Bastrop State Park: Scenic Overlook Trail & Lost Pines Loop

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This park used to be filled with towering lollybolly pines but a wildfire destroyed them in 2011. Evidence of fire damage is everywhere, but a baby forest is starting to rise from the ashes.

There is a $5 entry fee.

The Scenic Overlook Trail (red trail) connects to the Lost Pines Loop (purple trail) to make a nice 6.2 miles loop. There is some fire and flood damaged terrain, but it is not unappealing. The trails are well marked and maintained and the color-coded paths are easy to follow. The wooden bridges have all been rebuilt and the sandy/rocky trail is clear of fallen trees. There is a nice mix of surfaces and terrain. There is not much shade so bring your sunscreen and lots of water.

White-tailed deer, rabbits, squirrels, opossums, and armadillos live in the woods, as do many species of birds.

A wildfire in 2011 destroyed 96% of the forest, but it has been replanted.