Outdoor Recreation

Outdoor lovers come from all over to enjoy Bastrop County’s natural beauty. Hike on seven miles of trails, fish the lake, swim, kayak, bike or simply relax and watch the wildlife with birding and more. The naturally hilly terrain and forests of loblolly pines provide a scenic backdrop for horseback riding, zip lining and more. Beyond our parks and trails, we have three riverside golf courses that allow you to soak up the sunshine while you master your game.


Colorado River Refuge

Bastrop

356 Riverside Drive, Bastrop, TX

512-308-1911

The 65-acre Colorado River Refuge offers a true nature experience just minutes from downtown Bastrop, Texas, in the Tahitian Village Subdivision. With over 2 miles…

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ColoVista Golf Club

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100 Country Club Dr, Bastrop, TX

512-629-4585

Located in the Lost Pines area of Bastrop 30 minutes east of Austin, ColoVista Golf Club is a dramatic, immaculate course that’s consistently rated one…

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COTA Karting and Kiddie Karting

Cedar Creek

9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd, Del Valle, TX 78617

512-655-6301

COTA Karting is the country’s premier karting destination for all skill levels. Kick fun into overdrive by challenging fellow competitors to a white-knuckle race next…

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Cotton Bowl Speedway

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Paige

1175 CR 202, Paige, TX

512-731-0742

Cotton Bowl Speedway is a 3/8 mile dirt race track located in Paige. In addition to stock car racing, the track hosts events like monster…

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Dinosaur Park

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893 Union Chapel Road, Cedar Creek, TX

512-321-6262

The Dinosaur Park features a unique outdoor museum setting with realistic life-size dinosaur replicas and also offers fossil-digs, a playground, a picnic area and a…

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Doggie Bark Park

351 NW 1st St, Smithville, TX

512-237-3282 ext. 7

While the city of Smithville has a leash law even in their public parks, our Doggie Bark Park provides an area for dogs to have…

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Earth Native Wilderness School

Cedar Creek
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137 Woodview Lane
Bastrop, Texas 78602

512-299-8870

Earth Native Wilderness School is an outdoor school for all! No matter your age, or skill level in the woods, they have classes from one…

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Elgin Memorial Park

Elgin

1127 N Main Street, Elgin, TX 78621

512-285-6434

Elgin Memorial park is located at 1127 North Main Street (Highway 95 North and Main Street/Loop 109). The park is approximately 26 acres with hundreds…

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Elgin Recreation Center

Elgin

361 N Hwy 95, Elgin, TX 78621

512-285-6434

This facility is an outstanding accomplishment for the community of Elgin, Texas. Considering the population and demographic. this facility is years ahead of its time…

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Family-friendly recreation on five acres in the pines

Bastrop

Enjoy relaxing at this country retreat on five acres in the pine with an eye to family recreation, both indoors and out. With every comfort…

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Fisherman’s Park

Bastrop

1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX

512-332-8920

Fisherman’s Park sits on the bank of the Colorado River, making it the perfect spot for a morning jog, a playdate with the kids, or…

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Fisherman’s Park Splash Pad

Bastrop

1200 Willow Street, Bastrop, TX

512-321-1313

The Splash Pad is an open-air area with several water features, including buckets that dump out water when they fill up, a ring that sprays…

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Hill Country Fly Fishers

Smithville

115 Norma Jean Blvd. Smithville, TX 78957

(512)589-3484

Welcome to Hill Country Fly Fishing! Gamefish found in the area include small mouth and large mouth bass. Gar, catfish, carp, freshwater drum and many…

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Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa

Bastrop
West Bastrop County

575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road, Cedar Creek, TX

(855) 923-7851

The Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa is a luxurious wilderness escape located between Austin and Bastrop, Texas. The property covers 405 lush acres…

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Kayak Rentals in Smithville

Smithville

106 Royston St
Smithville, Texas 78957

(512) 237-3282 Ext 7

Smithville Parks & Recreation Department rents kayaks for use on the Colorado River and at Buescher State Park. Please contact the department during for full…

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Lake Bastrop North Shore Airstreams

Bastrop

603 FM 1441, Bastrop TX 78602

512-498-1922

Try a bit of “glamping” in one of our five Airstream campers near the lake north of Bastrop, Texas.  Each sleeps up to four people…

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Lake Bastrop Trails

Bastrop

375 South Shore Road, Bastrop, TX 78602

This scenic trek from one end of Lake Bastrop to the other goes just over four miles, through oak and mesquite-covered hills into pine woods,…

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LCRA Lake Bastrop North Shore Park

Bastrop

603 FM 1441, Bastrop, TX 78602

512-498-1922

This family-friendly, 182-acre park offers watercraft rentals, picnic areas, hike and bike trails, and a camp store for snacks and souvenirs. Tent camping, glamping, iconic…

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LCRA Lake Bastrop South Shore Park

Bastrop

375 South Shore Road, Bastrop, TX 78602

512-498-1922

Choose your adventure at this 176-acre park that offers watercraft rentals, hike and bike trails, and a camp store for snacks and souvenirs. The 900-acre…

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Liberty Creek Stables

Cedar Creek
Other Communities

186 Martin Crossing Drive
Cedar Creek, Texas 78612

512-517-9892

Liberty Creek Stables in Cedar Creek, Texas offers riding lessons, horse training, pony rides, and trail rides, and is a continuation of the Horse program…

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