Texas Highways Magazine

Goldthwaite

wo hours northwest of Austin, you’ll find a town that has served as a Texas crossroads since 1885. Goldthwaite was established as a railroad town; now it’s a hidden gem for Hill Country travelers who want a taste of the country while en route to the state’s western climes. This is the Meat Goat Capital

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