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North Capital of Texas Highway Scenic Overlook
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N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746, USA Get directions
Pulled over along Loop 360 west of downtown, this overlook gives you a quick read on why Austinites love the drive: limestone bluffs, cedar-covered hills rolling toward the Colorado River, and on a clear day a long view across the Hill Country. It's an unmarked, open-anytime stop rather than a developed park, so expect a place to stand and take in the scenery rather than amenities.
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