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.
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Fort 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 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 HuntingStillhouse Hollow Hiking
Dana Peak Trail - This trail is located on Dana Peak Road before the main entrance to the park. This trail is designed for hiking, biking or equestrian use with a corral and water trough for the horses. This is a free area that is open from daylight till dark year round.
, TX TrailsCrockett 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 MonumentsGeorgetown Lake Camping
Cedar Breaks and Jim Hogg Park at Lake Georgetown are the developed camping areas and are known for their family atmosphere and abundant wildlife. Park Attendants and Park Hosts reside in the parks to serve our customers. The parks are open year round from 6:00 am - 10:00
, TX CampingGeorgetown Lake Fishing
Lake Georgetown contains a high density largemouth bass population. The size structure of this fish population has been improving since the implementation of a 14 - 18 inch slot length limit in September 1993. Several catches of largemouth bass over 10 pounds were documented in 1999 and 2000
, TX FishingGranger Lake Multi-Use Trails
The Granger Lake Willis Creek Park Trails are open to hikers, bikers, and equestrian users. OVERALL TRAIL USE: - Use of trails is not permitted on scheduled hunt days. - Trails are multi-use. Hikers and bikers always yield to equine and pass on equine's left.
, TX TrailsGranger 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 FishingGeorgetown Lake Boating
Boat ramps are located at 3 parks at Lake Georgetown. The ramps located at Cedar Breaks Park and Jim Hogg Park are open year round from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm with a 24 hour exit. The ramp at Russell Park is open from April 1 - September 30 from 6:00 am to dusk. All of the ramps are 4
, TX BoatingStillhouse 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 Boating