Texas Hill Country Tour - Part I

We are going to start our Texas Hill Country tour in the town of Mason, Texas. Mason is the "Gem of the Texas Hill Country" because the beautiful blue topaz can be found in Mason. Mason is a community with lots of history... Settled from the south by German immigrants and from the north and east by English, Irish and Americans. From the west, the Mexicans. The cultural influences are still visible today of all those groups and more. Expect to hear German spoken as you walk around the square.
Agriculture was the lifeblood of the community in the early days, and for many, it still remains vital. Ranching and farming are the primary industries, but now deer hunting and viticulture (wine grape production) have joined the landscape of cattle, peanuts, watermelons, sheep and goats.
Mason still has the "old town" square which is surrounding by antique shops and gift stores. The original Odean theatre is still working, so you might stop in for a show. In addition to shopping around the square, a tour of old Fort Mason is interesting. Another claim to fame for Mason, Texas is the book Old Yeller. The author, Fred Gibson, was from Mason.
The best RV campground is the Mason County Park. Fees are by donation only, and they provide full hookups. The park is located adjacent to an 18 hole public golf course.
So, get your RV rolling and explore Mason, Texas.