Bastrop County

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Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Smithville

Established about 1827 in a rich farming area, Smithville is still devoted to agriculture. The city lies on the eastern edge of the "Lost Pines of Texas." Its historic downtown…

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Cities in Bastrop County

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Bastrop

In Athens there are more than 125 historic structures listed on the National Register of…

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What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Elgin

Located in Bastrop County, Elgin was established as a flag stop on the Houston and…

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