HISTORIC RAILYARD DISTRICT—Llano’s train depot hosts a railroad museum and visitor center. The district features dining, bed-and-breakfast accommodations, a recently-restored railroad hotel, the Dabbs House, antique stores and live entertainment. North end of the Llano River bridge on Texas 16. 325/247-3026.
www.cityofllano.com/155/Historic-Llano.
LLANO COUNTY MUSEUM—County historical displays are housed in a refurbished drug store. North end of Llano River bridge on Texas 16. 325/247-3026.
www.llanomuseum.org.
LLANO FINE ARTS GUILD, INC.—View works by local artists. 503 Bessemer (Texas 16). 325/247-4839.
www.llanofineartsguild.com.
LLANO RED TOP JAIL—This 1895 Romanesque Revival county jail, in operation until 1982, lets guests see what it was like to be locked up in a Wild West boomtown jail. Includes jailer’s quarters, iron jail cells and a gallows tower. 400 Oatman St. One block from the county courthouse. 325/423-2516 or 325/248-0284.
www.llanomainstreet.com.
MARBLE FALLS POP. 6,208
ALT. 764 MAP O-16 Period furniture and exhibits at Schreiner Mansion tell the story of Kerrville’s early days.
Volunteers have created a space that is inviting to birds, butterflies and humans. Free. 100 N. Hackberry St. between Avenue A and Second Street.
www.facebook.com/CooperSpringNaturePark.
HANNA SPRINGS SCULPTURE GARDEN—At Campbell Park, the garden showcases a yearly revolving exhibition of sculpture in a beautiful outdoor setting. Also scattered throughout the Downtown Historic
District are eight murals depicting the rich heritage of Lampasas County. Free. 501 E. North Ave.
www.lafta.org or
www.visionlampasas.com.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN—Courtyard Square is anchored by the historic Lampasas County Courthouse. The Courthouse and area surrounding it are a Nationally Registered Historic District.
www.lampasasdowntown.com.
KEYSTONE SQUARE MUSEUM—Housed in an early frontier building, this museum features changing exhibits devoted to the Texas Rangers, early-day saloon items, Native American artifacts, ranch and home implements, and old-fashioned crafts. 304 S. Western St.
LAMPASAS COUNTY MUSEUM—Lampasas County history is told in this collection of antiques, a mural and diorama of a regional landscape, a model of the Park Hotel (1883-1895) at Hancock Springs and more. Learn more about the county and city through
volunteers sharing Lampasas stories or through books available at the museum. Free. 303 S. Western. 512/556-2224.
WINERIES—Fiesta Winery, Perissos Vineyards and Winery, Pillar Bluff Vineyards and Texas Legato. See WINERIES listing.
LEAKEY POP. 430
ALT. 1,609 MAP Q-13
FRIO CANYON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 830/232-5222.
www.friocanyonchamber.com.
This community (pronounced LAY-key) is in one of the most scenic areas of the rugged Edwards Plateau. Elevations range from 1,500 to 2,400 feet with deep, dramatic canyons cut by the Frio and Nueces rivers. Archaeological excavations show evidence of prehistoric civilizations. During the spring and summer, visitors enjoy tubing the Frio River. In the fall, a colorful autumn display emerges on the tree-covered hills.
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GARNER STATE PARK—The park is 10 miles south on U.S. 83. See CONCAN.
REAL COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM—Historic articles are displayed in period rooms depicting the area’s history. Admission charge. Half-block north of Real County Courthouse. 830/232-5330.
www.realcountyhistoricalmuseum.com.
SCENIC DRIVES—F.M. 337, east and west of town, offers some of the Hill Country’s most spectacular scenery— wooded hills and secluded valleys. West to Camp Wood leads to the picturesque Nueces River. East to Vanderpool and north on F.M. 187 leads to the beautiful Lost Maples State Natural Area. U.S. 83 north skirts the Frio River and 12 miles north, a roadside park offers a spectacular view. Texas 39 east, along the Guadalupe River to Ingram, is another picturesque route.
