Location: Burnet
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Burnet (/ˈbɜːrnɪt/ BUR-net) is a city in and the county seat of Burnet County, Texas, United States. The population was 5,987 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Burnet
1. Longhorn Cavern State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 688 reviews
Located less than 90 minutes from Austin, Texas, Longhorn Cavern State Park is a unique Hill Country destination full of natural beauty and Texas-sized tales. Developed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the park’s star attraction is Longhorn Cavern, an underground wonder created by the dissolving and cutting action of an ancient river. Enjoy a guided cave tour, hike a Hill Country trail, and admire some of Texas' best examples of historic CCC architecture. It's all part of the story of Longhorn Cavern State Park.
Reviewed By rhia474 - Irving, United States
This was our second time at the cavern, but the first time with our daughter, visiting the first time before she was born. The drive is lovely on Rt 4 with lots of ups and downs and WHEEs and gorgeous scenery. The park building is a neo-historical cottage built when the cavern was opened in the 1930s. Tours leave every hour on the hour starting at 10 am, and last about 1.5 hours. Our guide was Anna, and she was funny and super informational at the same time. The cave is beautiful, at times you really work some muscles as you can't walk upright for a bit, but at no point it is hard or unsafe for anyone who is in a reasonable physical condition. We also counted about 17 tiny tricolored bats (they aren't really tricolored unless you see them under a microscope, they just look black). They roost alone, anre really small and utterly adorable. Photography is allowed, (bats no-flash only), but no food or drink except plain water. There is a small snack bar and a well-stocked gift shop inside the main building, and by a short walk there is an observation tower that provides a great view of the surrounding vista. Definitely recommending for anyone, except perhaps really small children as strollers and such are not allowed.
2. Inks Lake State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 368 reviews
A 1,200-acre state park known for the 803-acre Inks Lake used for fishing, scuba diving and other water sports.
Reviewed By Taytay1715 - Houston, United States
Visited while in Marble Falls on vacation. I recommend booking day passes ahead of time. We would of been turned away if we hadn't. We did not enjoy the water due to the toxic algae in the water. We were traveling with our dog and the algae levels were too high at this time. There were several people enjoying the water, kayaking, paddle boarding, and jumping from the rocks at devil's waterhole. We did hike to the overlook and really enjoyed our time in the park.
3. Torr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Torr Na Lochs (tore nah locks) Vineyard and Winery overlooks Inks and Buchanan Lakes in the Highland Lakes area of the Texas Hill Country. The name translates from the Gaelic language to "hill over lakes" and describes the site perfectly. Our objective is to grow grapes suited for our terroir and produce wines from only Texas grown fruit.
Reviewed By s2mc
Torr La Nochs is just a few miles from downtown Burnet, but a world away. This lovely facility and patio exude Texas charm, from the limestone structures, the roaming longhorns and donkeys, and the Hill Country view encompassing a finger of Inks Lake. It's lovely - in fact, it's pictured on the cover of the most recent Hill Country Wine Trail Guide. This is a wonderful place to relax and taste or sip a glass of wine. The weather was moderate but windy on our visit but that didn't deter wine lovers. Our server mentioned that the patio had even been packed on some of those record-setting 105 degrees from several weeks prior. Torr La Nochs offers tastings, bottles, and charcuterie/cheese plates paired with a wine (included in the cost). We started with tastings, $15 for 6 1oz pours of 2 whites, 1 rose, and 3 reds. They came in labeled plastic containers and our server suggested the tasting order - whites, rose, followed by red, all from sweeter to drier. Each was described thoroughly on the menu. We enjoyed them all. We ordered a bottle of one of our favorites and enjoyed a glass or two, along with view and the longhorns herding by, before "corking" the rest of the bottle and heading back into town for dinner. The winery is part of the "Wine Triangle" of the Burnet area, for those looking for a wine tour in a 15-minute range of the Burnet area. It includes Wedding Oak in downtown Burnet and nearby Perissos as well, There are also some other notable wineries slightly further away near Lampasas and Tor in the Highland Lakes area. A great option for a weekend getaway!
4. Vanishing Texas Cruises
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 115 reviews
Entertaining and informative cruises of the spectacular Texan landscape. We are a nature-based cruise company located in Central Texas on Lake Buchanan and the Texas Colorado River. Cruises offer opportunities to view birdlife, flora, and fauna throughout the seasons from the comfort of our climate-controlled double-deck cruise boat.
5. Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 64 reviews
Uniquely nestled in the Upper Highland lakes region of the Texas Hill Country, Canyon of the Eagles takes its name from the American Bald Eagles that winter in the area. The park showcases the flora and fauna of Lake Buchanan and provides a refuge for the endangered Black-Capped Vireo, Golden-Cheeked Warbler, and American Bald Eagle. Common wildlife sightings include rabbit, deer, roadrunner, snake, bobcat, feral pig, and armadillo. Throughout the spring and early summer, wildflowers bloom in abundance! Canyon of the Eagles is in Central Texas Hill Country on Lake Buchanan, the largest body of water (over 30 miles in length and 5 miles wide) in the Highland Lakes’ region. The property is located 25 minutes from Burnet, 50 minutes from Llano, 90 minutes northwest of Austin, 2 hours north of San Antonio, 4 hours southwest of Dallas and 4 hours west of Houston. Ranch Road 2341, one of the most scenic roads in Texas, ends at its entrance.
Reviewed By jackyeb82 - Austin, United States
I went solo for in search of peace and great views. This park has so much to offer with primitive camping, rv spots, and hotel rooms. I booked a lakeview room and enjoyed large windows, a private patio with rocking chairs, comfortable clean bedding, long window seat, and well appointed amenities. The resort itself has a swimming pool, bar/lounge with TV, award winning restaurant, recreation room, lake access for swimming, and general store. The nature park has miles of trails, observatory with astronomer and large telescopes (check program guide for available times), river cruise, and kayak rentals. Resort activities are included for guests and included nature walks, live music, access to the observatory, family movies, and crafts. I paid $40 for the river cruise, which felt like a lot, but my guide was an expert in the history of the lake and took us to see waterfalls and an eagle nest. It was definitely a highlight of my stay. I swam in the lake at sunset, saw more stars at one time than I have in forever from my rocking chair, and met some great people. The staff are attentive, friendly, and genuine. By the time I left, I felt like family. The resort is also super dog and family friendly. There were happy pups and kids everywhere. Amazing sunsets, total relaxation, and a carefree environment made this getaway just what I was looking for and I will definitely be back.
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