Pedernales Falls State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $6 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 69 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(830) 868-7304
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Alert Screwworm AlertJune 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do… (more)
June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do not move the animal. Call the Texas Animal Health Commission at (800) 550‑8242 or contact a private veterinarian. For wildlife with suspicious wounds or maggots, notify park staff or call (512) 389‑4505.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Campground ClosureThe water/electric campground will be closed beginning Jan. 1, 2027 through summer 2027 for a construction project. The Twin Falls Trail will remain… (more)
The water/electric campground will be closed beginning Jan. 1, 2027 through summer 2027 for a construction project. The Twin Falls Trail will remain open. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 10 p.m. on Nov. 21 to 2 p.m. on Nov. 24 • 10 p.m. on Dec. 13 to 2 p.m. on Dec. 17 • 10 p.m. on Jan. 18 to 2 p.m. on Jan. 22 Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates. Contact the park for more information. Reservations Recommended Guarantee entrance by making reservations for day passes or campsites before visiting on weekends, school breaks and holidays. Permits often sell out for these busy times. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Pedernales Falls State Park is a 5,273-acre park in Blanco County, about 13 miles northwest of Dripping Springs.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, and biking. Overnight options include 69 campsites across 2 camping areas, with RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
| Daily | 10 p.m. – 8 a.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily Office open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily Park gates are closed from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. Campers with reservations who may arrive after 10 p.m. must call the park before 4:30 p.m. to get the gate code. We often reach capacity and close to those without permits. To guarantee entry for day visits or camping, make reservations online or by calling the customer service center before you visit. Busy Season: Spring, summer and fall.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and are not permitted in any buildings at Texas State Parks. Some parks restrict pets on certain trails.
Statewide rule from Texas's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| 13 years and older | $6 · day |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• 13 years and older : $6 Daily • Child 12 Years and Under: Free
Texas park passes
- Texas State Parks Pass — $70 per year. Free entry for the holder and guests at the state parks it covers, plus camping and store discounts; a second pass for someone at the same address is $25 Details
- Texas Parklands Passport. Discounted or free entry for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members Details
From the Texas state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- Recommended
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
To guarantee entry for day visits or camping, make reservations online or by calling the customer service center before you visit.
We often reach capacity and close to those without permits.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites with Electricity | 69 | Water hookup; 30 amp hookupShowersPicnic tableLantern postFire ring with grill | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Hike-in) These sites are in the Backcountry Wolf Ridge Camping Area. They are two miles (four miles round trip) from the parking area. Trails may be difficult, steep and rough. Backpacking gear may be needed. This is a low-impact, limited footprint camping area, not for groups. Open fires are not allowed, but you may use containerized fuel stoves for cooking. Potable water is not available; you will need to pack in water for drinking and cooking. Please dispose of trash in the cans provided at the west entrance of the camping area. Check in at the office during office hours - NO AFTER HOURS CHECK-INS… | — | Ground fires prohibitedChemical toiletsBackpacking gear recommended | $10 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Choose a site with water and electricity or hike to a primitive site. Bring your group to the Youth Group Camp or Equestrian Group Camp.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingHorseback ridingHikingFishingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Our scenic Hill Country trails range from easy to challenging. Take the .5-mile Twin Falls Nature Trail and stop at the scenic overlook over the falls. Or tackle the six-mile Wolf Mountain Trail. This challenging trail wraps around Tobacco and Wolf mountains and winds along the small canyons created by Mescal and Tobacco creeks. For the more adventurous cyclist, test your mountain biking skills on the new Juniper Ridge Trail. This 10-mile technical, single track trail provides plenty of obstacles for more advanced riders.
Swimming
Access to the swimming area is a strenuous 1/4-mile (or more) hike, and includes steep rock stairs with no handrail. If you plan to swim, read our swimming safety tips before you come. For your safety, we do not allow swimming and wading in the Pedernales Falls area. WARNING: The water in the river can rise from a placid stream to a raging torrent in a few minutes. If you are in the river area and notice the water rising or getting muddy, leave the river area immediately. Flash flooding is common in the Texas Hill Country. Please be alert to weather conditions.
Boating and paddling
Tube, canoe or kayak the river. Put in at the swimming area or Trammell’s Crossing Trail. For your safety, we do not allow put-ins or take-outs in the Pedernales Falls area.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Group facilities
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 2585 Park Road 6026
Johnson City, TX 78636 - Nearest town
- Dripping Springs — about 13 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 30.3081, -98.2576
- Phone
- (830) 868-7304
- Pedernales.Falls@tpwd.texas.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology