Local Finds
Curated recommendations for places worth discovering across the Highland Lakes.
Brett’s Biltong
Experience the authentic flavors of South Africa at Brett's Biltong in Llano, where traditional air-dried beef, imported snacks, and family recipes bring a taste of home to the Texas Hill Country.
Savory Alaska
Discover Savory Alaska in Marble Falls, where premium wild-caught Alaskan seafood, smoked fish, and specialty pantry items bring the flavors of the Last Frontier to the Texas Hill Country.
Museo Benini
Discover Museo Benini in Marble Falls, a free contemporary art museum featuring the lifetime work of internationally acclaimed artist Benini, a 35-acre sculpture trail, and one of the world's few single-artist museums.
Spider Mountain Bike Park
Experience Texas' only lift-served bike park at Spider Mountain near Lake Buchanan, featuring downhill trails, scenic chairlift rides, rentals, lessons, and year-round adventure.
Sam’s Nursery & Landscaping
A walk-through nursery in Buchanan Dam offering native Texas plants, outdoor décor, landscape design services, and inspiration for creating beautiful Hill Country landscapes.
Round Mountain Cider Mill
Fresh apple cider, warm donuts, live music, food trucks, and a self-serve taproom. Round Mountain Cider Mill is one of the Hill Country's most unique gathering places.
Horseshoe Bay Sporting Club
More than a sporting clay course, Horseshoe Bay Sporting Club combines outdoor recreation, hospitality, and community into a premier member experience in the Texas Hill Country.
Salty Dog Ranch
A peaceful ranch getaway in Round Mountain where horses, donkeys, goats, and Hill Country views replace the noise of everyday life.
The Presido Hotel
A boutique hotel where Texas luxury meets Hill Country wine country. The Presidio Hotel offers Spanish Colonial-inspired design, upscale accommodations, and direct access to Republic Wine Castle in Johnson City.
Title Euphoria
A locally owned bookstore in Burnet featuring unique children's books, a dedicated kids room, discounted book finds, and community events for readers of all ages.