Searching for New Heights at Film Fests Reel Rock 14 and Reel Plastic

Two rock-climbing film fest come to Austin

"...little more than half a year away, interest in rock climbing is poised at an all-time high. That, and..."

Nov. 15, 2019 Screens Feature by Beth Sullivan

Slanted & Enchanted

Matador Records magnate Gerard Cosloy turns the 'live music capital' into a Casual Victim Pile

"...the debris. Scraps of countless vinyl records – irreplaceable rock & roll relics – are littered like shrapnel, the..."

Jan. 22, 2010 Music Feature by Austin Powell

Some Enchanted Evenings

Improvising wonderlands at the Hideout

"...inside their own aura. I can be a talking rock. The possibilities are endless.” "Other than the freaking awesome..."

Sept. 14, 2011 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Playback: White Riot, Black Identity

Crowdfunding a black punk narrative, shuttering the Houston Press, and soundtracking Enchanted Rock

"..."If you're a black musician who plays rock & roll, there's only a couple bands people will..."

Nov. 10, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Day Trips & Beyond: March Events Roundup

Texas travel news and events for spring

"...lost a state park to developers, and wished an enchanted park a happy 45th birthday...."

March 1, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Bloody Brides, Creepy Cats, and More Arts Events for the Week

Valentine's (and anti-Valentine) fun, soundtracking a rock, etc.

"...Davis Jr.  – Brant Bingamon The Mystic’s Valentine: An Enchanted Evening With Belladonna of Sadness..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Day Trips

"...Ira Kennedy and Enchanted Rock are two defining symbols of the Texas Hill..."

Oct. 20, 1995 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

The live oak tree at the top of Enchanted Rock, which has inspired religious devotion for centuries, is now in a fight for its life.

"...of the Live Oak tree at the top of Enchanted Rock, it is either a sign of the sad..."

May 19, 2000 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

Enchanted Rocks & Jewelry sits near the center of one of the richest geological areas in Texas

"...Enchanted Rocks & Jewelry in Llano sits near the center..."

March 20, 2009 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

"...Enchanted Rock has been attracting visitors for as long as..."

Feb. 23, 1996 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

"...Rock climbing at Enchanted Rock State Park offers a unique..."

May 17, 2002 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Explore the Natural Beauty of Texas at These Four State Parks

The best outdoor destinations near Austin are just a road trip away

"...Enchanted Rock State Natural Area With its sloping, pink granite..."

May 17, 2019 Features Feature by Beth Sullivan

Day Trips & Beyond: Texas Travel

A trip planner for the month of March

"...Beginning March 1, new rules at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area prohibit pets on the Summit..."

March 9, 2016 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Frozen II

Back to Arendelle, but has the story grown up with the audience?

"...her, sending Elsa north on a quest to an enchanted forest with her spunky sister Anna (Bell) and Anna’s..."

Nov. 22, 2019 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Liquor of the Week:

A perfect peach of a vodka from Enchanted Rock

"...has two world-class fruit vodkas. How good is this Enchanted Rock Peach flavored vodka? It's low in alcohol (70..."

Jan. 17, 2014 Food Post by Wes Marshall

Day Trips

Hueco Tanks State Historic Site is sacred ground to many Southwestern Native American tribes

"...many Southwestern Native American tribes. After climbing through the rock shelters, one comes away with the feeling they have..."

May 13, 2011 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Lydia Loveless, Helado Negro, and More Crucial Concerts

Essential Austin gigs in the coming week

"...barrage of insecurity. The result casts Loveless’ hook-heavy roots rock in a more reflective light – no less biting..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Music Feature by Elizabeth Braaten

Range War at the Dobie Ranch

A bulldozer's intrusion onto 'enchanted' property uncovers the struggles of UT's historic retreat for writers

"...of the bluff and along the creek to "Philosopher's Rock," one of Frank Dobie's favorite resting places. ..."

June 21, 2013 News Feature by Amy Gentry

Big Land, Big Stories,& One-Eyed Jacks

Western Roundup

"...For example: Ever seen that plaque at Enchanted Rock which commemorates the story of Captain John Coffee..."

April 18, 1997 Books Feature by Jesse Sublett

Day Trips

"...vineyard, which rests 1,956 feet above sea level. (Nearby Enchanted Rock is 1,825 feet.)..."

Oct. 6, 1995 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Oops!

"...Dear Editor, Thank you for featuring Music for Enchanted Rock in the Nov. 10 issue [“Playback: White Riot,..."

Nov. 13, 2017 Postmarks

Perseid Meteor Shower 101

We chat with the experts about when and where to see the night-sky show

"...really do.) Ries suggests Pedernales Falls State Park or Enchanted Rock, where she’s watched events in the past. Both..."

Aug. 9, 2016 Chronolog Post by Ashley Moreno

Day Trips

Highway 16 winds through the heart of Texas like the seam of a colorful quilt

"...elevation of 1,825 feet atop the granite dome at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. Take FM 1323 and enter..."

Oct. 2, 2009 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

The Knot in the Loop Saloon could be described as a neighborhood bar, but the neighborhood is one of the prettiest in the Hill Country

"...big circle beginning at Luckenbach and heading up to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, 10 miles west of the..."

March 11, 2005 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Preserving Planet Texas

Outdoor-loving Texans can thank the federal government for requiring the state to firm up its state parks planning over the next decade.

"..."underserved," in agency parlance. Locally, state parks such as Enchanted Rock and Pedernales Falls are identified as potential candidates..."

July 5, 2002 News Feature by Dan Oko

Texas Platters

Jimmy Lafave

"...with every chorus' finish. Equal parts singer-songwriter and roadhouse rocker, Austin's Jimmy LaFave is all about the songs those..."

April 23, 1999 Music Feature

San Antone on a Hot and Dusty Night

I Love (Live) Rock & Roll

"...sun set behind the rainbow-attired, swirly-eyed audience. I was enchanted by the contrast of their loopy Texacid rock being..."

Aug. 18, 1995 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

2000 Kids Summer Fun Guide

Listings

"...for Fun," where kids will learn to build model rockets and solar cars, experience an orbital simulator, and take..."

May 5, 2000 Features Feature

Indigo de Souza, Estrella Acosta, and More Crucial Concerts

A little hair of the dog for your post-SXSW listening pleasure

"...the lineup are indie-folk folks the Hushabyes and “dreamy” rockers Tearjerk. Prepare for generous and expansive forgiveness through music...."

March 22, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Have a Ball in Austin With These Sports Summer Camps

Get your kids going with everything from gymnastics to karate

"...Round Rock Express Baseball Camps..."

March 1, 2018 Events Post

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