Buda Parks and Rec
by JACK JONES
Historic Stagecoach Park is a 51-acre nature park located off of Main Street (Loop 4) in Buda at 880 Main Street. The park is adjacent to City Park to the west and Bradfield Park to the south creating over 90 acres of park development in and near downtown Buda. The park is bordered by Onion Creek to the north with creek access and a small tributary to the east. Stagecoach Park has been primarily funded through generous grants from Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), Texas Parks & Wildlife and Hays County.
The public can enjoy over two miles of crushed granite trails, lots of open parkland, a playground and a fishing pond with fountains. Also onsite is an amphitheater for educational programming as well as a council ring for Scout purposes. The park features a windmill with water flowing into a large catch basin reminiscent of the 1800s, a wildflower meadow and dedicated wetlands preservation. The park is a beautiful area with acres of mesquite and oak trees. Wildlife is abundant within the park, including deer. The park is equipped with restrooms, water, and electricity for the pavilion. The pavilion is available to rent for $35 a day with a $100 refundable deposit. The pavilion can be rented for such things as family reunions and picnics, youth and adult birthday parties, wedding receptions, etc.
At the entrance to the park sits Stagecoach House and the old Onion Creek Post Office. These two historic facilities are currently being renovated and should be open to the public in 2011.
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Join the Downtown Buda Merchants Group as they host “Staycation – Beat the Summer Heat in Buda!” on Thursday, August 5 from 5-9 p.m. The Merchants are encouraging local residents and visitors to come stroll through the unique antique and specialty shops while enjoying food from downtown restaurants. Indulge in local culture, mingle with neighbors and experience the diversity of downtown Buda’s historic and unique character.
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Plans are underway to revitalize the Buda Farmers Market! The Buda Downtown Merchants Group is seeking interested farmers and gardeners to sell their produce and goods.
For more parks, recreation and tourism information in Buda or if you are interested in participating in the Buda Farmers Market, please visit our website at www.ci.buda.tx.us or call us at (512) 312-0084.
