Guided Hikes at Westcave Preserve

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

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

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Itinerary

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

Location & Hours

24814 Hamilton Pool Rd, Round Mountain, TX 78663

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Working Hours

MonClosed

TueClosed

Wed9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thu9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Fri9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sat9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sun9:00 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

Westcave Outdoor in Austin, TX is a breathtaking nature preserve. The guided tour will take you through an arid savannah, into a lush canyon, and to a stunning waterfall. The tour guide is very knowledgeable and friendly. It’s a serene escape into nature’s beauty. Highly recommended for outdoor enthusiasts.

Loved the guided hike here and it's beautiful! It's a nice leisurely pace on the way to the grotto and then you hike back out on your own. Would 100% recommend taking this tour!

Natural gem of Central Texas. I've lived in Austin for 20 years and just discovered this nature preserve. It's a very unique beautiful microclimate. Temperature is 10 degrees lower than ambient temp. The tour is targeted toward adults and teens, and the hike has a lot of stairs but not very long. Enjoy!

Very nice place. I can see why they needed a guided tour to come here. Knowledgeable guide and a nice short hike to visit the grotto and cave.

Absolutely worth the two-hour drive to hike this magical place. What a hidden gem in the Hill Country! Cypress trees, a grotto, a water fall and more! We signed up for the 9 a.m. guided hike, and there were all ages on our tour. We will definitely be back.

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FAQs

Is the hike child-friendly?

Yes, children who can hike 1 mile on their own are welcome.

Can I take a ride share to Westcave Preserve?

No, ride shares are not recommended as the area is outside their service range.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed on the premise or in vehicles.

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