Travel Blog
Welcome to your guide to exploring the Highland Lakes Region of the Texas Hill Country—a destination defined by scenic waterways, storied towns, and wide-open landscapes.
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Wintry warm-ups in the Highland Lakes: coffee, hot chocolate, tea
The weather outside may be chilly but these hot spots have just what you need to stay warm this winter. If you’re in search of a morning pick-me-up or an […]
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Burnet County music venues with vibes
Burnet County to live music lovers: We have the venues for you—and a lot of them offer free entertainment. Burnet, Marble Falls, Spicewood, and Bertram host a myriad of live […]
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Throw a round at a Burnet County disc golf course
Disc golf is a sport played year-round in the Highland Lakes, and why not? The winters are typically mild, and the trees offer an escape from the summer heat. The […]
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Lakeside luxury at Log Country Cove
Log Country Cove is a 175-acre scenic Texas Hill Country destination located on the Colorado River arm of Lake LBJ. The property is loaded with luxury log cabins. Choose from […]
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Panoramic lake and hill views at Rancho Pacifico
The view goes on forever and the party never ends at Rancho Pacifico in the Highland Lakes. Rancho Pacifico offers sweeping vistas of the lakes and hills overlooking Inks Lake […]
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Historic Bridges of Burnet County
Established in 1852, Burnet County consisted of a collection of small communities spread out over a rugged landscape of creeks, rocky hills, and rivers. Travel was hard, but bridges allowed […]
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July 2024 events in Burnet County
July in the Highland Lakes of Burnet County is overflowing with live music, American pride, and high-octane action. July 3 Honky-Tonk Wednesday at The Globe Theatre 132 W. Vaughn St., […]
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Celebrate Fourth of July 2024 in Burnet County
Burnet County celebrates America’s birthday on July 4 with fireworks displays, live music, and more. Here’s where to go on Independence Day to watch the show: July 4 Marble Falls […]
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Jump in! Swimming holes in the Highland Lakes of Burnet County
Escape the summer heat at a Highland Lakes oasis in Burnet County. In addition to Lake Buchanan, Lake LBJ, Inks Lake, Lake Marble Falls, and Lake Travis, these swimming hot […]
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Fun flows inside and out at Magnolia Lake House on Lake LBJ
Step into Magnolia Lake House and let your vacation begin! The 3,600-square-foot, single-story waterfront home on the Colorado River arm of Lake LBJ comfortably sleeps 18 guests. Located in a […]
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Hit the road to Blue Truck Ranch
Blue Truck Ranch is a rare find and an absolute charmer named after the blue vintage truck parked near its entrance. Guests don’t just get a home—they get the whole […]