Outdoor
Adventure
Seven State Parks within 45 minutes. Hiking, cycling, wildlife watching, and stargazing under genuinely dark skies — one of the last great Hill Country frontiers.
Six Ways to
Get Outside
Hiking
Hundreds of miles of trails across seven state parks. From easy riverside walks to challenging granite summit climbs, there is a trail for every level.
Cycling
The Hill Country's rolling terrain and low-traffic back roads make it a premier cycling destination. The Fredericksburg to Johnson City corridor is a favorite route.
Wildlife Watching
White-tailed deer, wild turkey, axis deer, and golden-cheeked warblers are just the beginning. The Hill Country is one of the most biodiverse regions in Texas.
Stargazing
Johnson City sits in one of the darkest sky corridors in Central Texas. On a clear night, the Milky Way is visible with the naked eye — a vanishing experience elsewhere.
Swimming Holes
Natural limestone swimming holes, spring-fed rivers, and state park swimming areas provide cool relief from the Texas summer heat.
Fishing
The Pedernales River, Blanco River, and Highland Lakes offer excellent bass, catfish, and perch fishing year-round.
Seven Parks,
One Backyard
Pedernales Falls SP
Dramatic limestone waterfalls on the Pedernales River. Swimming holes, hiking trails, and some of the best wildflower viewing in Texas.
Enchanted Rock SNA
A massive pink granite dome rising 425 feet above the surrounding terrain. Summit hikes, rock climbing, and extraordinary stargazing.
Garner State Park
The Frio River, pecan groves, and nightly outdoor dancing. One of the most beloved state parks in Texas — and one of the most popular.
Inks Lake State Park
Crystal-clear water, pink granite outcroppings, and a 9-mile hiking trail. Camping, kayaking, and swimming in one of the most scenic parks in the chain.
Guadalupe River SP
The Guadalupe River carves through limestone canyons here. Tubing, swimming, and riverside camping in a canyon setting unlike anything else in Central Texas.
Colorado Bend SP
Remote, rugged, and spectacular. Gorman Falls — a 70-foot waterfall — is one of the most stunning natural features in the entire state.
Blanco State Park
Right in the town of Blanco, this small park sits along the Blanco River. Tubing, swimming, and picnicking within 15 minutes of Johnson City.
Ready to Find Your
Place Out Here?
Carol Whisenant has spent 30 years building deep roots in Central Texas real estate.
