Longhorn Caverns State Park is a delightful state park in Burnet County, originally developed in 1938 and dedicated as a National Natural Landmark in 1971. The 645-acre Texas Hill Country park is anchored around the cave of the same name, which has been used as a shelter in the area since prehistoric times and is connected to the legend of outlaw Sam Bass' stolen fortune. It is one of the world's most unique caves due to its unusual underground stream beds, which were cut from solid limestone due to the dissolving of groundwater. Throughout the 1920s, the cavern was used as a speakeasy that hosted performing musicians. Today, the cave is used as a music venue once again as part of the Simple Sounds concert series. Visitors can hike at the park's delightful nature trails of learn about the work of the Civilian Conservation Corps throughout Texas as part of historic exhibits.

6211 Park Road 4 S, Burnet, TX 78611, Phone: 512-715-9000

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