Imagine a place flowing with pristine rivers and lakes, a place with vineyards as far as the eye can see, and home-cooked food so delicious you’ll feel like you’re eating a royal feast. That is a land fit for a king, which is exactly why they call it KINGSLAND.
Outdoors
Year-Round Lake Fun
The true beauty of Kingsland doesn’t lie in the city, but in its surroundings which contains tons of things to do. Kingsland sits along the Colorado River and the beautiful Lake LBJ. It also straddles the border between Burnet and Llano counties. Both Lake LBJ and nearby Inks Lake are constant level lakes, meaning the lakes stay full year round when other Texas lakes dip due to droughts.
To experience Lake LBJ, start at the Lake LBJ Yacht Club and Marina. Don’t worry, this isn’t a snooty yacht club, but a down-home, hill country place to rent a boat or play at the Granite Beach Waterpark full of inflatable water toys. The waterpark is open weekends Memorial to Labor Day.
Culture
If you are looking for history, check out Kingsland’s Antler’s Inn, built in 1901 as a resort and refuge for railroad workers and travelers. Also on property is the actual house from the filming of the 1974 classic “Texas Chainsaw Massacre.” The house has received a new coat of paint and doesn’t look as terrifying as it once did, but if you cock your head just right, you can almost hear the grind of a distant chainsaw.
Food
This cafe is at the Antlers Inn where the classic 1974 movie “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” was filmed… but don’t worry — the steaks are way better than the ones Leatherface whipped up. Stop in for a scrumptious omelette for breakfast or a juicy steak for dinner!
If you are looking for grub after a swim at the lake, there’s nothing better than a delicious burger or chicken fried steak at the local Hoover’s Valley Cafe in nearby Burnet, which is one of the few remaining relics of a long-forgotten town.
If you want fantastic food with a ridiculously amazing view, head to On The Rocks, a delicious homemade Italian joint perched atop a tall cliff overlooking Lake LBJ and basically the entire Hill Country (ok, that might be an exaggeration…) Add to that live music, giant board games and an awesome patio and you’ve got the perfect ending to a day trip.
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