Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Tour of the Texas HIll Country - Part 4

We are going to leave Burnet, Texas and travel south on Hwy. 29 to Marble Falls, Texas. Marble Falls sits on beautiful Lake Marble Falls. The shopping in Marble Falls is great. Be sure to visit the downtown area for specialty shops and restuarants. Marble Falls is a plethora of special events. You should really check out the Chamber of Commerce website for events and plan accordingly. There is always something going on in the area.
A unique place to visit is the strawberry farms. You can pick your own fruit! They also sell many custom items. They do grow other things besides strawberries.
While in the area, drive out to Horseshoe Bay. You can get a beautiful view of Lake LBJ and enjoy a drink at the yatch club. You might even catch a performance at the Hill Country Community Theatre.
Winery tours are great in the Marble Falls area. Whether it’s the wild grapes that naturally thrive in the area or the influence of European immigrants who planted cuttings from their homeland, today’s vintners take advantage of the ideal climate for producing award-winning wines. Area wine connoisseurs can visit several different and unique vineyards: Spicewood Vineyards, Fall Creek Vineyards, Stone House Vineyard, Flat Creek Estate, and Lost Creek Vineyard. Some of the local vineyards have been established for decades, while others were only conceived a few years ago. Not surprisingly, however, all our local wineries have received awards and praise in local, national and international competitions, as well as well-known magazines and publications. Combine that with the genuine Texas hospitality you will receive, the beautiful Hill Country setting, and a genuine passion for producing and sharing truly great wines, and it’s easy to see why many people plan their vacations around wine-tasting tours in the area.
There are several RV parks in the area. However, Sunset Point RV Park on Lake LBJ is a good park to try. Continue having fun in the Texas Hill Country and keep traveling!