Brownwood combines Southwest charm with a beautiful setting on the Pecan Bayou. Explore the lively downtown district, visit local history museums and sip craft beer at local brewhouses. The scenic Pecan Bayou Paddling Trail is one of the best in Texas and immerses you in the beautiful natural landscapes of the Lone Star State.
Things to do in Brownwood
Shop, dine and play in Downtown Brownwood. Admire handsome brick buildings on a guided walking tour and learn about the city’s industrial past at the Lehnis Railroad Museum. Attractions such as the Brownwood Art Centre and Art Deco-style Brownwood Lyric Theatre showcase the city’s creative side. From bright-yellow sunflowers and colourful butterflies to longhorn cattle and vintage trucks, the Brownwood Mural Trail is packed with unique photo ops.
Rent a kayak or canoe and explore the Pecan Bayou Paddling Trail. It’s one of more than 60 official paddling trails in the Lone Star State and takes you along the tree-lined shores of the slow-moving stream. Allow around three hours to complete the trail at a leisurely pace.
Learn about the people, places and events that have shaped Brownwood over the centuries at the Brown County Museum of History. Exhibits cover everything from the Penateka Comanche Native American tribes to the World War II era. Part of the museum is housed in the historic Brown County Jail, which you can explore on guided tours.
Downtown Brownwood is packed with mom-and-pop restaurants where you can enjoy hearty Texan cuisine. Bite into classics like chicken fried steak, smoky BBQ brisket and chili con carne. Save room for a slice of pecan pie and wash it down with award-winning Texan wines and craft beers made at local microbreweries. Catch everything from bluegrass to country music at local bars and live music venues.
Getting around Brownwood
Downtown Brownwood is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. The city is in Brown County, a three-hour drive from Dallas and San Antonio. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a three-hour drive away.