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Bastrop, TX

Bastrop is a city and the county seat of Bastrop County, Texas, United States. The population was 9,688 according to the 2020 census. It is located about 30 mi (48 km) southeast of Austin and is part of the Greater Austin metropolitan area.

Bastrop is located near the center of Bastrop County along the lower Colorado River. The downtown business district of the city is located on a bluff on the east bank of the river, but the city extends to the west side of the river, as well. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.1 square miles (23.6 km²), of which 9.0 sq mi (23.3 km²) are land and 0.12 square miles (0.3 km²), or 1.23%, is covered by water.

Three miles (5 km) northeast of the town, Lake Bastrop is a 906-acre (3.67 km²) reservoir on Spicer Creek operated by the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) since its impounding in 1964. Although primarily used as a cooling pond for the Sim Gideon Power Plant, the lake is also used for recreation, and the LCRA maintains two public parks on the lake.

Spanish soldiers lived temporarily at the current site of Bastrop as early as 1804 when a fort was established where the Old San Antonio Road crossed the Colorado River and named Puesta del Colorado. 

Bastrop's namesake, Felipe Enrique Neri, Baron de Bastrop, was a commoner named Philip Hendrik Nering Bogel, who was wanted for embezzlement in his native country of the Netherlands. In Texas, he assisted Moses and Stephen F. Austin in obtaining land grants in Texas and served as Austin's land commissioner. In 1827, Austin located about 100 families in an area adjacent to his earlier Mexican contracts. Austin arranged for Mexican officials to name a new town there after the baron who died the same year.

Health and wellness are integral to the Bastrop community. The Bastrop County Long-Term Recovery Team actively promotes public health initiatives, fostering a supportive environment for residents. The city is home to medical facilities such as Bastrop Lost Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, ensuring access to quality healthcare services for the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Bastrop Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include STUDIO P, Strive Bastrop, and Jazzercise. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Bastrop, such as the Bastrop State Park and June Hill Pape Riverwalk Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Bastrop, TX are Fisherman's Park, Bastrop County Historical Society, and Bastrop Museum & Visitor Center. 

Population: 11,679 (2023). ZIP code: 78602. Area code: 512. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Area: 9.34 sq mi (24.20 km²).

FAQs

What is Bastrop, TX famous for?

No surprise, the City of Bastrop is among the oldest towns in Texas. The number of buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places has earned Bastrop the title “Most Historic Small Town in Texas.” A rich harvest of classic Texas folklore and architecture exists today.

How do Texans pronounce Bastrop?

The city was named for Baron de Bastrop. According to the Texas State Historical Association, when Texas became a republic, the area became one of the twenty-three original counties in the state. Pronunciation: 'Bass-trop' (Bass like the fish, not the musical instrument).

Is it expensive to live in Bastrop, TX?

The median home price in Bastrop is $410,000 with a median price per sqft of $198. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Bastrop to be 94% of the national average. This makes it an average US city.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Bastrop

Bastrop County Long-Term Recovery Team 

Bastrop Lost Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Bastrop Parks and Recreation Department

STUDIO P

Strive Bastrop 

Jazzercise

Bastrop State Park 

June Hill Pape Riverwalk Trail

Fisherman's Park

Bastrop County Historical Society

Bastrop Museum & Visitor Center

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Us105fm

Fly Homes

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