Texas Hill Country Brewery Road Trip
The rolling hills, live oaks, and wildflower meadows of Texas Hill Country connect 51 craft breweries across 19 towns. This guide organizes them into 8 scenic clusters you can drive in a weekend loop — or pick one cluster for a perfect day trip from Austin or San Antonio.
8 Brewery Clusters
Start in Dripping Springs (25 min west of Austin), loop through Hill Country, and return via Boerne toward San Antonio — or reverse the route. Each cluster is close enough for a standalone day trip.
| # | Cluster | Breweries | Drive | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dripping Springs & Driftwood The "Gateway to Hill Country" | 10 | Start | — |
| 2 | Wimberley & San Marcos Follow the Blanco River south through the artsy village of Wimberley and the college-town energy of San Marcos. | 4 | 30 min | 22 mi |
| 3 | Blanco & Johnson City Small-town charm along US-281. Blanco sits on the Blanco River; Johnson City is the boyhood home of LBJ. | 6 | 35 min | 28 mi |
| 4 | Fredericksburg & Stonewall The heart of Hill Country | 7 | 30 min | 25 mi |
| 5 | Marble Falls & Spicewood Lake country along the Highland Lakes chain | 6 | 50 min | 45 mi |
| 6 | Llano & Mason Deep Hill Country ranching country west of the lakes. Worth the detour for those seeking the most remote taprooms in the region. | 4 | 35 min | 30 mi |
| 7 | Kerrville & Bandera The Guadalupe River corridor | 7 | 55 min | 48 mi |
| 8 | Boerne & Castroville The southern gateway between Hill Country and San Antonio | 7 | 35 min | 30 mi |
Dripping Springs & Driftwood
The "Gateway to Hill Country" — a dense cluster of taprooms along Fitzhugh Road and Ranch Road 12, just 25 minutes west of Austin.
12 Fox Beer Co
Acopon Brewing Co
Bell Springs Brewing Company
Family Business Beer Company
Fitzhugh Brewing
Ghost Note Brewing
One Shot Distillery & Brewery
Twisted X Brewing Co
Lone Man Mountain Brewing Co.
Vista Brewing
| Brewery | City | Dog | Kids | Food | Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Fox Beer Co | Dripping Springs | Yes | Yes | Trucks | Yes |
| Acopon Brewing Co | Dripping Springs | Yes | — | — | Yes |
| Bell Springs Brewing Company | Dripping Springs | — | — | Trucks | — |
| Family Business Beer Company | Dripping Springs | — | — | — | — |
| Fitzhugh Brewing | Dripping Springs | — | — | Kitchen | — |
| Ghost Note Brewing | Dripping Springs | — | — | Trucks | — |
| One Shot Distillery & Brewery | Dripping Springs | — | — | Trucks | — |
| Twisted X Brewing Co | Dripping Springs | — | — | Trucks | — |
| Lone Man Mountain Brewing Co. | Driftwood | — | — | — | — |
| Vista Brewing | Driftwood | — | — | Kitchen | — |
Wimberley & San Marcos
Follow the Blanco River south through the artsy village of Wimberley and the college-town energy of San Marcos.
Middleton Brewing (MBTX)
Roughhouse Brewing
Sean Patrick's Pub
Thirsty Planet Brewing Co
| Brewery | City | Dog | Kids | Food | Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Brewing (MBTX) | San Marcos | Yes | — | — | Yes |
| Roughhouse Brewing | San Marcos | — | — | — | — |
| Sean Patrick's Pub | San Marcos | — | — | — | Yes |
| Thirsty Planet Brewing Co | San Marcos | — | — | — | — |
Blanco & Johnson City
Small-town charm along US-281. Blanco sits on the Blanco River; Johnson City is the boyhood home of LBJ.
Real Ale Brewing Co
Texas Cannon Brewing Company
Black Chapel Brewing Co
Old 290 Brewery
Pecan Street Brewing Co
Westcave Cellars Winery & Brewery
| Brewery | City | Dog | Kids | Food | Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Ale Brewing Co | Blanco | Yes | — | — | Yes |
| Texas Cannon Brewing Company | Blanco | — | — | — | — |
| Black Chapel Brewing Co | Johnson City | — | — | — | — |
| Old 290 Brewery | Johnson City | Yes | — | — | Yes |
| Pecan Street Brewing Co | Johnson City | — | — | — | — |
| Westcave Cellars Winery & Brewery | Johnson City | — | — | — | — |
Fredericksburg & Stonewall
The heart of Hill Country — German heritage, Main Street shopping, and an emerging craft beer scene alongside the famous wine trail.
Fat Ass Ranch & Brewery
Altstadt Brewery
Belly Up Brewpub
Fredericksburg Brewing Co
Ogle Brewery
Witcher Craft Brewing Co
Bluemont Vineyard & Brewery
| Brewery | City | Dog | Kids | Food | Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fat Ass Ranch & Brewery | Fredericksburg | — | — | Trucks | — |
| Altstadt Brewery | Fredericksburg | — | Yes | Kitchen | Yes |
| Belly Up Brewpub | Fredericksburg | — | — | — | — |
| Fredericksburg Brewing Co | Fredericksburg | — | — | — | — |
| Ogle Brewery | Fredericksburg | — | Yes | — | Yes |
| Witcher Craft Brewing Co | Fredericksburg | — | — | Kitchen | — |
| Bluemont Vineyard & Brewery | Stonewall | — | Yes | — | Yes |
Marble Falls & Spicewood
Lake country along the Highland Lakes chain — pair brewery stops with waterfront views and Balcones Canyonlands scenery.
