Absolutely beautiful state park!! After work, I hiked the Three Army Trails towards the beginning of the park. The trails (Lake Mina, Blacksmith Spur, Stonemasons Course, Carpenter Crossing, and...
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Bastrop State Park, located just 32 miles east of Austin, TX, offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience the recovering Lost Pines forest through various outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, and fishing. With a range of accommodations from historic cabins to campsites, this park is ideal for family gatherings, nature exploration, and wildlife observation.
Guests can partake in ranger-led programs, enjoy a scenic drive along Park Road 1C, or simply unwind by the pool during the warmer months. The park also embraces community involvement, encouraging volunteer efforts and offering Jr. Ranger programs for children, fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
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This is a lovely park! But beware- it's pretty exposed so bring plenty of sunscreen and water! The park is really beautiful with a lot of different trails and the longest one being over 8mi. I...
Did a day trip here and took the scenic overlook hike. Instead of a loop we ended up doing an out and back as there are no maps on the trail. We found out before we left the park that the trails...
Bastrop State Park Reflections It's close enough to the city that you don't feel lost in the middle of nowhere, but it still has that true park feel. The trails are a mix--some are very short, and...
I like the walking trails here. If I lived closer, I would probably want to walk them every day. Lots of great camping available. Though we didn't camp, we only hiked. The cabins look like they...
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