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BLACK ROCK PARK—About 18 miles west on Lake Buchanan. See BUCHANAN DAM.


BURNET COUNTY PARK—This excellent fishing camp is on the east side of Lake Buchanan. Access via Texas 29 west, R.M. 2341 north.


CANYON OF THE EAGLES—The 900-acre nature park features a lodge and and miles of hiking trails, including the “Bird and Butterfly Trail.” The Eagle Eye Observatory is one of the few public-access observatories in the country. Facilities include several 22-inch telescopes, as well as sites for the public to set up their own scopes. Star parties and programs offered. Includes RV and primitive overnight sites. Call for reservations and information: Take R.M. 2341 from Texas 29. 800/977-0081.


FORT CROGHAN MUSEUM—This frontier fort features a restored powder house, stone and log buildings, exhibits, restored carriages, furniture and relics. On Texas 29 West. 512/756-8281. www.fortcroghan.org.


The castle-like Brown County Museum of History in Brownwood tells the area’s tale.


intersection of Burnet and Crockett drives, Camp Bowie Industrial Area.


LAKE—Lake Brownwood—This lake offers parks and boat docks; swimming, fishing and boating. Also includes Lake Brownwood State Park. About 10 miles north of Brownwood off Texas 279. 325/643-2609.


LAKE BROWNWOOD STATE PARK—This 538-acre park has swimming, fishing, boating, camping and golfing. It includes CCC stone cabins, lodges, a recreation hall and large group facilities. Admission and camping fees. About 23 miles northwest via Texas 279 and Park Road 15. 325/784-5223. www.tpwd.texas.gov/ state-parks/lake-brownwood.


MARTIN AND FRANCES LEHNIS RAILROAD MUSEUM—This museum exhibits the railroad history of Brownwood, Central Texas and the American South- west. It includes model trains, railroad equipment, interactive telegraph equipment, photographs and train sounds. Admission charge. 700 E. Adams St. 325/643-6376. www.ci.brownwood.tx.us/lrm.


BUCHANAN DAM POP. 1,524


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BUCHANAN DAM VISITOR CENTER—Area information and a gift shop. A quarter-mile west of Buchanan Dam on Texas 29. 512/793-2803. www.buchanan-inks.com.


The dam, dedicated in 1937, is one of the largest of its kind in the U.S. This community grew at the construction site of the dam. It is a popular center for tourist activity on and around Lake Buchanan.


BLACK ROCK PARK—This park on the western shore of Lake Buchanan has swimming, fishing, boating, tent and RV sites, heated and air-conditioned cabins, and a playground. Admission charge. On Texas 261. 800/776-5272 x3366. www.lcra.org/parks.


INKS LAKE STATE PARK—The park is on Inks Lake. It offers camping, backpacking and hiking. Fishing, hiking, swimming, boating, and canoe and kayak rentals are offered. Advanced reservations recommended. Since Inks Lake stays at a constant level, droughts do not affect water-related activities. Admission charge. East on Texas 29, south on Park Road 4. 512/793-2223.www.tpwd.texas.gov/ state-parks/inks-lake.


LAKES—Inks Lake—This Lower Colorado River Authority lake is one of the Highland Lakes. Access from Inks Lake State Park. It offers fishing, boating, swimming and marinas. South of Buchanan Dam via Park Road 4. 512/473-3200. www.lcra.org. Lake Buchanan—This Lower Colorado River


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Authority reservoir is the highest and broadest of the Highland Lakes. Several parks offer fishing, boating, picnicking and camping. Includes boat ramps and marinas. At Lake Buchanan community on Texas 29; also accessible from Llano and Burnet. 512/473-3200. www.lcra.org/parks.


LONGHORN CAVERN STATE PARK—About 12 miles southeast. See BURNET.


VANISHING TEXAS RIVER CRUISE—See BURNET. WINERY—Fall Creek Vineyards. See WINERIES listing.


BUDA POP. 10,822


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STAGECOACH HOUSE AND VISITOR CENTER: 880 Main St. 512/295-7170. www.budatxtourism.com.


