Welcome To
Burnet County
We sure are glad you’re here
Explore everything the Highland Lakes has to offer in one place.
April 10-12, 2026 – Burnet, Texas
43rd annual
Bluebonnet Festival
Celebrate the spring bloom on the historic Burnet square
Six lakes. One river. The Highland Lakes chain stretches from Lake Buchanan in the Hill Country all the way to Lake Austin — each lake with its own personality, its own shoreline towns, and its own reasons to visit. Whether you’re looking for big-water boating, pink granite swimming holes, or a quiet paddle at sunset, your lake is here.
From handmade goods and antique finds to art galleries and local boutiques, the Highland Lakes region is full of shops worth stopping in. Explore the historic courthouse squares in Burnet and Marble Falls, browse local markets in Kingsland and Bertram, and discover one-of-a-kind pieces you won’t see anywhere else.
Hike through Inks Lake State Park. Kayak past pink granite shores. Cast a line at sunrise on Lake Buchanan. Explore a billion-year-old cavern at Longhorn Cavern State Park. The Texas Hill Country doesn’t do ordinary — and Burnet County has the trails, lakes, rivers, and wide-open land to prove it.
The best way to experience the Highland Lakes is to wake up on one. Cabins, lake houses, B&Bs, and short-term rentals dot the shores of Burnet County — putting you right on the water, tucked in the cedar hills, and far enough from the city to actually unwind. Find your place to stay.
From the legendary Blue Bonnet Cafe to hilltop wineries overlooking the Hill Country, Burnet County’s food and drink scene punches well above its size. Grab breakfast before a lake day, stop in for Texas BBQ, taste award-winning wines at a local vineyard, and end the night with live music on a downtown square.
Be Inspired
Planning a trip The Highland Lakes but not sure what to do? Check out these great ideas to get you started.
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Wintry warm-ups in the Highland Lakes: coffee, hot chocolate, tea
The weather outside may be chilly but these hot spots have just what you need to stay warm this winter. If you’re in search of a morning pick-me-up or an […]
