Johnson City, Texas cabins and vacation rentals

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Johnson City, Texas is the perfect mix of culture, shopping, and outdoor fun! Away from the bustling city, yet offering tons to do, you will fall in love with this charming town. Set on the Pedernales River, Johnson City has a humid, subtropical climate, hot in the summer and mild in the winter. In the summer, take to the river by canoe at the Pedernales River Nature Preserve, or swim to the waterfalls at Pedernales Falls State Park. In the winter, both of these parks are lovely places to hike. Bamberger Ranch Preserve is another fun spot to check out, with hands-on learning experiences about the biodiversity and natural history of Central Texas.

Johnson City is known as the hometown of Lyndon B. Johnson, so you’ll want to explore the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park to learn more about his life and local history, with various sites from his boyhood home to the LBJ Ranch. Discover a different kind of history at the Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum, featuring motorcycles from the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s. Another favorite museum is the Science Mill, a science museum featuring more than 50 interactive exhibits and a 3D theater. For a closer look at animal science, Exotic Resort Zoo offers guided safaris, plus an outdoor pool and playground.

Education and nature experiences are plentiful here, but the real star of this town is its large variety of wineries and distilleries. The 290 Texas Wine Trail starts here in Johnson City, and you will find a variety of wineries to sample, including 290 Wine Castle, Farmhouse Vineyards, and Pebble Rock Cellars. If spirits are your preference, Moonshine Ridge is a fun experience. Reck ‘Em Right Brewing Company and Pecan Street Brewing are two of many breweries if a cold beer is your drink of choice.

If you need a bite to eat, you have lots of options, from Dumpling Diva Asia Kitchen to Fat Boy Burgers, Lady Bird Lane Cafe to Hye Thai. You’ll want to grab a cup of Joe at Johnson City Coffee Company and a delectable treat at Home Town Donuts before browsing one of many shops, such as Black Spur Emporium or Oak and Olive Boutique. If you enjoy art, JL Haynes Gallery features beautiful pieces. No matter the time of year, there are many festivals and events to experience in Johnson City.