Written by Julia for Free People, Bldg 25
Enchanted Rock State Park, Texas Hill Country
About an hour and a half west of Austin, there stands an enormous pink granite dome. Located in the Llano uplift, Enchanted Rock is only 24 miles south of our home, Llano, Texas. We travel to E-Rock numerous times a year to hike the summit and loop trails. (A local tip: check out the less-traveled Turkey Pass Trail) At its highest point, Enchanted Rock is 1825 ft above sea level. Hike to the top for a beautiful view of the surrounding area.
"There are a number of legends surrounding the rock – native tribes from the area spoke of its spiritual powers, and some even believed it to be a portal to other worlds. According to one legend, if you spend the night on the rock, you become invisible. Others believe it is haunted by ancient spirits who light fires on its peak at night. Whether you believe these legends or not, there is no denying that there is something magical about this place."
