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Get Your Glamp On in Bastrop

Welcome to glamping greatness! With two beautiful state parks and the Colorado River running through, Bastrop, TX has several unique and luxurious places to stay in nature. Read on for the top glamping spots in Bastrop: 1) The Reserve at Greenleaf Who hasn't wanted to stay in a luxury yurt? Well…

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The 5 Best Spots for Epic Outdoor Play in Bastrop

With natural beauty like Bastrop’s, the call to play outside is an especially welcome one. Wander among the Lost Pines, drift along the Colorado River, and get a generous lung full of that gorgeous fresh air. Here are our picks for the best places to play in Bastrop for National Play Outside Day on…

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Lose Yourself in a Lost Pines Christmas in Bastrop

There’s something truly magical about a Lost Pines Christmas in Bastrop, TX. It’s a charming, small-town holiday celebration we enjoy every year. Picture just about any Hallmark movie you’ve ever seen and add in historic buildings, super friendly folk, a parade, a huge tree and you’ll have it just…

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Fall in for Pumpkin Festivals and More in Bastrop

We’re pumped for pumpkins, y’all. The color, the spice, the photo potential … yep, Bastrop, TX is all in for all of it. As National Pumpkin Day on October 26, 2022, draws near, set your getaway plans to attend two of the best fall festivals in Central Texas. Head this way for pumpkin patches, hay…

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Pop in for a Pup-Friendly Retreat in Bastrop

We have serious puppy love in Bastrop, so we’re not exaggerating when we say every day is National Dog Appreciation Day here. You and your furry friends are more than welcome to visit. Bastrop is full of pet-friendly places - including several lodging properties and restaurants. Here are a few of…

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Free and Fabulous Things to Do in Bastrop, TX

If it’s true that the best things in life are free, then Bastrop just might be where that rumor started. You can have a great time here and it doesn’t have to cost a dime. Here’s the list of our favorite free things to do in Bastrop. Bastrop State Park The beautiful, peaceful sites in Bastrop State…

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Top Spots to Beat the Heat in Bastrop

Looking to cool off this summer? That’s easily done in Bastrop. Texas is our turf, so we’re pros at staying in the shade. Swimming in the lake, indulging in ice cream, finding fun things to do indoors … yeah we’re definitely cool like that. Read on for a few of our favorite ways to beat the summer…

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