Buda, south of Austin, is billed as the “Outdoor Capital of Texas.” Community amenities include the 52-acre Buda Sportsplex park with a lengthy trail system, fishing pond and playground. 512/312-0084. Events include the Buda County Fair and Wiener


Dog Races in April; Red, White and Buda in July; and Budafest in December.


HISTORIC DOWNTOWN DISTRICT—Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, this downtown district is features shops, restaurants and businesses anchored by historic buildings along Main Street, including the Carrington House and the 1898 mercantile store. Historic Stagecoach Park—This 51-acre park off


Main Street features an ADA-compliant trail system, an 1880 Stagecoach House, the 1876 Onion Creek Post Office (Hays County’s first), a fishing pond, overlooks, an amphitheater, memorial garden and informational kiosks.


BURNET POP. 6,144


ALT. 1,319


BURNET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 101 N. Pierce, Suite 1. 512/756-4297. www.burnetchamber.org.


Burnet grew around frontier Fort Croghan. It is an ancient geological area, featuring an outcropping of granite and the famous Longhorn Cavern. Nearby White Bluff (F.M. 2341 off Texas 29) is characterized by beautiful formations created by running and dripping water. The town was designated the Bluebonnet Capital of Texas for its spring wildflower displays. The annual Bluebonnet Festival is held in April. Antique shopping is available around town. Camping and fishing are available on the nearby Highland Lakes.


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HIGHLAND LAKES CAF AIR MUSEUM—Headquarters for the Commemorative Air Force Highland Lakes Squadron. Features WWII fighter planes, firearms, photographs and memorabilia. Admission charge. At Burnet Municipal Airport, south on U.S. 281. 512/756-2226.


HILL COUNTRY FLYER—See CEDAR PARK.


INKS LAKE STATE PARK—About 12 miles west. See BUCHANAN DAM.


LONGHORN CAVERN STATE PARK—Access by tours and special programs only. Features a 1.25-mile, off- trail “wild” cave tour. Picnicking and hiking are available on the grounds. Admission charge. About 11 miles southwest via U.S. 281, Park Road 4. 830/598-2283 or 877/441-2283. www.tpwd.texas.gov/ state-parks/longhorn-cavern.


SCENIC DRIVES—Texas 29 west and R.M. 2341 northwest offer a scenic route to Spider Mountain, which according to legend, was a Native American burial ground. Below the landmark is Bee Bluff, a noted fishing spot. R.M. 2342 offers excellent landscape views, especially at the turnout near the confluence of the Llano and Colorado rivers.


VANISHING TEXAS RIVER CRUISE—From the all- weather decks of the Texas Eagle II, visitors see wildflowers, birds and sheer cliffs (April-June); one of the largest colonies of bald eagles (November-March); and a combination scenic wilderness cruise and Fall Creek Winery tour (March-May). Call about additional seasonal tours, and to make reservations. Admission charge. At Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park on Lake Buchanan. Drive west three miles on Texas 29; northwest 20 miles on R.M. 2341. 512/756-6986 or 800/474-8374. www.vtrc.com.


WINERY—Perissos Vineyards and Winery. See WINERIES listing.


CANYON LAKE AREA POP. 22,679


ALT. 720


CANYON LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 3934 F.M. 2673. 800/528-2104. www.canyonlakechamber.com.


Known as “The Water Recreation Capital of Texas,” this popular area developed after Canyon Lake was built. Nestled among the scenic hills of the Texas Hill Country, the area includes Cranes Mill, Hancock, Sattler and Startzville communities. The lake and the Guadalupe River offer an abundance of water-related activities including fishing, boating and tubing.


HERITAGE MUSEUM OF THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY— Museum depicts Native Americans, area’s early pioneers, and the development of Canyon Lake Dam. It is on the site of hundreds of dinosaur tracks that were discovered in the early 1980s. At 4831 F.M. 2673 between Sattler and Startzville. 830/899-4542. www.theheritagemuseum.com.


LAKE—Canyon Lake—An Army Corps of Engineers reservoir. Public parks offer camping, picnicking, boat


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