Bend Travel Guide

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A lovely sunset view from the Colorado Bend State Park in Bend, Texas (about 30 miles from Lampasas). A great park with scenic views, hike and bike trails and camping sites. A great day or weekend trip!
A lovely sunset view from the Colorado Bend State Park in Bend, Texas (about 30 miles from Lampasas). A great park with scenic views, hike and bike trails and camping sites. A great day or weekend trip!
Best of Bend
Gorman Falls in morning light.
As a longtime Texas resident, Gorman Falls is one of my favorite places. It is a waterfall in Colorado Bend State Park that is a wonderful reprieve from the typically hot summer days. The falls are spring fed and covered with travertine (cave formations) that have formed over the millennia. The falls essentially create a cool otherworldly microclimate. While the park offeres ample camping, the nearby town of Llano can be enjoyed by those who prefer a hotel room and a bed. Be sure to enjoy a stop at the nearby Fiesta winery if in the area. The wine isn't anything special, but it's drinkable and the owners are often there and will share with you the history of their land and operation.

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Best Western Post Oak Inn

Best Western Post Oak Inn

2.5 out of 5
908 Buchanan Drive Burnet TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$196 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$196
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burnet. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (804 reviews)
Clean room, great staff! The breakfast was great!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Best Western Post Oak Inn
Comfort Inn & Suites Burnet

Comfort Inn & Suites Burnet

3 out of 5
810 S Water Street Burnet TX
The price is NZ$181 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$181
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burnet. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (916 reviews)
Clean room and nice employees.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Burnet
Quality Inn & Suites Lampasas

Quality Inn & Suites Lampasas

2.5 out of 5
1200 Central Texas Expy Lampasas TX
The price is NZ$206 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$206
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lampasas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (635 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Lampasas
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Top Rated Pet-Friendly Lake LBJ Cove Oasis:Pool, Hot Tub, Kayaks, FirePit & More

Top Rated Pet-Friendly Lake LBJ Cove Oasis:Pool, Hot Tub, Kayaks, FirePit & More

Kingsland TX
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Kingsland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
10/10 Exceptional! (323 reviews)
Great house with a beautifully stocked kitchen: waffle maker, slow cooker, excellent pans, sharp knives!, and a stocked spice cabinet. There was plenty of room for our 6 adults to spread out in the living room and enough seating at the table for us to eat a meal together. The house had puzzles and ...

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Top Rated Pet-Friendly Lake LBJ Cove Oasis:Pool, Hot Tub, Kayaks, FirePit & More
Hill Country Paradise Resort at Lake Buchanan - 1hr from Austin

Hill Country Paradise Resort at Lake Buchanan - 1hr from Austin

Buchanan Dam TX
Stay at this beach holiday home in Buchanan Dam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Black Rock Park and Llano County Park ...
Hill Country Paradise Resort at Lake Buchanan - 1hr from Austin
VISTA LINDA - Heated Pool/Spa, Golf, Paddle-boards, Gameroom, Boat/JetSki Slips

VISTA LINDA - Heated Pool/Spa, Golf, Paddle-boards, Gameroom, Boat/JetSki Slips

Kingsland TX
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Kingsland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions The Legends Golf Course and Kingsland ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
We had an absolutely incredible stay at Vista Linda! From the moment we arrived, the home felt warm, welcoming, and far exceeded our expectations. The heated pool was amazing and the location was perfect — peaceful yet convenient to everything we wanted to do.The host truly went above and beyond. ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

VISTA LINDA - Heated Pool/Spa, Golf, Paddle-boards, Gameroom, Boat/JetSki Slips
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Popular places to visit

As a longtime Texas resident, Gorman Falls is one of my favorite places. It is a waterfall in Colorado Bend State Park that is a wonderful reprieve from the typically hot summer days. The falls are spring fed and covered with travertine

Gorman Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gorman Falls during your travels in Bend. Wander the riverfront and parks while you're in the area.

Gorman Falls

Cities near Bend

A lovely sunset view from the Colorado Bend State Park in Bend, Texas (about 30 miles from Lampasas). A great park with scenic views, hike and bike trails and camping sites. A great day or weekend trip!

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