Buescher State Park

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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.