Texas whitewater - Pedernales River, Blanco Hays County
Blanco Hays
county,
Pedernales Falls SP to Hammett's Cross section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 14 miles
The wonderful Texas scenery and the cool fresh water have people coming here. The Pedernales Falls SP to Hammett's Cross section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Texas are easier than the national norm, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here
you'll find a large number of good spots. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead and pack your camp stove.
The Pedernales Falls SP to Hammett's Cross stretch of Pedernales River is 14 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater.
Briefly about the general area: Good hiking is available along the Fou Mile Loop; hiking is a popular thing to do around Pedernales River; Hamilton Pool Park Trail is a glorious local trail. An average amount of precipitation falls at Pedernales River; May is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month of the year is December. Summertime at Pedernales River comes with high
temperatures in the 90's, and the overnight is fairly cooler of course, ordinarily in the 70's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 50's; after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Pedernales River dip into the 30's.
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