By Erin Baxter
This majestic Pedernales Falls State Park is located 30 miles west of Austin and showcases the beauty of the Hill Country in its waterfalls and flowing water cascading down and around giant limestone formations. The Pedernales River is most often tranquil, as you will see. The park is a wonderful place to relax, hike, swim, camp, enjoy nature, and recharge from your hectic workweek.