Blanco, Texas is a beautiful retirement community located within a state park.

Blanco TX History

In 1853 pioneer stockmen built cabins along the Blanco River near the present site of the town and prepared to defend themselves against Indian attack. Five years later, the new town was given 120 acres of land by the Pittsburgh Land Company and named after the Blanco River.

Blanco Texas – Vacation Getaway and Retirement Favorite

The Blanco River, which meanders through the southern edge of town, provides not only the community’s drinking water, but also its most popular tourist attraction. The river is the focal point of Blanco State Park, one of the state’s smaller and most picturesque parks. It is one of only a few state parks with camping facilities located within a town, making supplies and small town amenities readily available. From either end of the park, bicyclers have easy access to city streets. For hikers and walkers, the town’s historic square is a minute jaunt from the campgrounds. In town, park guests can browse through a variety of antique and gift shops.

Blanco’s majestic centerpiece on the square is the old Blanco County courthouse built in 1885. A local preservation society has purchased and restored the courthouse, which now serves as a visitor’s center and community hall. Seniors planning to explore the Texas Hill Country also like Blanco’s central location.