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Bastrop State Park

Park · Bastrop

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Last checked: Nov 3, 2026 · official sitesource

The Lost Pines park just east of downtown Bastrop, with loblolly pine forest regrowing after the 2011 fire, a half-acre fishing lake and CCC-built stone buildings. Kids can borrow an explorer pack and fishing gear at headquarters.

Ages

  • Ages 0–2
  • Ages 3–5
  • Ages 6–9
  • Ages 10–12

Lost Pines forest walks, a small fishing lake and Junior Ranger packs; best for 3+ on short trail loops

Price

Under $10

$5 per adult per day; kids 12 and under free. Texas State Parks Pass covers entry.

Hours

Opening hours
Monday6 am – 10 pm
Tuesday6 am – 10 pm
Wednesday6 am – 10 pm
Thursday6 am – 10 pm
Friday6 am – 10 pm
Saturday6 am – 10 pm
Sunday6 am – 10 pm

Good to know: Open daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; interpretive center Fri-Sun 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (hours may vary). TPWD says the park often reaches capacity and highly recommends reserving a day pass online before you go (same-day reservations are possible when passes remain). Pool is seasonal (summer).

Setting

Outdoor

  • Good in rain: Not really

Getting there

100 Park Road 1A, Bastrop, TX 78602

Directions Official website (512) 321-2101

Rough drive times

  • about 5 min from Bastrop
  • about 60 min from Central Austin
  • about 60 min from Lockhart
  • about 60 min from Pflugerville / Manor

Estimated from distance, not live traffic.

Parent details

Parking
Day-use parking inside the park; entry is by daily pass (reserve ahead on busy weekends).
Stroller access
PartlyTPWD says the Tree Army Trails are smooth concrete and mostly wheelchair-accessible (some sloped spots on the north side). Other trails are natural surface - bring a carrier.
Restrooms
Yes
Shade
Some
Accessibility
All-terrain wheelchair available during office hours (reserve at 512-321-2101). Concrete Tree Army Trails; ADA parking and day-use area at the Park Road 1A overlook; accessible restrooms in Copperas Creek.

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    FreeOutdoor about 5 min from here

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