Get outside
Things to do in Bastrop
State parks, the Colorado River, Lake Bastrop and the playgrounds locals actually use.
The big outdoors
- Bastrop State ParkHiking and biking trails through the Lost Pines, a seasonal swimming pool, cabins and camping, plus historic buildings built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.
- Buescher State ParkA quieter park near Smithville with a small lake, fishing and camping.
- The Colorado RiverPaddle the El Camino Real Paddling Trail, fish from Fisherman's Park or walk the river trails downtown.
- Lake BastropLCRA's North Shore and South Shore parks have fishing, paddling, swimming areas and camping.
- McKinney Roughs Nature ParkLCRA's nature park near Cedar Creek, with miles of hiking and horseback trails above the river.
- Hyatt Regency Lost PinesA resort on the river with dining, a spa and seasonal events that locals enjoy too.
Parks and playgrounds in Bastrop
- Fisherman's ParkCovered pavilion, fenced playground, splash pad, fishing pier, boat ramp and sports courts on the river.1200 Willow St
- Bob Bryant Park23 acres with a playground, nature trail, river overlook, canoe dock, fishing pier and sports fields.600 Charles Blvd
- Ferry ParkDowntown riverside park with picnic tables, a playground and swings.502 Water St
- Fireman's ParkNeighborhood park close to downtown.600 Hill St
- Mayfest ParkEvent grounds and open space by the river.25 American Legion Dr
- Minerva Delgado ParkCovered pavilion, playground, basketball court and BBQ pits.709 Laurel St
- Kerr Community ParkShaded playground, restroom and picnic tables.1308 Walnut St
- Jewell Hodges ParkPlayground that serves the neighboring Little League fields.1200 Linden St
- Hunters Crossing ParkTrails and two playgrounds.301 Hunters Crossing Blvd
Worth the short drive
- Webberville ParkThree-plus playgrounds, trails, pavilions and volleyball. One of the best playgrounds in the area.305 Park Ln, Webberville
- Southeast Metropolitan ParkAll-abilities playground. Follow the signs to the dinosaur playground once inside.4511 Hwy 71 E, Del Valle
- Railroad ParkPlayscapes, shaded picnic tables, historic train cars and restrooms.113 NW 1st St, Smithville
- Elgin parksMorris Memorial, Thomas Memorial, Veterans' Memorial and Elgin Memorial parks, plus the Elgin Parks and Recreation Center.Elgin
What's happening this week
Markets, festivals, live music and community events change every week. The Bastrop blog and the Friday roundup email keep up with them.
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