Bastrop State Park
Bastrop, TX
March 2008
Bastrop gets high marks from us for Winter camping. I love the lob lolly pines. There is a good fishing hole for the kids. We always manage to catch a few small fish. The hiking trails are well marked and fantastic. It seems like we hiked the whole day in shade due to the tall tree covering.
We spent a week in Piney Hill spot #10 and really enjoyed the seclusion. The loop at the end provided countless hours of bicycle with training wheels riding for our small kids. It was a small walk to the playground and swimming pool area. The pool looks really nice, but since we were winter camping, it wasn't open.
In December 2008, we stayed in the Copperas Creek area and enjoyed that section as well. The kids discovered a new activity...pine needle sledding down the hills.
Pros
- Sewer hookups. Fantastic for a week long Spring Break stay.
- Good playground.
- Good Fishing hole.
- Best hiking in Texas.
- Golf course next door.
- Fantastic shade.
- Close to town, easy to restock on supplies.
- Check out The Roadhouse across from park entrance. Best burgers in town.
- Nice scenic drive that connects to Buescher SP.
- Cabins overlooking the fishing hole.
Cons
- Some of the RV sites are too small (perfect for a pop-up but not good for trailers).
- Reservations are recommended. Sites are first come first occupied.
Rating 9 of 10
Bastrop, TX
March 2008
Bastrop gets high marks from us for Winter camping. I love the lob lolly pines. There is a good fishing hole for the kids. We always manage to catch a few small fish. The hiking trails are well marked and fantastic. It seems like we hiked the whole day in shade due to the tall tree covering.
We spent a week in Piney Hill spot #10 and really enjoyed the seclusion. The loop at the end provided countless hours of bicycle with training wheels riding for our small kids. It was a small walk to the playground and swimming pool area. The pool looks really nice, but since we were winter camping, it wasn't open.
In December 2008, we stayed in the Copperas Creek area and enjoyed that section as well. The kids discovered a new activity...pine needle sledding down the hills.
Pros
- Sewer hookups. Fantastic for a week long Spring Break stay.
- Good playground.
- Good Fishing hole.
- Best hiking in Texas.
- Golf course next door.
- Fantastic shade.
- Close to town, easy to restock on supplies.
- Check out The Roadhouse across from park entrance. Best burgers in town.
- Nice scenic drive that connects to Buescher SP.
- Cabins overlooking the fishing hole.
Cons
- Some of the RV sites are too small (perfect for a pop-up but not good for trailers).
- Reservations are recommended. Sites are first come first occupied.
Rating 9 of 10
