Bastrop State Park
3005 Hwy 21 East
Bastrop TX 78602
(Note: Address does not show up in most mapping software)
512/321-2101
History: Bastrop State Park is 5,926 total acres; approximately 30 miles southeast of Austin in Bastrop County. It is the site of the famous "Lost Pines," an isolated timbered region of loblolly pine and hardwoods. The park was acquired by deeds from the city of Bastrop and private owners from 1933 to 1935; the park opened in 1937. Additional acreage was acquired in 1979. Original improvements at the park were made by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
- Interpretive
Guide to Bastrop / Buescher State Park
(PDF 1.4 MB) - Bastrop State Park: Carrizo Interpretive Trail (PDF 474.5 KB)
Activities: The park provides
opportunities for backpacking, camping, picnicking, canoeing (park rents canoes),
swimming (pool), golfing, wildlife viewing, hiking, and interpretive programs.
Biking - Whether you are a beginner or an expert rider, you
will find what you are looking for on Park Road 1C between Bastrop and Buescher
State Parks. Enjoy the 12 mile scenic ride through the Lost Pines of East
Central Texas. This roller coaster ride is part of the MS-150 (famed bike
race from Houston to Austin.). The scenery is unmatched. Call the park for
more information.
Scenic Drives (Field Trips on Wheels) - Get in the car and
go for a leisurely drive along Park Road 1C between Bastrop and Buescher State
Parks. This scenic 12-mile drive will take you through the beautiful Lost
Pines of East Central Texas. Turn down the radio and enjoy the serenity of
the forest along this quiet drive. Call the park for more information.
Fishing - Bring your pole and enjoy some good ol’ fishing
along the banks of Bastrop State Park Lake. If you can’t reach them
from the bank, you can rent one of the canoes and relax out in the open waters.
Call the park for more information. Fishing
Tip Sheet for Bastrop State Park (PDF 126.4 KB)
Golf: A golf course, operated by the Lost Pines Golf Club,
is one of the finest and most scenic 18-hole golf courses in Central Texas.
The course is 6152 yards long, has Bermuda grass greens, is playable year-round,
and has electric and pull carts available for rent. More
information about golf at Bastrop State Park.
Watch
video of Bastrop State Park.- Check the Calendar for events and access restrictions scheduled within the next 3 months
- More Information on outdoor activities from the Experience Texas page
Volunteer Information: For information on volunteer opportunities at the park contact the volunteer coordinator at (512) 237-2241.
Friends of the Lost Pines State Parks - The Friends of the Lost Pines State Parks was organized to assist in the promotion, interpretation and operation of Bastrop and Buescher State Parks. As a fund raising and service group, the goal of the friends is to help in the overall operation of the park through sponsoring events, helping fund projects and raising the awareness of Bastrop and Buescher State Parks as an asset to the community and surrounding areas. For more information go to the Friends of Lost Pines State Parks web site.
Go to the Volunteer Opportunities page for information on the many volunteering options available at State Parks & Historic Sites.
Area Attractions: Nearby attractions include Lake Bastrop, which offers 900 surface acres of water suitable for boating, fishing, swimming and water skiing. A pleasant 13-mile scenic drive through forest leads to Buescher State Park, another beautiful forested area. Other parks within a 50-mile radius include Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway, McKinney Falls State Park and Monument Hill/Kreische Brewery State Historic Sites. The nearby communities of Bastrop and Smithville boast many historic buildings and convenient locations for dining and shopping. The State Capitol at Austin is 32 miles away. You may want to refer to nearby Lower Colorado River Authority parks.
Campsites & Other Facilities: include restrooms with showers; picnic sites; backpack areas along an 8.5-mile hiking trail; 3.5 additional miles of hiking trails; campsites with water; campsites with water and electricity; cabins; lodges; group barracks; and a dining hall (accommodates 90); a swimming pool; an outdoor sports area; a trail area; a day-use dining hall (refectory) with a kitchen area, tables and chairs for 90, a patio area, air-conditioning, and two fireplaces; and a sponsored youth group area. Special rates are available. The rustic cabins , which accommodate two to six people, overlook a small lake and each has air-conditioning, a microwave and kitchen facilities (linens and towels are furnished, but no utensils, dishes, or silverware).
Don't forget to visit the Texas State Park Store. The park has a large 60' X 100' freshwater swimming pool (equipped with two children's wading pools). Lifeguards are provided during pool hours. Special Conditions: (1) Any cabin or lodge reservation for either Friday or Saturday must include both nights. Hotel/motel tax is added to cabin rates. (2) All trails are restricted to foot traffic only; however, Park Road 1C provides a 13-mile scenic ride popular among cyclists. Absolutely no pets in the cabin area. Wireless internet access (Wi-Fi) is available for park visitors to use. Listing of State Parks with wireless internet access.
- Fees
- Map
of Park (PDF 138.7 KB)
- Map
of Park & Lost Pines Hiking Trail (PDF 1.4 MB)
Check
availability/make reservations on-line for Bastrop S.P.
You can also make e-mail reservation,
fax reservations or phone
reservations.
Natural Features: The beautiful Lost Pines of Texas bring visitors back to the park year after year. The loblolly pine woodland is isolated from the main body of East Texas Pines by approximately 100 miles of rolling, post oak woodlands. This pine-oak woodland covers approximately seventy square miles and is part of most westerly stand of loblolly pines in the state. A quiet woodland and rugged hills make this park one of the most beautiful in Texas. Many species of wildlife such as white-tail deer, rabbits, squirrels, opossums and armadillos scurry through the woods. A checklist of the bird life of Bastrop and Buescher State Parks is available at the park headquarters.
More information on Wildlife mentioned here:
Elevation: 374 to 600 ft.
Weather: Average rainfall: 36.5. January minimum 38 degrees
and maximum 96 degrees.
Schedule: Open 7 days a week year-round. There is no gate. Check the Calendar for events and access restrictions scheduled within the next 3 months.
Directions: The park is one mile
east of Bastrop on Texas 21, also accessible from the east on Texas 71 or
by way of Buescher State Park along Park Road 1.
The Park HQ is located at:
Latitude (degrees, minutes, seconds) N: 30° 06' 36.61"
Longitude (degrees, minutes, second) W: 97° 17' 12.98"
Contact:
Bastrop State Park
PO Box 518
Bastrop, TX 78602-0518
512/321-2101
Current conditions including, fire bans & water levels, can vary from day to day. For more details, contact the park.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744