Just a couple of miles from Ranch 3232, Pedernales Falls State Park is a 5,000+ acre park situated just east of Johnson City. The park's main attraction – waterfalls carved out of the limestone terrain – may be viewed from a scenic overlook at the north end of the park. In this area, the elevation of the river drops about 50 feet over a distance of 3000 feet, and the cascading falls are formed by the flow of water over the tilted, stair-step effect of layered limestone.
Activities include camping; picnicking; hiking; river swimming; tubing; wading; mountain biking; fishing; bird watching (checklist available); and horseback riding.
Pedernales Falls State Park:
2585 Park Road 6026, Johnson City, TX 78636
(830) 868-7304
www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/pedernales_falls/
Vineyards
The Texas Hill Country is filled to the brim with vineyards, both established and up-and-coming. And Ranch 3232 is conveniently situated within a quick, scenic drive of nearly all of them. Texas Hill Country Wineries is a wonderful source of information on local vineyards, including locations and events.
http://www.texaswinetrail.com/map.html
Johnson City, is centrally located in the Texas Hill Country, 48 miles west of Austin, 60 miles north of San Antonio, 30 miles east of Fredericksburg and 25 miles south of Marble Falls and the Highland Lakes.
While in Johnson City, visit our historic area, shop for antiques, explore our parks, or enjoy fine dining, down-home cooking, famous Texas BBQ, Mexican food, or grab a quick bite at one of our food establishments.
Johnson City Visitors Center:
100 E. Main, Johnson City, TX 78636
830-868-7684
www.johnsoncitytexaschamber.com/
The Exotic Resort Zoo
A one of a kind preserve where several endangered species of animals have a chance to increase their numbers and at the same time allowing people to enjoy their beauty and company. The commitment of the Zoo is not only to maintain a healthy atmosphere for the animals, but help them to become people friendly. Everyone has a chance to have a hands on experience with all the animals. You not only can see them, but you can touch them!
4 Miles North of Johnson City on Hwy 281
235 Zoo Trail, Johnson City, Texas 78636
(830) 868-4357
www.zooexotics.com
The LBJ Ranch
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th President beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives the visitor a unique perspective into one of America's most noteworthy citizens by providing the most complete picture of an American president.
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park is located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. The park has two visitor areas separated by about 14 miles: the Johnson Settlement/Visitor Center/Boyhood Home/Park Headquarters in Johnson City and the LBJ Ranch near Stonewall. The Park Visitor Center in Johnson City is 50 miles west of Austin and 60 miles north of San Antonio. The State of Texas manages a Visitor Center near Stonewall where the visitor can board the bus to the LBJ Ranch, which is managed by the National Park Service.