Pedernales Falls State Park Camping
in March

🌡️ 60-80°F● very high crowds🏕️ 69 campsites🚗 50 min from Austin

Booking Pedernales Falls State Park in March

March is a very high-crowd month at Pedernales Falls State Park. Spring break + bluebonnets = hardest month to book. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for March dates, that window opens in October. Popular weekends disappear within minutes of the booking window opening. Your best bet is setting a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations.

What to Expect in March

Temperatures run 60-80°F at Pedernales Falls State Park in March. 60-80°F_ADVICE

Best activities: wildflower photography, hiking, spring wildlife viewing.

Park Highlights

  • Pedernales Falls — dramatic tiered limestone waterfall
  • Swimming hole below the falls (when water levels allow)
  • 19.8 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking

Tips for March

  • Check water conditions before going — the swimming area closes when the river is too high or too low
  • Flash floods are a real danger here. If you hear thunder, get away from the river immediately

Common Questions

Is Pedernales Falls State Park crowded in March?

March sees very high crowds at Pedernales Falls State Park. Spring break + bluebonnets = hardest month to book.

When do reservations open for March?

Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For March, the booking window opens in October. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.

What should I pack for March camping?

For March at Pedernales Falls State Park (60-80°F): 60-80°F_ADVICE

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March at a Glance

Weather
60-80°F
Crowds
Very High
Campsites
69
Activities
wildflower photography