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RR 12: Wimberley to Dripping Springs, Hill Country, Texas
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RR 12: Wimberley to Dripping Springs

RM 12 · Wimberley → Dripping Springs

Leisurely13.7 mi20 min900 ft climbHigh point ≈ 1,300 ftOne way
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The drive

RR 12 is the main road through the western edge of Hays County, running about 38 miles from San Marcos through Wimberley and Dripping Springs. This drive takes the stretch north from Wimberley, climbing out of the Cypress Creek valley and over the hills to Dripping Springs.

It's a two-lane road of steady curves and short climbs through cedar and oak. It's the main link between the two towns, so it carries a steady flow of local traffic and more on weekends. The Devil's Backbone drive ends in Wimberley, so this makes a natural continuation north toward US 290 and Austin.

Along the way

  1. Wimberley
  2. Dripping Springs
Elevation
900 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 1,300 ft
WimberleyDripping Springs
Curves
Mostly gentle curves
WimberleyDripping Springs
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • Hays County is also building a roundabout where RM 150 meets RM 12.
  • Weekend traffic between the two towns can be heavy.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check TxDOT DriveTexas: road conditions.

Questions about this drive

How long does RR 12 from Wimberley to Dripping Springs take?

RR 12 from Wimberley to Dripping Springs is 13.7 miles and takes about 20 minutes.

Is there construction on RR 12 near Dripping Springs?

It can. TxDOT has scheduled work on RR 12 around Dripping Springs, adding paved shoulders and a continuous turn lane, so expect work zones. Check TxDOT before you go.

Is RR 12 between Wimberley and Dripping Springs a curvy road?

RR 12 is mostly gentle curves and short climbs over the hills between the two towns.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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