3. Junction to San Saba
JUNCTION TO SAN SABA – 137 MILES
Section 3 takes you from the western edge of the Hill Country and its white limestone to the northern edge, characterized by reddish-brown granite. Ensure you have a full tank of gas before leaving Junction as there are no gas stations along this section. As you leave the bump gates behind, you will be treated to the sandiest sections of this BDR-X along Salt Branch Loop and Keyserville and Bauerville Roads. The Castell General Store is a great spot to take a break before tackling the second half of today’s route. Note how the terrain and road surfaces change as you ride north from Castell toward San Saba. Fly Gap Road is an exceptionally fun dirt road, but be mindful of your speed and Ride Right as the road is a narrow two-way road. The day ends in San Saba, the pecan capital of the world.
3. Junction to San Saba
JUNCTION TO SAN SABA – 137 MILES
Section 3 takes you from the western edge of the Hill Country and its white limestone to the northern edge, characterized by reddish-brown granite. Ensure you have a full tank of gas before leaving Junction as there are no gas stations along this section. As you leave the bump gates behind, you will be treated to the sandiest sections of this BDR-X along Salt Branch Loop and Keyserville and Bauerville Roads. The Castell General Store is a great spot to take a break before tackling the second half of today’s route. Note how the terrain and road surfaces change as you ride north from Castell toward San Saba. Fly Gap Road is an exceptionally fun dirt road, but be mindful of your speed and Ride Right as the road is a narrow two-way road. The day ends in San Saba, the pecan capital of the world.
Castell General Store - Food
Castell General Store Historic general store turned burger joint—great for laid-back bites, cold drinks, local gear, and an easygoing Hill Country vibe, especially after paddling or riding. Address: 19522 Ranch Road 152, Castell, TX 78643 Phone: (325) 247-4100 Visit Website »
Historic Hilda Church
Historic Hilda Church The Hilda United Methodist Church, in rural Mason County, TX, was built in 1902 using stone from an earlier 19th-century church. It sits in a small German-settled farming and ranching community halfway between Mason and Doss.
Junction - Food, Gas, Lodging
Mason - Food, Gas, Lodging
Water Crossing - Beaver Creek
4544 Loeffler Ln Mason, TX, 76856, USA
THCX3 - Junction to San Saba
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