Texas’ Most Easily Accessible Waterfall Is Hiding In Plain Sight At The San Antonio Japanese Tea Garden
Texas is full of hidden waterfalls worth seeking out, but reaching them typically requires a long and strenuous hike. Luckily, there’s a breathtaking, 60-foot waterfall hiding in plain sight at the San Antonio Japanese Tea Garden. A paved walkway leads straight to the urban wonder, making it one of the most easily accessible waterfalls in Texas!
On the National Register of Historic Places, the San Antonio Japanese Tea Garden was built in the early 1900s in an abandoned limestone quarry.
The garden, which was once the living and working home of a local Japanese-American family, underwent a $1.6-million renovation in 2007 to restore it to its original glory.
Perhaps the most striking element in the garden - and the entire reason many people visit - is the 60-foot waterfall that cascades down a moss-covered rock ledge.
You'll feel like you're in a tropical rainforest as you admire this urban wonder. Close your eyes, listen to the rhythmic sound of the rushing water, and enjoy the inner peace that inevitably ensues.
Other noteworthy features include a pond filled wit hundreds (if not thousands) of koi fish, plus a large island in the center of the garden. Admission is free, so stay and take in the scenery for as long as you'd like!
The garden is open every day of the year from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. There is also an on-site restaurant. Visit the garden’s website or Facebook page to learn more.
Have you ever seen the waterfall at the Japanese Tea Garden in San Antonio? If so, tell us all about your experience in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for more easily accessible waterfalls in Texas.
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Address: Japanese Tea Garden, 3853 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78212, USA
Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
