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Hill Country Air Tours
Rates start at $175.00
512-715-8844
Municipal Airport
Hwy 281 South
Burnet, Texas, 78611
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BIRDING AND NATURE WALKS IN THE TEXAS HILL COUNTRY |
Burnet County, located in the Texas Hill Country is classified as a "rural" community. It's true - we have no malls or skyscrapers, but at daybreak you can hear quiet. At nightfall you can see millions of stars in the sky. The landscape also features lots of rare and exotic birds that you can glimpse while making your way through hundreds of trails by bike or by hike. |
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BOWLING |
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BREWERY |
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Real Ale Brewery Company
Just a short drive south to neighboring Blanco County, brewery produces spirits such as Fireman's No. 4 Blonde Ale by the barrels. Tasting room opens Fridays from 2-5 pm with tours starting at 4 pm.
830-833-2534
231 San Saba Court
Blanco, TX 78606
www.realalebrewery.com |
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CANOPY, HIKE & BIKE TOURS |
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Cypress Valley Canopy Tours
Spicewood area eco-adventure. Ziip lines spread between platforms above centuries-old Cypress, Live Oak & Ash Junipers. Fly over trees, creeks & canyons at up to 30 miles an hour. Unique group & team building experience.
1223 Paleface RR
Spicewood TX, 78669
512-264-8880
www.cypressvalleycanopytours.com |
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Mike's Bikes
Veteran cyclist, Hill Country resident & bike repair & maintenance shop owner, Mike McKenna, also serves as a great resource for trails, advice, cycling groups and events in Burnet and surrounding counties. Contact Mike to match your skills and preferences.
830-385-3671
Marble Falls, Texas 78611
www.mikesbikesco.com |
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Stumpy Hollow Trail at Inks State Park
1 to 1 1/2 hour moderately strenuous trail the whole family can enjoy while glimpsing Inks Lake, and various wildlife. Highland Lakes Master Naturalists conduct guided hikes on 1st & 3rd Saturdays.
512-389-8900 for reservations.
Park 512-793-2223.
3630 PR 4
Burnet Texas 78611
Inks State Park website |
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CAVING AND SPELUNKING
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Gorman Caves at Colorado Bend State Park
The park offers guided walking wild cave tours & self guided crawling cave explorations. Due to various hazards in the caves, ALL CAVES in the park are closed except through tour or special permit. Reservations are highly recommended due to the limited number of people which can be taken. Contact the park to make reservations & check weather conditions. Substantial footwear is recommended for all tours.
325-628-3240
Box 118
Bend, TX 76824
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Longhorn Cavern State Park
South of Burnet the caves had numerous uses but became a state park in 1932. Formed over millions of years by underground streams, the rooms have smooth, sculpted walls. Used by prehistoric animals & Native Americans, the caves were also a Confederate gunpowder factory, outlaw hideout, speakeasy & a church. The 85 minute tour is 1 1/4 miles. Picnic areas, hiking trails, gift shop & deli counter also on site. Admission. Favorite field trip for schools, civic groups. Unique setting for weddings, reunions & retreats! For more adventurous spelunkers, call Wild Cave Tours/512-756-4680
Park Road 4 off Hwy. 281
Burnet, Texas 78611
512-756-6976/877-441-CAVE
www.longhorncavern.com |
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EVENT PLANNER/TOUR GUIDE |
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Patty Hundley, Tours and Activities Consultant
ATGA Certified & long-time resident Patty Hundley offers local expertise & organizational skills to your event. Specialties include: step-on, Hill Country, wine, museum, gallery & park tours as well as dinners & parties. Destination management & customized itneraries for corporate, wedding, & other groups also available. Independent guide with over 25 years experience in guided adult & student group tours.
830-798-8695
or 512-755-4664
E-mail: phundley@281.com |
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EXOTIC ZOO |
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Exoctic Zoo and Resort
Just a short drive up Hwy 281 near Johnson City, zoo features 80 species of animals from around the world at 137-acre habitat. Petting zoo, picnic area & 45-minute guided tour enjoyed by kids of all ages.
830-868-4357
235 Zoo Trail
Johnson City, Texas
www.zooexotics.com |
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FARMER'S MARKET & PICK YOUR OWN PRODUCE |
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Burnet County Farmers Market
Saturday from 9am-1pm. June-November on the historic square in Burnet. Just picked seasonal fruit, vegetables, eggs, homemade desserts, jellies, sauces from local growers. Variety of organics.
203 E. Jackson St.
Burnet, Texas 78611
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Hairston Creek Farm
Participates at Burnet County Farmers Market.
4300 Co Rd 335
Burnet, Tx 78611
512-756-8380
info@hairstoncreekfarm.com
www.hairstoncreekfarm.com |
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Longhorn Organic Farms
Mon-Wed-Fri & Sat from 9:30am-4pm. Part of Camp Longhorn on Hoover Valley Rd, fresh organic tomatoes, orkra, peppers, other seasonal choices.
1 Camp Longhorn Road
Burnet, TX 78611
Phone: 512-793-2811
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McCall Creek Farms
Varities change with the seasons, but always fresh, homegrown fruits & vegetables available throughout the year.
Hours: Sat 9am-6pm & Sun 11am-6pm.
4524 N US Hwy 281
Blanco, Texas 78606
830-833-0442
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Sweet Berry Farm
Pick your own strawberries, blackberries in spring/early summer. Pumpkin patch, gourds, other seasonal produce in fall. A day of family fun with farm animals, picnic area, hayrides, homemade ice cream. Check website for seasonal hours.
