Guided Hikes at Westcave Preserve

Journey through the beautiful Westcave Preserve, exploring its hidden canyon, grotto, and unique experiences in Texas!

Last updated: Jan 2024

  • Guided Canyon Tour: $20/adult, $10/child (4-15); Specialty hikes and events: $15-55/person

Description

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Westcave Preserve, a hidden gem in the Texas Hill Country, offering guided canyon tours, specialty hikes, and events like Yin Yoga, photography hikes, bird watching, and star gazing. Hike through an arid savanna, navigate a limestone crevice, and descend a 100-foot staircase into a lush canyon, culminating in a breathtaking 40-foot waterfall and grotto.

What's included

  • Guided Canyon Tour
  • Specialty Hike options
  • Expert guides
  • Binoculars for bird watching (if needed)

Perfect for

For solo
For two
For families with kids
For parents and grownups
Outdoorsy

Good to know

$
Tour
Reservation required
Few hours
Onsite parking

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Itinerary

  1. Choose your desired hike or event and make a reservation online
  2. Arrive at Westcave Preserve
  3. Meet your guide Explore the canyon and grotto
  4. Optional: Participate in specialty hikes and events

Location & Hours

24814 Hamilton Pool Rd, Round Mountain, TX 78663

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Working Hours

Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sun 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Packing List

  • Sturdy shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Camera (for photography hike)
  • Yoga mat (for Yin Yoga)
  • Flashlight (for night hikes)

 4.7  ● Google reviews

  • A R

    6 months ago

    We brought our homeschool nature group here for a field trip today, and it was such an incredibly special experience! The preserve is absolutely gorgeous, with so much to see and learn. Our guide was phenomenal! He had a highly engaging way of sharing his extensive knowledge across a range of subjects, including geology, wildlife, botany, and the history of the preserve. He kept everyone interested, from preschoolers to teenagers and adults, and left us all wanting to learn more. I can’t wait to come back and go on the other tours they offer. I highly recommend visiting for anyone looking for a unique nature adventure in the Texas Hill Country.

  • Wendi the Wanderer

    4 months ago

    Along a nature hike and tour at Westcave that is a federally protected nature preserve with a canyon waterfall, wet grotto, and savannah trails. The guides were fantastic and it was an educational and scenic experience.

  • Praveen Natesan

    6 months ago

    A hidden gem and easily one of the most underrated spots in Austin. It surprisingly doesn’t show up on "best of" search results, but finding it by accident was a fantastic surprise. Highly recommended if you’re looking to escape the typical tourist crowds and try something truly high-quality.

  • James Gentile

    6 months ago

    Cool tour get to hike about half a mile to cave, hear history on the hill country. Guide was great.

  • Sheryle Leal

    2 months ago

    Totally worth it. Very pretty trail with beautiful trees. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and fun.
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