Where are Bluebonnets blooming near Austin and Georgetown?
I originally moved to Austin in the month of November. My first love? The people – I mean the true-blue-bonnet Texans – the homegrown, sweet-tea sippin’, pick-up drivin’ ones. Not the transplants like me. In response, my husband created a family document, “How to Become More Texanized.” My second love arrived in March. Springtime and emerald fields pelted with purplish blue Texas lupines.
Now, every March we drive down, stare down remote FM country roads in search of bluebonnet haven. And we wait. For the Instagram-worthy moment. And centered in the sea of sapphire is Lily, my Lab.
Nah. I simply settle for any blue patch of flowers not flattened by the hordes of humanity who preceded us.
When are Bluebonnet's due dates?
Any day now. Late February through late April. But don’t dawdle. Blooms last on average six weeks. Speaking of dates, you may want to check out the following:
Where are the prime viewing spots?
Ennis, Texas – 146 miles North of Georgetown (2 hours 15 minutes – unless you drive like a local – hour forty).
What to see? April 19-21, 2024, the Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival features over 40 miles of mapped driving trails. The city is recognized as the “Official Bluebonnet City of Texas.” Check it out here.
Burnet, Texas – 35 miles West of Georgetown – Highway 29
What to see? April 12-14, 2024, Burnet, Texas celebrates their 41st Annual Bluebonnet Festival. Friday night focuses on the family with The Mighty Thomas Carnival. All the fun details are here.
Chappell Hill, Texas – 98 miles East of Austin – Highway 290
What to see? The “Official Bluebonnet Festival of Texas.” Live music, pony rides for kids, food trucks galore, and more. Check it out.
Hill Country - a self-directed tour - as many miles as you like.
What to see? You decide. Go when you want. Go where you want. Here are a few locations to consider:
Spicewood: Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area - 2830 Co Road RD 414, Spicewood, Texas.
Willow City Loop and Highway 16 between Fredricksburg and Lano.
Highland Lakes Bluebonnet Trail which takes in Marble Falls, Burnet, and Llano.
Wildseed Farms, 100 Legacy DR., Fredericksburg, Texas, adds orange and red to the blue canopy. Check out the bloom updates here.
Blue Bonnet Cafe - Marble Falls - for the pies, not the flowers.