1801 FM 1980
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
Phone: 830-798-1462
www.sweetberryfarm.com |
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HORSEBACK RIDING |
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Colbert Ranch
Family owned & operated. Offering horseback riding for all levels of experience & a variety of cowboy activities.
2505 S FM 1174
Bertram, TX
512-355-3225
www.ridecolbertranch.com |
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Post Oak Farm
Horseback Riding for novice to advanced riders 8 years old and older is available at Post Oak Farm in Burnet. 1 /1/2 hour rides on their gentle ranch geldings in the heart of Texas Hill Country. $50 per person. Advance Reservations are required. The Post Oak also offers riding lessons, training and horse boarding.
512-756-4647
www.postoakfarm.com |
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MINIATURE GOLF |
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Rockhopper's Family Fun Center
18-hole mini course, arcade, miniature bowling.
1501 US Hwy 281 N.
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
830-693-4386
www.rockhoppersonline.com |
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MOVIES AND LIVE THEATRE |
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Burnet Gunfighters Association
Want a real Texas cowboy to show up at your next event? Members of this group perform regularly for train stop visitors and at other major events in the area. Call them for a schedule or invite them to your next event.
P. O. Box 773
Burnet, TX 78611
512-756-1872
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Showbiz 8 Movie Theater
1st run movies on 8 screens. Tuesday is bargain day with matinee prices & $1 hot dogs. 2600 N Us Highway 281 Marble Falls, TX 7865 830-798-8463 Map |
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Hill Country Community Theater
Offering great family entertainment with live-theatre productions throughout the year.
4003 W FM 2147,
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
830-693-2474
www.hcct.org |
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Uptown Marble Theatre
In the Historic District of Marble Falls, the theatre is operated by Uptown Marble Arts Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the arts & entertainment. Live music of all genres, drama, & comedy share the stage with community forums, student plays &seminars.
218 Main Street
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
830-693-9996
www.uptownmarble.com |
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PAINT BALL |
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Highland Lakes Paint Ball |
75 acres of fields to challenge all skill levels. Sat. & Sun. sessions begin at 10 a.m. & 1 p.m., but staff can accommodate prearrnged group sessions.
830-798-9820
7420 East RM 1431
Marble Falls, Texas 78654 |
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STAR PARTIES |
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Eagle Eye Observatory at Canyon of the Eagles
Run by the Austin Astronomical Society & equipped with a 16-inch Ealing "Educator" Telescope & 12.5-inch Newtonian Telescope. First time viewers & seasoned astronomers, young & old marvel at the moon and planets, glowing gas cloud nebulae, star clusters and distant galaxies. Monthly public Star Parties hosted by AAS. Check dates, deatials at Austin Astronomical Society. Hours: Tues, Fri, Sun nights, weather permitting. Hwy 2341 NE Lake Buchanan Burnet, Texas 78611 800-977-0081 |
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Longhorn Caverns State Park
Cavern tours every hour beginning 10am-4pm daily. Large gift shop with unique gifts & souvenirs. Climb to the top of a 2-1/2 story observation tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corp. in the 1930's. Visit pictorial museum dedicated to the men who spent 8 years cleaning the cavern so that others may enjoy it. Snack bar & grill.
512-756-4680
For more adventurous spelunkers, call 512-756-4680 and ask about our Wild Cave Tours.
www.longhorncaverns.com |
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PUBLIC POOLS & SWIMMING AREAS |
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Bertram
512-355-3609
607 W. Vaughn
Betram, Texas 78605
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Devil’s Water Hole
Inks Lake State Park
512-793-2223
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Krause Springs Park
Camping, picnic area, hiking, spring fed swimming pool
Admission fee
830-693-4181
404 Krause Springs Rd.
Spicewood, Texas 78669
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Galloway Hammond Rec Center
Open daily except Sunday. Facility also includes gym & indoor basketball court.
512-756-6180
1601 S. Water
Burnet, Texas 78611
www.gallowayhammond.com |
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Granite Beach Water Park
On Lake LBJ
830-693-1752
200 S. Wirtz Dam
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
www.lakelbjmarina.com/waterpark.htm |
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Marble Falls
Open May-Sept. 11:00am to 7:00pm
830-693-4231
305 Buena Vista
Marble Falls, Texas 78654
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SHOOTING RANGE |
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TRAIN RIDE |
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Hill Country Flyer
Authentic & scenic steam train ride from Cedar Park (near Austin) to Bertram & Burnet. Kids of all ages enjoy the scenic countryside. Historic railroad equipment includes1960 diesel Alco engine for weekend train rides through the Hill Country. 512-477-8468 for reservations.
www.austinsteamtrain.org |
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WILD WEST SHOW |
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Burnet Gunfighter's Reenactment
In conjuction with Hill Country Flyer's arrival at about 1:45p.m. Sat. & Sun. Costumed actors recreate a scene from the old west complete with gunfighter's shoot out, (weather permitting).
512-756-1872
One block west of historic courthouse square on League St.
Burnet, Texas 78611
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Be sure to check out what the lakes in Burnet County have to offer by visiting our travel guides for Lake Buchanan, Inks Lake, Lake LBJ, and Lake Travis.
If you’d prefer to search for activities and accommodations by city name, see our visitor's guides for Bertram, Burnet, Granite Shoals, Kingsland, Marble Falls, and Spicewood. |
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