Bear King Brewing Company
Double Horn Brewing Co
Save The World Brewing Co
Frontyard Brewing
Highway 71 Brewing Co
Lazy Tree Ranch Brewing
| Brewery | City | Dog | Kids | Food | Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear King Brewing Company | Marble Falls | — | — | Kitchen | — |
| Double Horn Brewing Co | Marble Falls | — | — | Kitchen | — |
| Save The World Brewing Co | Marble Falls | — | — | Trucks | — |
| Frontyard Brewing | Spicewood | — | — | — | — |
| Highway 71 Brewing Co | Spicewood | — | — | — | — |
| Lazy Tree Ranch Brewing | Bertram | Yes | Yes | — | Yes |
Llano & Mason
Deep Hill Country ranching country west of the lakes. Worth the detour for those seeking the most remote taprooms in the region.
Llano Beer Company
THC Beer Company
Bar D Brewhouse
Bar D Brew House
| Brewery | City | Dog | Kids | Food | Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llano Beer Company | Llano | — | — | — | — |
| THC Beer Company | Mason | — | — | — | — |
| Bar D Brewhouse | San Saba | — | — | — | — |
| Bar D Brew House | San Saba | — | — | — | Yes |
Kerrville & Bandera
The Guadalupe River corridor — Kerrville is the largest city in the western Hill Country, and Bandera is the self-proclaimed "Cowboy Capital of the World."
Basement Brewers of Texas
Kerrville Brewing Company
Off Main Brewing
Pint
Bandera Brewery
Star Republic Brewing Company
The Blind Boar Brewery
| Brewery | City | Dog | Kids | Food | Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basement Brewers of Texas | Kerrville | — | — | — | — |
| Kerrville Brewing Company | Kerrville | — | — | — | — |
| Off Main Brewing | Kerrville | — | — | — | — |
| Pint | Kerrville | Yes | — | — | Yes |
| Bandera Brewery | Bandera | — | — | — | — |
| Star Republic Brewing Company | Spring Branch | Yes | — | — | Yes |
| The Blind Boar Brewery | Utopia | Yes | — | — | Yes |
Boerne & Castroville
The southern gateway between Hill Country and San Antonio — Boerne's charming Hauptstrasse is lined with shops and taprooms.
28 Songs Brewing Company
Cibolo Creek Brewing Co.
Dodging Duck Brewhaus
Free Roam Brewing Company
Tusculum Brewing Company
LT Mesquite Brew Co
Ugly Pug Brewery
| Brewery | City | Dog | Kids | Food | Outdoor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Songs Brewing Company | Boerne | Yes | — | — | Yes |
| Cibolo Creek Brewing Co. | Boerne | — | — | — | — |
| Dodging Duck Brewhaus | Boerne | — | — | — | — |
| Free Roam Brewing Company | Boerne | — | — | — | — |
| Tusculum Brewing Company | Boerne | — | — | — | — |
| LT Mesquite Brew Co | Castroville | — | — | — | — |
| Ugly Pug Brewery | Castroville | — | — | — | Yes |
Trip Planning Tips
Spring (March–May) for wildflowers and mild weather. Fall (October–November) for cooler temps and harvest festivals. Summer works too — most taprooms have shaded patios — but start early.
Pick one or two clusters for a day trip from Austin or San Antonio. For the full loop, plan two to three days with an overnight in Fredericksburg or Marble Falls. Most taprooms close by 9 PM.
A designated driver or ride service is essential. Some clusters have walkable brewery pairs, but most require driving between stops. Consider a brewery tour shuttle from Austin for the Dripping Springs cluster.
What You'll Find Along the Way
Frequently Asked Questions
1What is the best Texas Hill Country brewery road trip?
The Hill Country brewery road trip covers 51 craft breweries across 19 towns, organized into 8 scenic clusters. Start in Dripping Springs west of Austin, loop through Blanco, Fredericksburg, and Marble Falls, then return through Boerne. Top stops include 12 Fox Beer Co, Acopon Brewing Co, Bell Springs Brewing Company, Family Business Beer Company. Plan two to three days for the full loop or pick a cluster for a day trip.
2How many breweries are in Texas Hill Country?
Texas Hill Country has 51 craft breweries spread across 19 towns. The densest cluster is Dripping Springs with multiple taprooms along Fitzhugh Road. Fredericksburg, Blanco, Johnson City, Marble Falls, Kerrville, and Boerne all have breweries worth visiting. 1 are dog-friendly.
3What breweries are in Dripping Springs Texas?
Dripping Springs is the gateway to Hill Country brewing, with the densest cluster of taprooms in the region. Located just 25 minutes west of Austin along Fitzhugh Road and Ranch Road 12, it has become a destination for craft beer lovers. Many breweries here feature expansive outdoor spaces with Hill Country views.
4Is Texas Hill Country good for a brewery road trip?
Yes — Hill Country is Texas's premier brewery road trip destination. The scenic drives through rolling hills, live oaks, and wildflower meadows connect taprooms in small towns from Dripping Springs to Fredericksburg. 2 breweries have outdoor seating and 13 serve food. Spring and fall offer the best weather for visiting.
5Can I bring my dog on a Hill Country brewery road trip?
Yes — 1 Hill Country breweries are dog-friendly, mostly with outdoor patios. Hill Country breweries tend to have larger outdoor spaces than city taprooms, making them ideal for dogs. Many offer shaded patios, water bowls, and spacious beer gardens. Always call ahead to confirm pet policies, and visit during cooler morning or evening hours in summer.
6How long does the Hill Country brewery road trip take?
The full Hill Country brewery loop covers roughly 250 miles and visits 19 towns across 8 clusters. Plan two to three days for the complete route with time to enjoy each stop. For a day trip, pick one or two clusters — Dripping Springs plus Blanco and Johnson City is a popular single-day route from Austin. Fredericksburg makes a great overnight base.
Last updated: Aug 13, 2026