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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Bastrop State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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2. Bastrop County Museum and Visitor Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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3. Lost Pines Art Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Lost Pines Art Center

4. Fitties BBQ

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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5. Southside Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
© Southside Market & Barbeque

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • As you enter Bastrop, Texas over the iconic old iron bridge, you’ll find a main street bustling with modern-day restaurants, shops, and Texas two-stepping bars.
  • Surrounding the city center is the Lost Pines region, a paradise for outdoor recreation enthusiasts or the casual explorer.

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