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

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Thu 21

Elgin

Elgin Texas Farmers Market 2021

January 21

4:00pm - 7:00pm

January 21 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Elgin Memorial Park Elgin Organizer: Elgin Farmers Market

Fri 22

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Fireplace with trees and seating area

Winter Antique Show lodging 2021

January 22

12:00am - 11:59pm

January 22 - January 23

Fri 22

Nature Days – Fall 2020

January 22

9:30am - 12:30pm

January 22 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

McKinney Roughs Nature Park

Fri 22

Smithville

Escort Duty at Buescher State Park 2021

January 22

1:00pm - 6:00pm

January 22 @ 1:00 pm - January 23 @ 6:00 pm

Buescher State Park Smithville

Fri 22

UTV Tours at McKinney Roughs – Fall 2020

January 22

5:00pm - 7:00pm

January 22 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

McKinney Roughs Nature Park

Fri 22

Twilight Trails – Nighttime Hiking Adventures

January 22

5:00pm - 7:30pm

January 22 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

McKinney Roughs Nature Park Organizer: McKinney Roughs Nature Park

Sat 23

McDade

Yegua Knobbs’ Open Preserve Day 2021

January 23

8:00am - 1:00pm

January 23 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Yegua Knobbs Preserve McDade Organizer: Pines & Prairies Land Trust

Sat 23

Bastrop

Bird City Bastrop’s BIG SIT 2021

January 23

8:30am - 11:00am

January 23 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am

Fisherman’s Park Bastrop Organizer: Bird City Bastrop Texas

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

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Have you had your first hike of 2021 yet? Plan a h

Have you had your first hike of 2021 yet? Plan a hike at Bastrop State Park for beautiful views and fun trails! 📷: @mendiolamariaa #ExploreBastropCounty

Looking for a fun day trip destination? Visit Smit

Looking for a fun day trip destination? Visit Smithville, TX for a charming downtown area, historic bed & breakfast inns, and delicious dining! 📷: @freefuninaustin #ExploreBastropCounty

Stop by @neighbors_tx for some tasty pizza and dri

Stop by @neighbors_tx for some tasty pizza and drinks! They also have an amazing view of the #ColoradoRiver that is perfect for sunsets! 📷: @foodislovefoodislife16 #ExploreBastropCounty

Take on adventure with a friend in Bastrop County!

Take on adventure with a friend in Bastrop County!📍: @ziplostpines 📷: @obduliomonreal #ExploreBastropCounty

What do you think of when you think of filming in

What do you think of when you think of filming in Texas? @filmbastrop is shattering stereotypes with amazing production crews and unique locations! See why Bastrop County was designated by the Texas Legislature as the Film Hospitality Capital of Texas and then you’ll understand why @zacharylevi chooses to film here with us as well! #ExploreBastropCounty

Have you ordered from @aviatorpizza before? They m

Have you ordered from @aviatorpizza before? They make delicious pizza and sandwiches, and they also have a craft beer & wine bar! 📷: @wandureats #ExploreBastropCounty

Did you know @filmalleybastrop offers new release

Did you know @filmalleybastrop offers new release movies, 16 lanes of bowling, pool tables, and much more? Book your reservation today! #ExploreBastropCounty

Welcome to one of the newest additions to downtown

Welcome to one of the newest additions to downtown Bastrop, @storehousebastrop! They are cooking up delicious food made from fresh produce from @farmeredeneast! #ExploreBastropCounty

New Year ✔
New Memories ✔
New Adventures ✔
📍: Bastrop State Park
📷: @l.l.foxtrot
#ExploreBastropCounty

Have you visited @lumberyard.studio? Stop and shop

Have you visited @lumberyard.studio? Stop and shop for art and local, handmade goods while visiting Smithville! 📷: @michellemacrame #ExploreBastropCounty

Planning a wedding? @visitbastroptx wrote the perf

Planning a wedding? @visitbastroptx wrote the perfect guide to planning your micro wedding in Bastrop, TX! Click the link in our bio to check it out!📍: @shirazgardentx 📷: Isla Monet Creative Co. #ExploreBastropCounty

Indulge in National Spaghetti Day with a plate fro

Indulge in National Spaghetti Day with a plate from Bassano Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria! #ExploreBastropCounty

Why not introduce some new hobbies into your life?

Why not introduce some new hobbies into your life? Like trying your hand at fishing! We have plenty of great fishing spots to visit in Bastrop County!📍: @moby_dicks_pond 📷: @mad_bass_assassin #ExploreBastropCounty

Cheers to the New Year! Celebrate with a drink ove

Cheers to the New Year! Celebrate with a drink over at @coppershotdistillery! 📷: @jubster87 #ExploreBastropCounty

We are wishing everyone a Happy New Year! #Explore

We are wishing everyone a Happy New Year! #ExploreBastropCounty

Start 2021 off with the perfect smoothie from @rad

Start 2021 off with the perfect smoothie from @radiantmamajuicebar! Which one are you going to get? #ExploreBastropCounty

New Years Resolution: go on more adventures!📍:

New Years Resolution: go on more adventures!📍: Rocky Hill Ranch 📷: @celine_the_psychlist #ExploreBastropCounty

@sherwoodforestfaire has announced their 2021 date

@sherwoodforestfaire has announced their 2021 dates! Plan your trip out to see them for their opening weekend on April 3-4, 2021 and will remain open till May 23, 2021! #ExploreBastropCounty

Treat yourself to a delicious cheese board from @s

Treat yourself to a delicious cheese board from @stemandstone! They are only available Fridays and Saturdays! #ExploreBastropCounty

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at @bastrop_county!! #ExploreBastropCounty