Krause Springs: Plunge into Paradise

Derrick Krause gets ready to take the plunge from a rope swing.
From Austin, take Texas 71 west about 34 miles, crossing the Pedernales River. Seven miles past the river, turn right at the sign for Spicewood (look for the Exxon station) onto Spur 191. Turn right onto Co. Rd. 404, cross the low-water crossing, and look for the entrance to Krause Springs immediately on the left.

Hours: Daily 9 a.m.-dusk; the gate is locked at 9 p.m. Admission: $4 ($3.50 for ages 4-11). Camping per day: $8 ($5 for  ages 4-11), with an additional charge for tent or RV hookups. No pets. Call 830/693-4181.

Dining

Opie's Barbecue, 125 Spur 191, next to the Spicewood Post Office, open daily; 830/693-8660. Poodie's Hilltop Bar & Grill, 22308 Texas 71 West, Spicewood, 512/264-0318; www.poodieshilltop.homestead.com. Spicewood Grill/Sam's Kitchen & Bar, 9917 Texas 71 East, 830/693-4964. BackStage Steakhouse & Garden Bar, 21814 Texas 71 West, Spicewood, 512/264-2223.

See the full article in the July 2005 issue.

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