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City in Texas, United States
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Burnet is nestled at the edge of the spectacular Texas Hill Country about 50 miles (80 km) northwest of Austin, amidst the beautiful Highland Lakes, is the historic community of Burnet. Burnet was established in the mid-1800s as a fort on the Texas frontier. Modern Burnet has kept with its pioneering routes while also adapting to the modern age. Today Burnet is considered the jewel of the Highland Lakes.
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Built in 1849, the site now has several restored buildings and many articles from the history of the fort.
Cave entry by tour only. Tours are excellent. Some of the rooms are spectacular, with quartz crystals all over the walls and ceiling. The cavern was developed by workers for the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression, who also built the buildings that the gift shop and park office are housed in out of debris found in the cavern. There are also park trails above ground. The area is very peaceful and full of bird life.
A Texas Hill Country Bed and Breakfast featuring organic meals, Sleep Number beds, and access to Lake Buchanan.
With a pool.
Fly in via Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Burnet is located 75 miles north-west of Austin.
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