You don’t have to go far to find outdoor adventure and excitement in the Highland Lakes. Check out these community, city, and Lower Colorado River Authority parks. Badu Park, 300 Legion Drive in Llano—Nestled along Llano City Lake near the Read more…
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Spend a few nights under the stars. Whether you’re camping with others or going solo, make your Hill Country camping trip unforgettable with these five easy steps. 1. Know what you want First thing’s first: Know where to lay your Read more…
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LLANO — Native Americans and Spanish explorers knew about the Llano Basin for centuries because of its bounty of white-tailed deer. Later, European settlers relied upon the basin’s wildlife during the early years of what would become Llano County. After World Read more…
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MARBLE FALLS — Sitting in my backyard and watching birds flitting about is quite interesting. They bounce from one feeder to the next, often pushing other birds out of the way to grab a few seeds. Then, with a slight Read more…
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With an abundance of water and granite, swimming holes in the Texas Hill Country are bound to be as plentiful as spring bluebonnets. Out of the numerous hot spots for cooling off, the Kingsland Slab is the one favored by Read more…
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Whether it’s a romantic picnic for two, a family lunch in the sun, or a solo adventure, you can pack a picnic and head to several vibrant green parks with beautiful views. So grab a thick blanket, cheese, drinks, and Read more…
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Native Texans hear this complaint from out-of-towners often: “It is sooo hot here!” (To which the complainer will typically receive an eye roll.) Yes, it’s hot in the Hill Country! In the summer, temperatures can reach 100 degrees and higher Read more…
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The only thing that gives Jim Sheets away is a small, red light perched on his forehead. That and his hurried movement around the Eagle Eye Observatory. He checks his computer then the horizon to the north but isn’t satisfied. Read more…
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The setting is Krause Springs, a beautiful natural swimming hole located in Spicewood. Picture sitting in the shade of ages-old oak and cypress trees creating a canopy overhead. You look straight out to a waterfall trickling down into a deep Read more…
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KINGSLAND — We spent most of the day traveling to places literally high and low in Kingsland, and my story lacked any sort of focus. I asked my new friend on the way back to The Picayune office what you — Read more…
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