About this spot
Texas Falls is a glacier-carved gorge and cascade in the Green Mountain National Forest, viewed from an accessible boardwalk and footbridge just off VT-125 with free parking at the recreation area. Swimming and jumping directly at the falls are prohibited and enforced after several serious injuries in the shallow, turbulent plunge pools and potholes. Wading is possible in calmer, deeper stretches of the river downstream near the picnic area, away from the falls themselves. The 0.5-mile loop is easy and the boardwalk is wheelchair accessible. This is a scenic-viewing stop, not a jump spot—the ban reflects real, documented injuries.
Safety first. Cliff jumping is inherently dangerous and can cause serious injury or death. Conditions — water depth, submerged hazards, and access — change constantly. CliffScout is community-sourced reference information, not a guarantee a spot is safe. Always assess the conditions yourself before jumping, and never jump where you're unsure. You assume all risk.