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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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Upcoming Events

Fri 17

Smithville

Scream Hollow Wicked Halloween Park 2021

September 17

7:00pm - 11:59pm

September 17 @ 7:00 pm - 11:59 pm

Scream Hollow Smithville

Sat 18

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

Bastrop

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

September 18

10:00am - 2:00pm

September 18 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market Bastrop Organizer: Bastrop 1832 Farmers Market

Sat 18

McDade

McDade 150th Anniversary

September 18

12:00pm - 8:00pm

September 18 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Rising Sun Vineyard McDade Organizer: McDade Historical Society

Sat 18

Elgin

Family Ride Night

September 18

6:00pm - 11:00pm

September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Texas Lost Pines Riding Club Elgin

Sat 18

Bastrop

Theater: Nunset Boulevard: The Musical

September 18

7:30pm - 9:00pm

September 18 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Bastrop Opera House Bastrop Organizer: Bastrop Opera House

Sun 19

Bastrop

Course: Wildcraft Wines

September 19

9:00am - 3:00pm

September 19 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Earth Native Wilderness School Bastrop Organizer: Earth Native Wilderness School

Tue 21

Bastrop

Open Riding Days at Mayfest Park

September 21

8:00am - 10:00pm

September 21 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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

Tue 21

Bastrop

Open Mic Night at Neighbors Kitchen & Yard

September 21

6:00pm - 9:00pm

September 21 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Neighbors Kitchen & Yard Bastrop Organizer: Blake’s Music Shop

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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@travelandleisure named @hyattlostpines as one of

@travelandleisure named @hyattlostpines as one of the "Top 10 Resorts in Texas"! Thank you to the readers who helped name them as one of the best for their World's Best Awards! Book your stay here today! #ExploreBastropCounty

Pick from 28 beers on tap, or sip on your drink fr

Pick from 28 beers on tap, or sip on your drink from a can or bottle at @bastropbeerco! Stop by during their Happy Hour Tuesdays - Fridays! 📷: @johanbbt #ExploreBastropCounty

Book your stay at this glamping destination on Lak

Book your stay at this glamping destination on Lake Bastrop! There are 8 different tents to choose from that can fit anywhere from 2-6 guests!📍: @glataustin 📷: @that.travel.diary #ExploreBastropCounty #lcraparks

Who doesn't enjoy a poolside burger? Order one whi

Who doesn't enjoy a poolside burger? Order one while you stay at @hyattlostpines! 📷: @munchinwithmads_ #ExploreBastropCounty

Spending time enjoying the outdoors is time well s

Spending time enjoying the outdoors is time well spent!📍: Buescher State Park #ExploreBastropCounty

Walk amongst life-size dinosaurs at the @dinosaurp

Walk amongst life-size dinosaurs at the @dinosaurparktx in Cedar Creek, TX! These realistic statues will transport you back over 150 million years ago! It's plenty of fun for the whole family! 📷: @markvote #ExploreBastropCounty

Don't forget the 3rd annual @bastropmusic is comin

Don't forget the 3rd annual @bastropmusic is coming up on September 23 - 26th! Walk around downtown Bastrop to enjoy 40 shows in multiple venues throughout the downtown area! #ExploreBastropCounty

Have a great Labor Day Weekend! We hope you all en

Have a great Labor Day Weekend! We hope you all enjoy a relaxing weekend! #ExploreBastropCounty

Grab a bite from @aviatorpizza and try one of thei

Grab a bite from @aviatorpizza and try one of their specialty pizzas! They try to source ingredients from local Texas farmers when possible! You can't go wrong ordering any of them! 📷: @alvaradosusie #ExploreBastropCounty

How else would you participate in National Wildlif

How else would you participate in National Wildlife Day than by going birding at one of our Top 10 Public Birding Hotspots! We have over 350 different species that have been spotted throughout the year. What will you see when you visit?📍: Bastrop State Park 📷: @alosplanetas #ExploreBastropCounty

@texashighways featured Bastrop in their round-up

@texashighways featured Bastrop in their round-up of "10 Small Towns to Visit Now"! Read their highlights on our city and why you should start planning your stay here! Link in bio to read.📍: @storehousebastrop 📷: @artgirl328 #ExploreBastropCounty

@moby_dicks_pond has expanded their fishing experi

@moby_dicks_pond has expanded their fishing experience to include overnight stays at their Wyldwood Cabin! Call them today to learn more info and book your stay! #ExploreBastropCounty

Order @eatatyourmoms for pick-up if you're craving

Order @eatatyourmoms for pick-up if you're craving some delicious home-cooked burgers and fresh, hand-cut fries! They are the best burger joint in town! #ExploreBastropCounty

Venture on the Bluff Trail Loop at Mckinney Roughs

Venture on the Bluff Trail Loop at Mckinney Roughs Nature Park and make your way to the gorgeous overlook along the trail! 📷: @lesarossick #ExploreBastropCounty

Seeing all the wildflowers fill our state parks al

Seeing all the wildflowers fill our state parks always brings a smile to our faces!📍: Bastrop State Park 📷: @gofeetgo_tv #ExploreBastropCounty

Get your stomachs ready for the BBQ Cook-Off in Ba

Get your stomachs ready for the BBQ Cook-Off in Bastrop on September 3 - 4! There will be a brisket, chicken, and pork ribs cook-off along with potato salad and dessert, plus a children’s cook-off! Mark your calendars! #ExploreBastropCounty

We have some delicious barbecue spots throughout B

We have some delicious barbecue spots throughout Bastrop County! Come grab a bite of some smoked meats and venture along our Barbeque Trail!📍: @southsidebbq 📷: @bum0184 #ExploreBastropCounty

Boogie Back to Bastrop is THIS week, August 27 - 2

Boogie Back to Bastrop is THIS week, August 27 - 28th! Check out the lineup of musicians that will be performing and don't forget to purchase your tickets if you haven't yet! #ExploreBastropCounty

@localprofile_cc named @hyattlostpines in their "6

@localprofile_cc named @hyattlostpines in their "6 Best Texas Getaways for a Summer Escape"! This place is perfect for families, couples, or a group of friends looking for some last-minute summer fun! 📷: @heathbarharris #ExploreBastropCounty

Have you ordered the fried deviled eggs or fried p

Have you ordered the fried deviled eggs or fried pickles at @pawpawscatfishhouse? Try something new the next time you dine with them! 📷: @followmytaste #ExploreBastropCounty