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💦 Waterfall Plunge Pool  ·  Central Vermont / Green Mountain National Forest

Texas Falls

📍 Hancock
Nearest Town
✅ Free
Entry Fee
💧 Cool, seasonal
Water Temp
🟢 Easy
Difficulty
📅 Spring–fall
Best Season
💦 Waterfall Plunge Pool 🟢 Easy Free Entry
🌊 About Texas Falls

A scenic, secluded Green Mountain National Forest waterfall reached via an easy loop trail — this is strictly a viewing destination, not a swimming hole, due to extreme hazards.

📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
✅ Free
Water Temperature
💧 Cool, seasonal
Best Season
📅 Spring–fall
Reservation
Not Required
Water Type
Scenic multi-tiered falls with a loop viewing trail — SWIMMING PROHIBITED
Managed By
US Forest Service (Green Mountain National Forest)
County
Addison County, Vermont
Access Difficulty
🟢 Easy
🗺️ Getting There

Address / Access Point:
Texas Falls Recreation Area, VT-125, Hancock, VT 05748

Access Notes:
Easy loop trail with multiple viewing points; swimming is banned and strictly enforced

GPS Coordinates
43.9351, -72.8801
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✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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    Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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    Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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    Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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    Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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    Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace
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