Cottages in Bastrop

Beneath towering loblolly pines, the 'Lost Pines' of Bastrop offer a woodland escape unlike anywhere else in central Texas. Main Street's red brick pavements lead past quaint shops and local eateries housed in historic buildings. Bastrop State Park invites hiking through unique pine forests that somehow exist miles from their natural range. The Bastrop Opera House stages performances in a beautifully preserved venue that anchors the cultural scene. Kayak the Colorado River for a different perspective of this charming small town. The Lost Pines Art Centre showcases local talent in a converted historic space. Don't miss McKinney Roughs Nature Park, where trails wind through diverse ecosystems from pine forests to riverside bluffs.