Traveling to the Texas hill country for Fall foliage viewing is a great way to spend your holiday season and experience nature at its finest. Lost Maples State Reserve in Central Texas has the most colorful fall foliage coloration in the entire state, although many areas throughout the East and South Texas Hill Country have varying leaf colors during the fall.
History of Lost Maples State Park
Lost Maples was officially opening to the public in1979, encompassing over 2,300 acres along the Sabine River in Central Texas. It is a designated Wild and Scenic Area. One of the main attractions of Lost Maples is its stately, beautiful stately homes, cottages and outbuildings. Many of these are located along the riverbank and offer views of the mighty Sabine River, the historic Olde Sabine Bridge, and the stunning riverfront park area.
The Lost Maples Visitors Bureau offers numerous options for guided tours and excursions into this unique community. Lost Maples is also home to the state’s official tourist office and the Lost Maples National Historical Park and Site Museum. Lost Maples offers numerous activities for children, adults and the whole family including horseback riding, boating, camping, hiking and nature studies.
Accommodations
There are several lodges and cabin rentals at Lost Maples ranging from small, comfortable homes to luxurious cabins with gourmet amenities. One of the largest lodging areas is located along the Sabine River at the historic Olde Sabine Bridge. It is here that you can view Lost Maples and enjoy a boat ride along the river to a picnic area at the West Fork Riverfront Park.
Another wonderful attraction is the Visitors Bureau’s Lost Maples Visitors Center where you can see maps, brochures, photos, descriptions and learn about the history of the area. The Lost Maples Visitors Bureau is also available to answer your questions and share information.
When visiting the park and exploring the beautiful fall foliage you will find that many species of birds, animals, insects and bugs are in the area during the fall. The Sabine Flyway is especially welcoming to birds during this time, as the migration route snakes along the beautiful riverbank through the scenic Texas Hill Country.
Foliage
There are many wildflower species blooming and in the early part of November. Wildflowers are the key attraction during this time of the year. The most popular wildflowers to see in Lost Maples are the bluebells, black-eyed susans, true wildflowers and the Texas bougainvillea. The wildflowers are found throughout the Sabine Riverbed.
You will also find the wildflowers in the park and in the surrounding areas provide a wonderful backdrop for photography. Wildflowers are a great way to celebrate your visit to Lost Maples and enjoy nature at its finest.
In addition to the wildflowers, Lost Maples offers other types of wildflowers and grasses such as: Texas grasses, wildflowers, tall fescues and grasses. All of the wildflowers and grasses found in Lost Maples are native to the South and can be seen in many other parts of the United States. You will also find bluebells, which are found in different parts of the United States, and many other native flowers and plants. Wildflowers can be viewed in the park as well as the adjacent areas around the lake.
Wildflower displays are held throughout the park and at the Lost Maples Visitors Bureau. Wildflower displays include live wildflowers and native plants and flowers. There are also exhibits about the various plants that bloom throughout the spring and summer season.
In addition to wildflowers, the park has many different kinds of plants and trees that can be enjoyed in Lost Maples. There are trees that grow in the park and in the surrounding area. In addition, there are several kinds of shrubs and trees found around the park as well.
There are many different types of wildflowers and shrubs as well. The natural flora and ferns that grow around the park and on the surrounding areas offer a spectacular landscape. You will find that the flora and ferns around Lost Maples provide many different habitats and can provide a place to take an outdoor walk or even a hike.
Official Texas Lost Maple State Park site