Texas summers are known for being a bit on the hot side, so places to cool down are a welcome relief. Fortunately, Bastrop offers plenty of spots for a relaxing swim, play in the water, and have a great time! The following are just a few of the numerous locations where you can soak in Bastrop’s…
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A fierce advocate for abolition and women’s rights — as well as the first woman to ever lead an armed military operation in the United States — Harriet Tubman is perhaps one of the most well-known figures of American history. This incredible person is widely perceived as an icon of absolute courage…
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Launch your summer right this Memorial Day weekend in Bastrop, TX. Lounge by Lake Bastrop, drift along the Colorado River, camp among the famous Loblolly Pines, or settle in for some live music and great home cooking in Downtown Bastrop. Here are our picks: Camp in the Lost Pines Whether a comfy…
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Juneteenth is an important holiday in Bastrop. Also known as Freedom Day, it celebrates the day 250,000 enslaved Black people were freed in Texas on June 19, 1865. Although the Emancipation Proclamation became effective in 1863, some former Confederate states didn’t comply until years later. On that…
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Bastrop, as well as being one of the most charming places to visit in the great state of Texas, prides itself on its deep connection to the various cultures and traditions of the diverse population of people who call it home. As such, you’ll find a thriving Hispanic community here in Bastrop. This…
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As any Texan knows, summertime in the Lone Star State tends to be a bit on the warm side. However, Bastrop is the perfect destination for a summer getaway, with hundreds of indoor and outdoor activities to keep you cool. It’s not too early to make your vacation plans; the hard part is choosing from…
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Anyone who has ever lived in or visited Bastrop knows this city is a special place. It’s especially perfect as a getaway for anyone living in Houston, San Antonio, Austin or Dallas. You’ll discover the hospitality that Texas is known for, but in Bastrop, you’ll find so much more. When you’re…
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Over the last few years, Texas has certainly gotten used to colder winters, but that doesn’t mean we aren’t anxious to get back to sunnier skies. Luckily, it’s officially spring, and Bastrop is defrosting all across the board. It’s the perfect time of year to visit Texas’s most charming small town…
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Few events bring out the kids in all of us quite like a total solar eclipse. Well, get ready, Texas and the world, because the super science show is coming to North Texas on April 8, and Bastrop will be front and center for this exciting display. Make the celestial event an even more memorable one…
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For many students, spring break is the highlight of the first half of the year. Even if your school days are behind you, there’s something about those first few weeks of spring that makes you itch to pack up and get away for a weekend or two. If you’ve never considered spring breaking in Bastrop…
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