Upper Falls Trailhead -- McKinney Falls State Park, Austin TX
N 30° 11.032 W 097° 43.536
14R E 622690 N 3339846
This trailhead will take you to the beautiful Upper Falls at McKinney Falls State Park are formed from the waters of Onion Creek flowing over limestone escarpment
Waymark Code: WMTJ84
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 11/28/2016
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The Upper Falls on Onion Creek are a favorite spot to swim, relax and enjoy nature at McKinney Falls State Park.
From The Austinot blog: (
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McKinney Falls State Park: The Other Austin Swimming Hole
". . . Speaking of the Upper Falls, there are two places to swim at the park: the Upper Falls and the Lower Falls. We asked one of the park rangers which spot she recommended, and she said she liked the Upper Falls because there is deeper water there. We took her word for it and enjoyed her recommended location.
The Upper Falls was perfect with floaties. However, there still areas to enjoy the water at Upper Falls if you don’t have one. Submerged rocks in various places allow either adults or children to stand up. There is also a big “basking rock” that kids seem to enjoy climbing on.
You can also jump off the falls into the swimming hole below, but make sure you pick the right place. As I mentioned before, there are submerged rocks that cause the water depth to vary. Some investigation beforehand will pay off and keep you safe."