Highland Lakes roads see a rise in slow-moving traffic each spring and summer. It’s not caused by tourists who missed their turn but by a collection of turtles that call this part of the Texas Hill Country home. Crossing a Read more…
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May kicks off nesting season for Texas turtles, a time when the shelled mothers-to-be head out in search of the perfect place to lay their eggs. One tell-tale sign is an increased number of turtles attempting to cross the road. Read more…
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The Highland Lakes’ biggest cat is not that fat tabby you’ve been feeding in your backyard; it’s actually the mountain lion. But don’t expect to see one. Mountain lion sightings are rare. The big cat avoids people, is superbly stealthy, Read more…
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The Highland Lakes is home to tons of towering trees: gargantuan cypresses, gnarled oaks, and fragrant junipers. What better way to celebrate Arbor Day or Earth Week than to walk among them? Earth Week, along with National Arbor Day, is Read more…
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Some of the best access points to the fabled hills and shores of the Highland Lakes are through the numerous Lower Colorado River Authority parks and recreation areas. The LCRA is best known for its management of water and energy Read more…
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At a little past 1:30 p.m. on April 8, 2024, the Highland Lakes had a front-row seat to a rare total solar eclipse. The moon swung perfectly between Earth and the sun, creating a series of spectacular cosmic phenomena amid Read more…
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In the spring of 2024, Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park and Resort is adding a fleet of rental mountain bikes to use on freshly built, family-friendly trails and launching an adventure hub with a gear shop, 3-D archery rentals, Read more…
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The winding roads and rolling hills in the Highland Lakes create picture-perfect views. The Highland Lakes features some of the highest elevations in the Hill Country, allowing a scope of land that goes for miles. Catch sweeping views of sparkling Read more…
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Blanco State Park is one of Texas’ smallest state parks, but its size can be deceptive: The park packs a lot, without overpacking, in 104.6 acres. You can swim in the spring-fed Blanco River, hike easy trails, spot wildlife, fish Read more…
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The billowing pink granite of Enchanted Rock emerges from the Texas Hill Country like a stone whale frozen mid-breach on an oak-covered sea. A stunning setting speaks for itself. It doesn’t take an artist to appreciate the majesty of the Read more…
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