# Pedernales Falls State Park Winter River & Limestone Hikes > Place to go for families in the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos area (TX). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Pedernales Falls State Park, 2585 Park Rd 6026, Johnson City, TX 78636 - Ages: All ages (Children 12 and under free) - Price: $6 adult day pass; Free for children 12 and under - Organizer: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department - Official page: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/pedernales-falls - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/pedernales-falls-state-park-winter-river-and-limestone-hikes--listing-3f8314a00cd014e98e1ad545 ## About Located just 40 miles west of Austin near Johnson City, Pedernales Falls State Park offers dramatic Hill Country geological wonders. The Pedernales River flows over massive slabs of 300-million-year-old limestone, creating cascading waterfalls, deep emerald pools, and intricate rock formations. In winter, clear sunny days are ideal for hiking the 0.5-mile Twin Falls Nature Trail and exploring the scenic river bluffs with children. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: The Falls Overlook trail is relatively level; rugged terrain along the limestone riverbed requires foot travel or baby carriers. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Covered picnic sites, clean park restrooms with diaper changing counters, and shaded benches. • Age Suitability: All ages (careful supervision needed near river rapids). • Sensory Tips: The resonant sound of flowing water and wide panoramic vistas create an invigorating family excursion. ## Similar picks in Austin - [Homeschool: History Hike at Lockhart State Park](https://grassyknees.com/austin/activities/homeschool-history-hike-at-lockhart-state-park--listing-196e3a9b1f49a5c78c02d45c) — Wed, Nov 11 (+1 more date) · 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM · Lockhart State Park · Ages 6–12 · With admission · sold out when last checked · checked Oct 28. Lockhart State Park's homeschool series uses the park as an outdoor classroom for homeschool students in grades 1–5 (ages 6–12). 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