Wild Basin Creative Research Center
Cause Area
- Arts & Culture
- Children & Youth
- Community
- Environment
Location
805 N. Capital of Texas HwyAustin, TX 78746 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
Wild Basin Creative Research Center is a St. Edward's University off campus location that includes 227 acres of protected wilderness. Trails are open to public.
Description
Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve is managed as part of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve in Austin, TX and consists of 227 acres of beautiful Hill Country woodlands owned jointly by Travis County (164.4 acres) and St. Edwards University (62.6 acres). Wild Basin is open to visitors who can hike the 2.5 miles of trails and can visit the Wild Basin Creative Research Center. The Creative Research Center, which is owned and operated by St. Edwards University, functions as the information and welcome hub of Wild Basin. It serves both the visiting public and facilitates student education and research at Wild Basin.