MORE THAN JUST HILLS
If Hill Country lacks in one way , it ’ s in adjectives . “ Hill ” is just not a strong enough word to convey the scope of natural beauty contained here . Expansive lakes and fast-flowing rivers add the proper amount of watery fun . Rocksculpted valleys and winding caves bring out the true flavors of the old west . Twelve state parks and six protected state natural areas make exploration a breeze . In short , bring your camera and your hiking shoes .
To properly break in those hiking shoes the Hill Country way , first head to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area near Fredericksburg . Its namesake is a massive pink granite batholith — a large intrusive igneous rock on par with Half Dome at Yosemite — rising 425 feet high , providing sweeping views of vale below . Stay there long enough and you might discover why it ’ s called “ Enchanted ” — the dome makes a distinctive crackling noise as it heats up during the day and cools off at night .
The views are just impressive below the earth in Hill Country , thanks to an intricate system of caves that thread like rock-hewn veins beneath the rolling hills . While Longhorn Caverns in Burnet and the Natural Bridge Caverns in Comal County showcase amazing geologic formations , if you only have time to visit one , then head to the non-aptly named Cave Without a Name in Boerne . This underground treasure includes six unique formation rooms , including the gothic-looking Queen ’ s Throne Room . Be cautious as you tour these caves , for you may absentmindedly lean back and awaken a sleeping bat . They might give you a fright , but they ’ re completely harmless .
Amazing formations at Natural Bridge Caverns
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