Bastrop County, Texas

Sep 30

Pine trees? Check. Lakes? Check. Charming, old Texas~y downtown? Check. Bastrop County offers an escape to nature with modern conveniences.

About Bastrop County, Texas

Know as the Lost Pine region, find yourself tucked away among the pine trees in Bastrop County, or the “Lost Pine region.” This timeless haven was established in 1837, spanning 896 square miles east of Austin. The area was named after Felipe Enrique Neri, Baron de Bastrop, who played a pivotal role in obtaining land grants in Texas.

Bastrop County is the perfect retreat for outdoor enthusiasts - with parks, lakes, golf gourses, and more - as well as history buffs looking to learn about the “most historic small town in Texas.” Local attractions include the world’s largest gingerbread man in Smithville (well, the site - the giant cookie was eaten!), the Sausage Capital of Texas in Elgin, and plenty more entertainment to discover.

Cities and Towns in Bastrop County, Texas

    
        CITY
        ZIP CODE
        POPULATION
        AREA CODE
    

        Bastrop
        78602
        33,759
        512, 737
    

        Cedar Creek
        78612
        16,265
        512
    

        Elgin
        78621
        27,275
        737/512
    

        Mc Dade
        78650
        1,918
        512, 737
    

        Paige
        78659
        3,911
        512, 737, 979
    

        Red Rock
        78662
        2,890
        737, 830
    

        Rosanky
        78953
        1,350
        830, 979
    

        Smithville
        78957
        10,214
        512, 737, 830, 979
    