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Pedernales River — Hwy 290 Crossing

Pedernales River at Hwy 290 bridge, near Stonewall, TX 78671
Address
Pedernales River at Hwy 290 bridge, near Stonewall, TX 78671
Hours
Best For
Route-aware scenic travelers
Best time to visitDaylight after checking weather and road conditions Getting thereAbout 10 minutes from downtown Fredericksburg

Why people come here

  • Identified in a regional crossing list
  • Marks the river along Highway 290
  • Provides geographic route context
  • No operated visitor site documented
  • Better suited to drive-by orientation

This highway bridge marks a Pedernales River crossing near Stonewall, not a documented swimming area, paddling launch, park, or scenic pullout.

The Pedernales River Alliance lists the Highway 290 East bridge as a publicly accessible crossing, but no operator presents it as a recreation facility. Parking, pedestrian access, restrooms, launch facilities, and legal access beyond the public road right-of-way are unverified. Do not stop on the highway or assume nearby riverbanks are public.

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What You'll Experience

  • Highway bridge over the river
  • Rocky Hill Country waterway
  • Undeveloped crossing context
  • No documented visitor facilities

Directions

  • Address
    Pedernales River at Hwy 290 bridge, near Stonewall, TX 78671
  • Google Maps
  • Travel Time
    About 10 minutes from downtown Fredericksburg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Highway 290 crossing a managed recreation site?

No. Sources identify a public crossing, but not an operated park, designated swimming area, paddling launch, or scenic pullout.

Is parking or pedestrian access available?

No official source documents parking or pedestrian access. Do not stop on the highway or enter private land to reach the water.

Where should I go for river recreation instead?

Use a managed park or designated public access point with posted rules, parking, and current safety information rather than relying on this highway crossing.

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