Bastrop State Park
Bastrop, Texas
Camp, Hike, and Mountain Bike
The park provides opportunities for backpacking, camping, picnicking, canoeing (park rents canoes), swimming (pool), golfing, wildlife viewing, hiking and interpretive programs.Whether you are a beginner or an expert rider, you will find what you are looking for on Park Road 1C between Bastrop and Buescher state parks. Enjoy the 12-mile scenic ride through the Lost Pines of east Central Texas.
More Information
Bastrop State Park — Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
For more than 70 years, folks have visited Bastrop State Park to enjoy its history and marvel at the Lost Pines. Forest fires and floods have ravaged the park in recent years. Now comes rebirth: new trees, new plants and new life. Come see the park’s recovery from nature’s fury. We’re just 32 miles east of Austin.
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/bastropNever modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Bastrop, Texas
- Head east on Chestnut St toward Hill St (1.2 mi)
- Continue onto TX-21 E (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Park Rd 1 (161 ft)
- Turn left to stay on Park Rd 1Destination will be on the right(0.5 mi)
The park is one mile east of Bastrop on Texas 21, also accessible from the east on Texas 71 or by way of Buescher State Park along Park Road 1.
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