Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center offers a guided journey into a sheltered limestone canyon, revealing a lush grotto and a delicate waterfall tucked away in the Texas Hill Country.
Tucked into the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center provides a structured exploration of a delicate Hill Country ecosystem. Visitors descend into a sheltered limestone canyon, transitioning from an arid savanna into a shaded, fern-draped grotto. A 40-foot waterfall drops into an emerald pool, creating a distinct microclimate that supports diverse plant and animal life. The center focuses on conservation and education, requiring visitors to join guided tours to access the canyon and grotto areas.
Access to the canyon and grotto is by guided tour only. Reservations must be made in advance through their website.
No, dogs are not permitted on the trails or the preserve to protect the sensitive ecosystem and wildlife.
The grotto tour involves uneven terrain and stairs, making it inaccessible for wheelchairs or strollers.