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The waterfall will be at its most beautiful when there is water flowing into the river

This spot offers fantastic views of the park and the Texas Hill Country as you approach the summit. The flat rock provides plenty of room to stop, enjoy the scenery and take some incredible photos.

Climb Enchanted Rock, a massive pink granite dome with rewarding Hill Country views at the top. This ancient rock formation has attracted visitors for thousands of years, and the surrounding scenery, rock formations, and legends add to its mystical charm. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area also features ancient man-made holes where seeds were ground into flour and hundreds of archaeological sites.

Balanced Rock is an interesting geological formation created by millions of years of erosion, which gradually exposed rocks that appear to be balanced precariously on one another. These formations not only draw hikers but also provide insights for scientists studying earthquake activity. The final stretch of the trail leading to Balanced Rock involves navigating steep, rough bedrock and a landscape filled with boulders. Hikers should stay on the trail, follow directional arrows carefully, and exercise caution.

One of two principal cascades in the beautiful McKinney Falls State Park, the Upper Falls are a lovely sight. Here, the Onion Creek plunges through limestone and swimmers enjoy the water, particularly in the warmer months. The Onion Creek Hike and Bike Trail visits the falls.

It's hard to compare the upper and lower falls in the park to each other. While it is a little bit small, McKinney Lower Falls is no less impressive than its larger counterpart. You have the opportunity to get wet here if you want.

Nicknamed for its resemblance to a lighthouse, this iconic sandstone tower rises high above the canyon floor, offering amazing views. Hike out to this geological wonder to admire its unique shape and sheer vertical walls formed by millennia of wind and water erosion. A stunning photo op!

This trail leads directly into the mouth of the canyon. It follows the Rio Grande along its banks with rock stairs and a dirt path, and then along the lower parts of the rocky canyon walls. When the dirt path ends, hikers will often wade into the usually knee-high water to experience more of the canyon.