Buescher State Park
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Take the whole family on a bike ride through the woods. -
Rent a cabin overlooking the park's small lake. -
Reserve this historical picnic shelter for your next group gathering.
Into the Woods
East of Austin and a short drive past Bastrop State Park, you’ll find its sibling, Buescher. Set up camp, hike or bike under tall trees, or fish and paddle the 30-acre lake at this peaceful park.
Things to Do
Visit for the day or spend a weekend – you’ll find plenty to do here!
Hike
Explore nearly six miles of trails through the forest. You’ll pass by oaks and cedars on the Winding Woodlands Trail and hike under towering loblolly pines on the challenging Pine Gulch Trail. Be sure to stop by the Big Tree – it’s a former state champion cedar elm.
Bike
Take your bike on the road or a trail. All trails (except CCC Crossover and Big Tree Trace) are open to mountain biking.
Bike (or drive) scenic Park Road 1C between Bastrop and Buescher state parks. The hilly 12-mile road takes you through recovering and forested areas of the Lost Pines. Learn more about recovery after the Lost Pines Wildfire.
Stay overnight
Choose your campsite: with electricity, with water only, or primitive walk-in. We also have screened shelters and cabins without restrooms. Restrooms with showers are available throughout the park.
Groups
Reserve the historic group hall or pavilion for your next outing. The Civilian Conservation Corps built both in the 1930s.
Civilian Conservation Corps
In addition to the group facilities, the CCC built the lake and dam, a hiking trail, and more. Learn about their efforts here on The Look of Nature: Buescher.
Shopping
Shop for gifts and souvenirs at the park store.
Get involved!
Ask at headquarters how you can help. Or you can:
- Sign up as a volunteer
- Join the Friends of the Lost Pines State Parks
- Donate at the park or online to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation
Ranger Programs
We offer programs on the nature and history of the park; check our Events page for the schedule. Contact the park for special tours.
Tawny crazy ants, an exotic invasive species, are in the park. These ants do not sting. TPWD is working with experts to reduce the number of ants without harming the park’s other wildlife. Learn more about invasive ants.
Kids
Become a Junior Ranger at Buescher!
- Borrow an Explorer Pack loaded with tools.
- Pick up a free Junior Ranger Activity Journal. Complete tasks to earn a badge.
Area Attractions
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