A 70-foot spring-fed waterfall on the Colorado River, reached by a rugged 3-mile round-trip hike in Colorado Bend State Park.
Gorman Falls is a 70-foot spring-fed waterfall on the Colorado River in Colorado Bend State Park, reached by what Texas Parks and Wildlife calls the park's most popular trail. The hike covers about 3 miles round trip over rough, rocky terrain with a steep descent near the falls. At our review, the park's own activities page described access as a self-guided tour available to any visitor, rather than a mandatory reservation, with ranger-led guided tours offered at times as an additional option rather than a requirement.
Confirm current conditions before visiting, since the park's alerts page can carry notices affecting the trail or the park generally. Entry runs on the park's standard admission, with adult day passes historically set around $5 and children 12 and under admitted free; verify current rates before you go. Because the trail descends steeply over wet, uneven limestone near the spring, sturdy footwear and caution are worth planning for regardless of whether you join a ranger-led walk or go on your own.
Know before you go
Colorado Bend State Park, San Saba County, along the Colorado River.
Spring-fed flow is fairly steady year-round; check current park alerts before visiting.
Gorman Falls Trail, about 3 miles round trip over rough, rocky terrain with a steep descent near the falls; self-guided access is currently available, with ranger-led tours also offered at times.
Standard park entrance fee, historically around $5/adult with children 12 and under free; verify current rates.
Trail is rough, rocky, and steep near the falls; not an accessible route.
2026-10-11. Conditions and requirements can change; confirm with the land manager before travelling.
Sources & further reading
- Texas Parks & Wildlife — Colorado Bend State Park ↗
- Texas Parks & Wildlife — Colorado Bend State Park Activities ↗
- USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) ↗
This is a researched visitor guide, not a claim that our editors have personally visited. Trail conditions, permits, and access can change.
