Cedar Creek sits on the Austin side of Bastrop County and packs in some of the area’s biggest attractions. The Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa spreads across 405 acres along the Colorado River, with horseback riding, a lazy river, golf, and a petting farm.

Next door, McKinney Roughs Nature Park offers 18 miles of trails and is home to Zip Lost Pines, the longest dual zip line in Texas. The food here surprises people too, from family-owned Italian and an upscale omakase sushi experience to authentic taquerias and a great little coffee stop.

Cedar Creek is also full of trusted home and trade services for the many families settling in this growing part of the county. Find them in the directory.

Good to know

  • Home to Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa (405 acres)
  • McKinney Roughs Nature Park and Zip Lost Pines nearby
  • Closest Bastrop County community to Austin
  • Fast-growing residential area

What is Cedar Creek, Texas known for?

Cedar Creek, Texas is known for the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa and neighboring McKinney Roughs Nature Park, home to Zip Lost Pines, the longest dual zip line in Texas. On the western, Austin-facing edge of Bastrop County, Texas, it is also one of the county’s fastest-growing residential areas.

Things to Do in Cedar Creek

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa

The Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa spans about 405 acres along the Colorado River, with horseback riding, a lazy river, golf, and a full spa.

McKinney Roughs Nature Park and Zip Lost Pines

McKinney Roughs Nature Park offers about 18 miles of trails across four ecosystems, plus Zip Lost Pines, the longest dual zip line in Texas. See more in things to do in Bastrop County.

The Colorado River

Paddle or fish the Colorado River, which winds along the resort side of Cedar Creek.

Where to Eat in Cedar Creek

Cedar Creek’s dining ranges from resort restaurants to local favorites along Highway 71. Browse spots in our Bastrop County restaurants directory.

Living in Cedar Creek | Moving Here

Cedar Creek is one of the fastest-growing parts of Bastrop County, Texas, prized for larger lots and a country feel with an easy Austin commute.

Homes, land, and the commute to Austin

Sitting on the western, Austin-facing side of the county, Cedar Creek is one of the closest county communities to Austin and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Newcomers can find local help in our Bastrop County home and trade services listings.

Schools

Cedar Creek is part of Bastrop Independent School District (Bastrop ISD), with Cedar Creek High School, Cedar Creek Intermediate, and Cedar Creek Elementary serving the community.

Cedar Creek at a Glance | Practical Info

Cedar Creek is a census-designated place on the western edge of Bastrop County, Texas, about 11 miles west of the city of Bastrop along Highway 71 toward Austin. It had about 3,154 residents as of the 2020 census and has grown quickly since.

Nearby Towns in Bastrop County, Texas

Exploring the county? Visit nearby Bastrop, Elgin, and Smithville.

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Find local favorites by category: Restaurants & Food, Things to Do, Home & Services, Shopping, and Faith & Community. You can also browse the full Bastrop County directory.

Cedar Creek, Texas FAQs

What is Cedar Creek, Texas known for?

Cedar Creek is known for the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and McKinney Roughs Nature Park, home to Zip Lost Pines, the longest dual zip line in Texas.

Is Cedar Creek close to Austin?

Yes. Cedar Creek sits on the western, Austin-facing side of Bastrop County and is one of the closest county communities to Austin and its airport.

Is Cedar Creek, Texas a good place to live?

Many newcomers think so. Cedar Creek offers larger lots and a country feel with an easy Austin commute, which is why its population has climbed sharply in recent years.

What is the population of Cedar Creek, Texas?

Cedar Creek is a census-designated place that had about 3,154 residents as of the 2020 census and has grown quickly since as one of the fastest-growing parts of Bastrop County, Texas.

What school district serves Cedar Creek?

Cedar Creek is part of Bastrop Independent School District (Bastrop ISD). Cedar Creek High School, Cedar Creek Intermediate, and Cedar Creek Elementary serve the community.

What is there to do near the Hyatt Lost Pines?

Guests and locals can hike or bike McKinney Roughs’ 18 miles of trails, ride the Zip Lost Pines dual zip line, go horseback riding, paddle the Colorado River, and enjoy the resort’s lazy river and family amenities.

Where is Cedar Creek, Texas?

Cedar Creek is a community on the western edge of Bastrop County, Texas, about 11 miles west of the city of Bastrop along Highway 71 toward Austin.