Texas Hill Country Gem
A True Texas Hill Country Gem
Mason, Texas the gem of the hill country. It’s true, it’s the only place in Texas where topaz is found in nature. We are talking about Texas though, book a trip in the cooler parts of the year. Unless you’re into the scorching hot Texas sun. All jokes aside, Mason is the best small town for a weekend getaway. The town has beautiful historical buildings, the only concrete truss bridge in the country and a variety of restaurants.
The main attraction is topaz mining. Lindsey Ranch is the most popular spot for digging around in the creek beds. I didn’t follow my own advice and went in May. It was already so hot I clung to trees for shelter from the sun. My 65 year old mom had a great time though. She was out there foraging for hours and brought back an entire truck bed full of quartz, crystals, granite and petrified wood. It was a bust on the topaz. The best time to look for topaz is after a heavy rain. According to Mrs. Lindsay the season regulars had already come and gone with huge pieces of topaz. If you go strictly for the topaz, plan accordingly.
I honestly just wanted to escape the craziness of the city. Mason is the perfect getaway for a quiet retreat. The Airbnb was adorable, a historical home next to the Seaquist House. There was a beautiful deck, huge backyard with outdoor activities like bow and arrows. The host really out did herself providing all the homey touches. The town had everything my home was lacking; walkability to restaurants, the market, historical landmarks, and antique shops. Most importantly it had an unblotted night sky and silence. It’s the kind of weekend getaway you’ll spend the ride home searching homes or land for sale near by.
Bonus, if its dry enough the Comanche creek right under the historical concrete truss bridge is ripe with gemstones. The creek is better shaded and Rico’s is just on the other side serving cold margaritas. Is there anything better?
it’s such a cute little town with a well preserved history. Definitely the sweetest community I’ve experienced in my life as a native Texan. I have a song in my head when I think of my serene weekend getaway… Oh give me a home where no civics roam, and the sounds of cherry bombs are nay. Where seldom is heard a discouraging word and skies are not lit up like day. Wouldn’t it be nice if some of our so called small towns on the cusp of big cities could take a page from Mason’s handbook?
Please help raise awareness for the rehabilitation of the iconic concrete truss bridge on Broad Street in Mason Texas, Constructed by The Alamo Construction Company. It’s too cool to let fall into despair.