In the middle of the Highland Lakes area, the largest chain of lakes in Texas. Mild, fairly dry climate with hot summers. Area is subject to tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding.
Winter brings occasional snowfalls.
Nineteen churches represent a dozen denominations. The University of Texas at Austin Austin Community College St. Edwards University . Job opportunities are abundant in this fast growing community. No local transportation, but the Burnet County Community Transit has buses that link cities within the county. Austin has the nearest commercial airport and San Antonio's airport provides a convenient alternative.