WILDLIFE ART MUSEUM—Features the arts of taxidermy, sculpture, paintings and carvings. On F.M. 337, three blocks east of U.S. 83.
LLANO POP. 3,306
ALT. 1,029 MAP O-15
LLANO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR CENTER: 100 Train Station Drive. 325/247-5354.
www.llanochamber.org.
Llano is a Main Street Town, its downtown square is a designated National Historical District. The historic 1927 Lantex Theater still shows first-run movies, and visitors enjoy the Llano Country Opry. Llano is known as the “Deer Capital of Texas,” and
the Visitor Center hosts a Hunter Appreciation Event in November. Sportsmen enjoy year-round fishing in the Llano River and Highland Lakes area, while rock hounds hunt for “Llanite” or pan for gold in the Llano River. Most city and county parks offer camping, picnicking with RV hookups, lake and pool swimming, fishing, boat ramps, hiking trails and scenic views. Black Rock and Shaw Island parks are on Lake Buchanan; Robinson City Park is on the Llano River; and the Llano County Community Center (park) and Llano Events Center arena are on the west edge of town.
ENCHANTED ROCK STATE NATURAL AREA— Admission charge. 16710 Ranch Road 965. 830/685- 3636.
www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/enchanted- rock. See FREDERICKSBURG.
MARBLE FALLS/LAKE LBJ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU: 100 Avenue G. 830/693-4449.
www.marblefalls.org.
The city was named for the Colorado River waterfalls over marble outcroppings that were visible before the dam was built to form Lake Marble Falls. The city gained fame for providing the Texas pink granite from nearby Granite Mountain, which was used to construct the Texas State Capitol in Austin. Granite continues to be quarried here and shipped worldwide. Birding opportunities range from hummingbirds and
warblers in spring and summer to bald eagles in winter. Hunting, fishing and camping also are popular. The city also offers golf, spas, dining, art galleries,
shopping and horseback riding opportunities. Beautiful city parks include boat-launch ramps.
BALCONES CANYONLANDS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE—The refuge, open for day use only, focuses on preserving two nesting habitats. The golden-cheeked warbler may be seen on hiking trails at Warbler Vista and Doeskin Ranch. The black-capped vireo may be seen at Shin Oak Observation Deck—excluding the end of March through mid-April to allow vireos to set up nesting territories. From U.S. 183, take F.M. 1869 approximately nine miles to the observation deck; Warbler Vista is west of Lago Vista on R.M. 1431. 512/339-9432.
www.friendsofbalcones.org.
CYPRESS VALLEY CANOPY TOURS—In Spicewood, this eco-adventure destination offers zip-line tours, rope challenges, swimming and picnicking. Call for hours, fees and directions. 512/264-8880.
www.cypressvalleycanopytours.com.
THE FALLS ON THE COLORADO MUSEUM—Preserves the heritage of Marble Falls and the surrounding area. 905 Third St. 830/798-2157.
www.fallsmuseum.org.
FOX MEMORIAL MARKER—A monument overlooking the Colorado River and scenic Hill Country is dedicated to Oscar J. Fox, composer of the classic popular song, “Hills of Home.” In a roadside park on U.S. 281 just south of town.
INKS LAKE STATE PARK—See BUCHANAN DAM.
KRAUSE SPRINGS—Includes a spring-fed swimming pool, picnic area, gardens, hiking, RV and tent camping. Best known for mini-falls at the natural cold spring pool. Admission charge. 404 Krause Spring Road. Southeast of Marble Falls on Texas 71 in Spicewood. 830/693-4181.
http://krausesprings.net/.
LAKE—Lake Marble Falls—This Lower Colorado River Authority lake is one of the Highland Lakes. City parks offer access for fishing, boating and swimming. Lake is within city of Marble Falls. 512/473-3200.
www.lcra.org.
PHOTO: MICHAEL AMADOR/TXDOT
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