Even though Blue Truck Ranch is off the beaten path, there are many things to do nearby!

Recreation

Inks Lake State Park: The entrance to the park is just a few miles north of the Blue Truck Ranch’s front gate. (Reminder: do not access the park except through their front gate. Do NOT cross our fence into the park). With a day pass, you can use their boat launch, swim in their swimming area, rent canoes or paddle boats, hike, backpack, geocache, play volleyball, picnic, and observe nature. They have 9 miles of trails to explore through shady forests and across rocky hills. Say “hello!” to the park rangers! They are our neighbors at Blue Truck Ranch and we appreciate their friendship! 3630 Park Road 4 West, Burnet, TX 78611

Spider Mountain: This place is amazing and perfect for the off road bikers in your family. They have the only “SKI-lift” in the state of Texas that takes rider and bike up the mountain to ride down any of their downhill trails: Itsy Bitsy, Recluse, Sidewinder, Tarantula, and more! 200 Greenwood Hills Trail, Burnet, TX 78611

Longhorn Caverns: Follow Park Rd 4 heading south and take the upper leg to 6211 Park Road 4 S, Burnet, TX to find an amazing adventure for your whole family. Reservations are highly recommended to ensure your preferred tour date and time. Tickets can be purchased online or at the park visitor center.

Inks Dam Fish Hatchery: Just across the street from our front gate, follow Clay Young Rd to the front gate of the Fish Hatchery. This is a great afternoon adventure in wildlife, wildflowers and fish of the Texas Hill Country. 345 Clay Young Road, Burnet,TX78611

Reveille Peak Ranch: More trails, water activities, and hiking adventures await you at Reveille Peak Ranch. Trails are open most days except early Thursday mornings. 105 CR 114, Burnet, Tx 78611

Places to Eat in Hoover’s Valley

Hoover’s Valley Cafe: Blue Truck Ranch’s address may be Burnet, but we are located specifically in the area of Burnet called Hoover’s Valley. And for a good, yummy meal, Hoover’s Valley Cafe is just a half mile south from our front gate. Here is where you will find the locals grabbing lunch, pies, AND dinner because they have a special menu every night of the week! 7203 Park Road 4 west, Burnet, TX, United States, Texas

Places to Eat in Kingsland

Mr Gatti’s: Our family grew up on Gatti’s pizza and its still a hit with our grandkids. They especially like the game room in the back where they play, earn tickets and exchange the tickets for useless, fun prizes. 3501 FM 1431, Kingsland, TX 78639

Alfredo’s Mexican Restaurant: Our favorite Mexican restaurant in the area has two locations. Lampasas and Kingsland. 2202 US-281 South, Lampasas, TX 76550 or 4139 W Ranch Rd 1431, Kingsland, TX 78639

Hoopers: This casual southern restaurant is situated inside the iconic restored Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie set of 1974, off the banks of the Colorado River, which serves as the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience. 1010 King Ct, Kingsland, TX 78639

Wakepoint LBJ: Is located right on Lake LBJ. Drive by boat or by car to this fun destination for simple food overlooking the water. Try the BBQ! 14757 W. FM 1431, Kingsland, TX 78639

Places to Eat in Burnet

Trailblazers: This is our family’s favorite place to eat. From soups and salads, to down-home entrees and yummy desserts, we usually save one evening for a meal and live music entertainment. We all have our favorite entrees. Grilled meatloaf, steaks, Chicken Pot Pie, Cowboy Chicken, Chicken Fried Steak. No matter what you choose, we think you’ll like it! P.S. They have a second location in Llano if you are headed that way for the day! Downtown Burnet on the square: 216 S Main St, Burnet, TX 78611 or in Llano: 109 W. Main St., Llano, TX

El Rancho Mexican Restaurant: Another good choice for Mexican food! (512)715-0481 Address: 608 E Polk St, Burnet, TX 78611 (also locations in Marble Falls and Bertram!)

Mama’s Home Cooking: Imagine all the southern dishes made in Mama’s kitchen and you’ll find it here! 635 Buchanan Dr, Burnet, TX

Places to Eat in Marble Falls

BlueBonnet Cafe: This place is iconic! Breakfast is served all day along with menus for lunch and dinner, too. Don’t forget dessert – a piece of pie! Take home a whole pie for later, too. 211 N US Highway 281, Marble Falls, TX 78654

River City Grille: Situated overlooking the water, get a table outside if the weather is nice. We have eaten our way through this menu and find it all excellent! The Lone Star Salad is gigantic and tasty! Paul’s Chicken and Dad’s Grilled Chicken are personal favorites. 700 1st St, Marble Falls, TX 78654

Wineries near Blue Truck Ranch

Perissos Vineyard and Winery: This Vineyard is just a half a mile south – down the road from us and is a wonderful place for your adventure. Live music is just one of the features of this lovely place! 7214 Park Rd 4 W, Burnet, TX 78611

Torr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery: Another close destination, this Vineyard has the most amazing views! 7055 W State Hwy 29, Burnet, Tx 78611

Uplift Vineyard: Another close destination to our Blue Truck Ranch, this Vineyard is by reservation only and south of us, just off Park Rd 4 W: 1411 Co Rd 119, Burnet, TX 78611

Wedding Oak Winery: They have several locations with the closest in downtown Burnet. 229 S. Pierce, Burnet, TX 78611

Need Groceries?

Kingsland HEB Grocery
214 Ranch Road 2900 | Kingsland, TX 78639
325-388-4601

Marble Falls HEB Plus Grocery
1503 Hwy 1431 West | Marble Falls, TX 78654
830-693-3561

Burnet HEB Grocery 105 S BOUNDARY
BURNET, TX 78611-3201