Gruene Grist Mill
Gruene Grist Mill
Gruene (pronounced “green”) is on the northwest side of New Braunfels, and is a popular destination for shoppers because of its many quaint shops and great eateries. One of their best known restaurants is the Grist Mill, which is a large place with a comprehensive menu. This route begins in Oak Hill, and follows true back roads which provide terrific views of the Hill Country. After shopping and lunch at the Grist Mill Restaurant, the route returns to Oak Hill along the same scenic roads we followed on the way to Gruene.
Vital Statistics
Approximate distance: 102 miles
Approximate time required: TBD
Date we rode this route: 4/23/05
Cautionary Notes
Some of the roads have some rough areas and deterioration on the ride side of the lane.
TX 150 in particular has a number of rough edges and several low water crossings.
The Route
Meet at the Jim’s Restuarant in Oak Hill (SW Austin), at the US 290 / TX 71 “Y” intersection.
West on 290, only approx. 1 mile.
Left on 1826.
When 1826 ends, left on 150.
When 150 ends, right on 3237, to Wimberley.
Left on 12.
When 12 ends at TX 32, break and refuel at the Diamond Shamrock.
West on 32.
Left on CR 215.
Left on 306, to New Braunfels.
Right on Hunter Road.
Park near Hunter Road and Gruene Road, and have lunch at the Grist Mill Restaurant.
After lunch and shopping, backtrack on Hunter to 306.
Refuel as needed at Hunter and 306.
Left on 306.
Right on Purgatory Road / CR 215.
Right on 32.
Left on 12, to Wimberley.
Right on 3237.
Left on 150.
Right on 1826.
Right on 290, To Oak Hill.
Head for home by your preferred route.
Those who are looking for the shortest way home can head north on I-35 from Gruene. To get to I-35 from Gruene, backtrack on Hunter to 306, then turn right (east) to I-35.
Tour Notes
The Grist Mill’s menu can be viewed at http://www.gristmillrestaurant.com/.
This route is relatively short, but plan this as a full day, to allow plenty of time for shopping.
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