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Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area

Things to Do

The main attraction is the Devil's Sinkhole itself. It is a vertical cavern with an opening measuring approximately 40x60 feet, and a vertical drop to the main cavern of about 140 feet. The main cavern is circular and reaches a total depth of 350-400 feet.

Ranger Programs

Access to the park can be obtained only by contacting Devil's Sinkhole Society (830) 683-BATS (2287) to prearrange a tour. Tours are by reservation only.

The Devil’s Sinkhole Society now offers Evening Bat Flight tours throughout the summer and Guided Nature Hikes on the first and third Saturdays of every month except during hunting season. Day tours can be arranged with a minimum of three days notice. Reservations are required.

Minimal development was completed in September 1996 including picnic sites, a chemical toilet, and some trail development. A new wheelchair accessible viewing platform is now available and allows visitors to look into the Sinkhole.

Area Attractions

Nearby attractions include Kickapoo Cavern State ParkSouth Llano River State ParkGarner State Park, Lost Maples State Natural AreaDevils River State Natural AreaHill Country State Natural AreaSeminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site and Kerrville-Schreiner Park.

P.O. Box 678
Rocksprings, TX 78880

Latitude: 30.037411

Longitude: -100.113774

(830) 683-3762

Entrance Fees
  • Access by reservation only.: contact
Gate Hours

The park is only accessible with special, pre-scheduled tours.

Maps & Publications
Climate

January average low temperature is 35 degrees. July average high temperature is 95 degrees. Average annual rainfall 23.6 inches.

National Weather Service forecast for this area
Elevation

2450 feet.

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