i like most the William and Wichita waterfalls. William Waterfalls is nice to visit to have nice pictures, while wichita is nice to visit to spend time together with special people, you can feel the nature…so nice.
Lostash
Aug 22nd, 2009
They may be small, but perfectly formed!
Lauren Axelrod
Aug 22nd, 2009
Hamilton Pool is breathtaking. I love the color of the water. Amazing locations Joe, thanks.
Dee Huff
Aug 23rd, 2009
Beautiful!
Theresa Johnson
Aug 23rd, 2009
great article and beautiful pics
Valerie Piotrowski
Aug 23rd, 2009
Wow. I did not realize that there are so many falls there. Great text and pictures.
Jean Anne
Aug 23rd, 2009
I live in Texas and I never knew there were so many natural beauties here. My family will definately be taking a few road trips next summer. Thanks so much for this beautiful article!
Melody SJAL
Aug 24th, 2009
Particularly love the Gorman and the Wichita Falls.
Logan107
Aug 24th, 2009
Great review. Simply beautiful
Payge
Aug 24th, 2009
Great article with fantastic pictures.Was supposed to visit Austin Texas soon, may have a reason to really visit now.
MarySylvaBithell
Aug 24th, 2009
Very beautiful! Thank you for sharing!
Best wishes.
Mortys Thoughts
Aug 24th, 2009
Those are some incredible pictures. when i think of texas i never really see it as a place of naturally beautiful places like this, but this article has opened my eyes.
James DeVere
Aug 29th, 2009
Really nice. I visited Austin but saw no falls. I do recall having lunch overlooking a large lake with some amazing hosts – I really liked Texas; this only gives me reason to return.
Love your articles . j
K Kristie
Sep 2nd, 2009
Wow overload. Waterfalls are so mesmerizing.
Amit Rivonkar
Sep 5th, 2009
very informative articles, great pics!!!
Ruby Hawk
Sep 20th, 2009
they might be smaller than somewater falls but they are still breathtaking.
jacksangel
Sep 24th, 2009
there is so much beauty in the world i have never known about. thank you so much for sharing. i really enjoyed looking at all the waterfalls throught all the united states. I think texas has some of my favorites. ohio would be next!!
athena goodlight
Sep 24th, 2009
Amazing! I have never seen a waterfall up close. Your articles and photos mesmerize me everytime. Thanks!
Lily River
Sep 25th, 2009
Absol,utely gorgeous photos. My aunt Carol lives in Texas and I am surpised she never told me about the beauty Texas has to offer. I like the shot of the bride. She is gorgeous. What a beautiful spot for wedding photos!
Celeste Redgate
Oct 28th, 2009
I am from BBNP where I grew up–I loved your pictures of the falls–now not so rare as pictures were in the 40’s
Geomorphosis
Jan 15th, 2010
Amazing pics… A good informative read..
fishfry aka Elizabeth Figueroa
Feb 20th, 2010
I always thought of waterfalls as powerful, yet intriging. Your photo were absolutely awesome, and many were surprisingly peaceful.
Great piece of writing
Dana
Mar 24th, 2010
What about Capote Falls? Dolan falls? These are the tallest and the largest (respectively) waterfalls in Texas and aren’t even listed! However, you listed some I didn’t even know were there!
Jim White
Feb 12th, 2012
Capote falls is private property, trespassers will be prosecuted
To the fullest extent of the law
Jim white
432-358-4600
Phil
Apr 22nd, 2012
Capote Falls is beautiful. It’s a good hike but I think everyone should go regardless of what that old man says