Bastrop & Bastrop County

Historic Main Street in downtown Bastrop, Texas, with local storefronts and businesses.

Discover Bastrop & Bastrop County

From historic downtown Bastrop and the Colorado River to pine-covered neighborhoods, growing communities, and country properties throughout Bastrop County, this is where small-town character meets Central Texas opportunity.

Historic Bastrop & River Life

Explore downtown streets, local shops and restaurants, community events, and life along the Colorado River.

Neighborhoods & Growing Communities

Explore established neighborhoods, newer communities, pine-covered settings, and convenient access to Bastrop’s shopping, parks, schools, and everyday amenities.

Sunset over open acreage in Bastrop County, Texas.

Small Towns, Acreage & Country Living

Explore Elgin, Smithville, Cedar Creek, Red Rock, and the rural areas of Bastrop County for small-town living, acreage, land, and more room to breathe.

Mature trees and historic residential character in Bastrop, Texas.

Historic Character. Everyday Life.

Bastrop’s appeal goes well beyond Main Street. Mature trees, established neighborhoods, historic homes, and a slower pace give the community a character that feels increasingly rare this close to Austin.

Whether you’re drawn to an older neighborhood near downtown or simply want a place with a little more personality and room to breathe, Bastrop offers a mix of history and everyday livability.

Life Along the Colorado River

The Colorado River runs through the heart of Bastrop and adds another dimension to everyday life here. Trails, parks, kayaking, fishing, and quiet places along the water make it easy to get outside without leaving town.

Add Bastrop State Park, pine forests, and nearby open spaces, and the area offers a balance of small-town convenience and the outdoors that’s difficult to duplicate closer to Austin.