— Lake Bastrop South Shore Park is a stunning natural retreat located near Bastrop, Texas. Offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this scenic park sits on the shores of beautiful Lake Bastrop. Visitors can … Read More

— I truly believe there is not a place near Austin where I can find such tranquil scenes as in Lake Bastrop South Shore Park. During the COVID lockdown in 2020, I used to go to this park to hike … Read More

Sunrise tranquility and reflections at Lake Bastrop South Shore.… Read More

Morning mist rises on Lake Bastrop South Shore park as one coot peacefully swims.… Read More

— As a new week is about to begin, I already have my mind set on my next zen destination: Lake Bastrop South Shore. I last visited this park, just about 45 minutes from home, on February 2020. Having it … Read More

— There are several reasons I like spending time at Lake Bastrop South Shore. One reason is its proximity to home. In just a short forty-five-minute drive, I can be walking surrounded by loblollies. Another reason is the tranquility this … Read More

— Whenever I have a chance to revisit Lake Bastrop South Shore park, I try to take a hike or bike ride along the Swift trail. The trail is short, shaded, and offers incredible views around the lake. The presence … Read More

— Connecting the north shore to Lake Bastrop South Shore, there is a 5-mile (8-km) trail that offers some of the best views in the park. The trail is moderate, but it does have a couple of difficult hilly areas. … Read More

— I have seen deer in several of my hikes and bike rides, but it is generally early in the morning or early evening. Yesterday it was a first for me to see this beautiful white-tailed deer right in the … Read More

— Sometimes a scene is so perfect that there is nothing else needed in post-editing. I spent the last three days enjoying the quietness and beauty of Lake Bastrop South Shore park in Bastrop. Although today the weather is approaching … Read More

— Some friends and I frequently enjoy spending time at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park. It should not be confused with nearby Bastrop State Park. Lake Bastrop offers camping, hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and also has mini cabins for … Read More

Lake Bastrop South Shore Park – Lake Bastrop South Shore Park is a hidden treasure just about 45 minutes southeast of Austin. It should not be confused with Bastrop State Park, which is just a few minutes from it. This … Read More