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Bright Leaf State Natural Area

Still untapped and untrammelled; close to town, must make appt to visit. Interesting story of woman who owned the land, left it to the state w/ specific instructions that it never be developed. Only low impact activities allowed by visitors.

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Bright Leaf

Between MoPac and Highway 360, bordered by 2222 and Crestway Drive, Austin North

brightleaf.org

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