Lockhart

Lockhart is the seat of Caldwell County and holds the official Texas Legislature designation as the Barbecue Capital of Texas, home to legendary pitmasters including Kreuz Market, Smitty's Market, and Black's Barbecue. Located about 33 miles south of Austin along SH-130, Lockhart offers small-town Texas character, a charming historic courthouse square, and affordable home prices that attract buyers priced out of the metro. The SH-130 corridor has brought new growth and visibility to the area.