Posted in Austin
September 25, 2016
Take These 5 Country Roads Near Austin For A Gorgeous Scenic Drive
Sometimes we all need to escape down the open road. Downtown Austin may be full of construction cranes and skyscrapers, but the Hill Country is laden with clear, gorgeous views. Cue up your old John Denver CD and prepare for a refreshing afternoon. These five country roads near Austin offer the best scenic drives in the area.
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This route takes you through paradise. On your way to Utopia, Texas, drive through Bandera on Ranch Rd 470. It's about 2.5 hours away from the city limits, but the views are well worth it.
On your way to Enchanted Rock, pass through Johnson City on FM 1323. In the springtime, colorful wildflowers lead the way.
Take this highway all the way to Fredricksburg, and you'll reach stunning roads full of wineries and wildflowers. These views combine Napa's gorgeous vineyards with the Hill Country's rustic charm.
Appropriately named, Scenic Drive runs parallel to the Colorado River. Lush trees line the roadways and provide a shady reprieve from the sun.
The Hill Country is full of gorgeous, rural drives. Instead of taking Highway 290 W to Dripping Springs, turn onto Fitzhugh Road. If you drive for 16 miles and turn right on 6026, you'll end up at the beautiful Pedernales Falls State Park.
What’s your favorite scenic country road?
