Enjoy our friendly nature!

Welcome to Bastrop County

Nestled in the heart of the Lost Pines region, Bastrop County is your new getaway without having to go far away.

See Map

Request a Visitors Guide

Download a Free Copy Here

Newsletter Sign Up

See What's Happening In Our County

Find What You're Looking For

Right Here!

Upcoming Events

Wed 28

Bastrop

Wilderness Skills Overnight Camp 2021

June 7

12:00am - 11:59pm

June 7 - July 30

Earth Native Wilderness School Bastrop Organizer: Earth Native Wilderness School

Thu 29

Elgin

Elgin Texas Farmers Market 2021

July 29

4:00pm - 7:00pm

July 29 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Elgin Memorial Park Elgin Organizer: Elgin Farmers Market

Sat 31

Bastrop

Hotter N Hell Scramble/Shamble Golf Tournament 2021

July 31

12:00am - 11:59pm

July 31 - August 1

ColoVista Golf Course Bastrop Organizer: Colovista Golf Club

Sat 31

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

Bastrop

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

July 31

10:00am - 2:00pm

July 31 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market Bastrop Organizer: Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

Sat 31

Elgin

Family Ride Night

July 31

6:00pm - 11:00pm

July 31 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Texas Lost Pines Riding Club Elgin

Mon 02

Bastrop

Earth Native Wilderness’ Day Camps 2021

August 2

12:00am - 11:59pm

August 2 - August 6

Earth Native Wilderness School Bastrop Organizer: Earth Native Wilderness School

Tue 03

Bastrop

Open Riding Days at Mayfest Park

August 3

8:00am - 10:00pm

August 3 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Mayfest Hill Park Bastrop Organizer: City of Bastrop Parks & Recreation

Wed 04

Bastrop

74th annual Homecoming & Rodeo

August 4

12:00am - 11:59pm

August 4 - August 7

Mayfest Hill Park Bastrop Organizer: Bastrop Homecoming & Rodeo

Our Communities

Bastrop

Bastrop, named the “Most Historic Small Town in Texas,” is renowned for its beautiful outdoors, historic folklore, delicious food and charming personality. MORE

Elgin

Elgin, the “Sausage Capital of Texas,” produces over three million pounds of sausage annually at its award-winning BBQ joints. MORE

Smithville

Historic Smithville, perhaps best known as the location for 1998 movie “Hope Floats,” proves that a small town can create the “World’s Largest Gingerbread Man.” MORE

#explorebastropcounty

Get your next pair of boots from @texasbootcompany

Get your next pair of boots from @texasbootcompany during your visit in Bastrop, TX! Just look for the big boot off of Highway 71! #ExploreBastropCounty

Next date night idea: listen to live music at @nei

Next date night idea: listen to live music at @neighbors_tx while dining on their delicious food and sipping on fun cocktails! 📷: @cj_w_teksasie #ExploreBastropCounty

Catch the morning sunrise on Lake Bastrop the next

Catch the morning sunrise on Lake Bastrop the next time you stay overnight at the park! From airstreams to RV spots to treehouses there are many ways to spend the night in Bastrop County! 📷: @stroupstacy #ExploreBastropCounty

@wolfdancergolfclub was named as one of the best g

@wolfdancergolfclub was named as one of the best golf courses in Austin by ATX Guides! Come enjoy this 18-hole championship course this summer! #ExploreBastropCounty

If you haven't visited @honeyspizza in the heart o

If you haven't visited @honeyspizza in the heart of Smithville, TX make it your next
road trip destination! Grab a seat at their outdoor patio and try their traditional wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, craft beers and unique house cocktails! 📷: @haythere_itemsofinterest #ExploreBastropCounty

Mark your calendars! The Annual Bastrop Homecoming

Mark your calendars! The Annual Bastrop Homecoming & Rodeo is on August 4 - 7th! There will be slack events, live music and dances, poker and cornhole tournaments, class reunions, a golf tournament, a Grand Parade through historic downtown Bastrop, food, a car show and much more! Get ready! #ExploreBastropCounty

Spend your Sunday Funday over at @rising_sun_viney

Spend your Sunday Funday over at @rising_sun_vineyard! They are always having live music on the weekends, so plan your weekend getaway! 📷: @_kenzieleann_ #ExploreBastropCounty

Just breathe it all in! Adventure is out there!📍: Bastrop State Park 📷: @missalymoo #ExploreBastropCounty

Treat yourself to a gorgeous glamping experience a

Treat yourself to a gorgeous glamping experience at this cozy cabin on Lake Bastrop! This luxury cabin has an outdoor gas grill, a dining table, comfy chairs surrounding a fire pit & a private hot tub to relax and enjoy the beautiful Texas night sky. 📷 : @that.travel.diary #ExploreBastropCounty

We love these clear blue skies and green pine tree

We love these clear blue skies and green pine trees at Buescher State Park! 📷: @traveling_thru #ExploreBastropCounty

It wouldn't be National Pecan Pie Day without a st

It wouldn't be National Pecan Pie Day without a stop at @berdollpecans! They even have a 24 hr pecan pie vending machine if you want to swing by after they close! 📷: @austintravelsmag #ExploreBastropCounty

Get ready y'all! The Boogie Back to Bastrop Wester

Get ready y'all! The Boogie Back to Bastrop Western Swing Festival is on August 27 - 28th! Enjoy an awesome lineup of top-notch entertainment for lovers and dancers of Western Swing music. Purchase 1 or 2-day tickets for the dance for you and your partner. #ExploreBastropCounty

Need some interior design inspo? Check out @black_

Need some interior design inspo? Check out @black_and_white_interiors in Bastrop, TX! They are a one-stop-shop for home decor, furnishings, gifts and design services! #ExploreBastropCounty

The 72nd Annual Watermelon Festival is July 10! Th

The 72nd Annual Watermelon Festival is July 10! There will be a parade, festivities, a car show, and more! Make sure to get there bright and early for the watermelon weigh-in at 7 am! #ExploreBastropCounty

There's nothing quite like a gorgeous hike and bea

There's nothing quite like a gorgeous hike and beautiful Texas wildflowers!📍: Bastrop State Park 📷: @kenzeliz #ExploreBastropCounty

Take in the views of downtown Elgin at their Sip,

Take in the views of downtown Elgin at their Sip, Shop, and Stroll on July 8! You can sip on wine as you walk around Historic Downtown, shop at the farmers market, enjoy live music, and more! #ExploreBastropCounty

Happy 4th of July America! We hope you all have ha

Happy 4th of July America! We hope you all have had a wonderful holiday weekend! #ExploreBastropCounty

Plan your adventure-filled weekend with @hyattlost

Plan your adventure-filled weekend with @hyattlostpines! This resort & spa has everything for families, weekend getaways, and couple retreats! Book your stay with them today! 📷: @clarecady #ExploreBastropCounty

Enjoy a flight from @602brewco this weekend! This

Enjoy a flight from @602brewco this weekend! This brewpub, restaurant, and beer garden always has something fun going on! 📷: @bo.webster #ExploreBastropCounty

Today is Social Media Day and we have a question f

Today is Social Media Day and we have a question for all of you! What do you want to see more of? Fun things to do? Events? Beautiful views? Places to stay? Leave your comments below! 📷: @austinfoodstagram #ExploreBastropCounty