Hill Country, Texas
Maybe it's the serene valleys tucked between rolling, cedar-studded hills... or the abundant indigo and scarlet wildflowers of spring. Perhaps it's the cypress trees that line meandering riverbanks... or the friendly small towns where time ticks at a slower tock. Then again, it could be the siren song of Austin's musical melting-pot. Whatever the appeal, the Texas Hill Country captivates fans the world over.
Explore Hill Country
Crockett County Museum
While in Ozona you are invited to visit the three-story Crockett County Museum –
Ozona, TX MuseumsNew Braunfels Conservation Plaza
Since its inception in June of 1964, the New Braunfels Conservation Society has worked to preserve the priceless buildings and artifacts of our distint heritage. The non-profit organization is open to all who are interested in preserving the natural beauty of our community and its proud ancestry.
New Braunfels, TX MuseumsLake Travis Boating
Due to low water levels, most public boat ramps on this lake are closed; however, the unimproved ramp at Dink Pearson Park is now usable. Canoes and other small boats may launch from the bank. Visit the LCRA website for updates on ramp conditions by clicking on link listed at bottom of page.
, TX BoatingGranger Lake Hunting
Granger Lake is one of Central Texas's best kept secrets for fishing and hunting. Some 10,800+ acres of hunting area are licensed to Texas Parks and Wildlife for public hunting.
, TX HuntingCrockett County Heritage Appreciation Monument
"The Tie That Binds" is a memorial to the pioneer families that came to settle this land and to those who followed. It signifies the work, the determination, and the hardships endured by our ancestors.
Ozona, TX MonumentsStillhouse Hollow Lake Boat Ramps
Stillhouse Hollow Lake provides boat access with developed concrete ramps at five locations around the lake and a small hand launch in the Lampasas River. Stillhouse Park
, TX BoatingStillhouse Hollow Lake Fishing
Largemouth bass is the most abundant sportfish in the reservoir, although there is also a good population of smallmouth bass. Fair to good populations of channel catfish are also available.
, TX FishingFort Lancaster State Historic Site
The 82-acre park was originally donated to Crockett County in 1965 by the Meadows and Benckenstein families for preservation and public use of the site and was transferred to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in 1968. Today it is managed by the Texas Historical Commission.
Ozona, TX Historic SitesGranger Lake Fishing
Fishing at Granger Lake varies throughout the year. Large catfish, along with the annual crappie and white bass runs bring many people to the lake for a taste of good Texas fishing. The largest black bass caught to date at Granger Lake had a certified weight of 11.62 lbs, White Bass 2.64
, TX Fishing