Dripping Springs

Highpointe, Dripping Springs Neighborhood

Highpointe delivers a serene residential setting with tranquil streets and generous lot sizes. The neighborhood features a high proportion of single detached homes built after 2000. Many residences offer three bedroom and four or more bedroom floor plans suitable for varied needs. Mature landscaping and contemporary construction combine to create a cohesive, modern suburban character throughout. Residents value the quiet atmosphere and low levels of street noise on most days. Ample parking, convenient road access, and nearby open space provide practical everyday benefits. Convenient access to regional amenities is available within a short commute time and offers nearby parkland options.

The character of Highpointe is exemplified by its slower-paced atmosphere. Highpointe is especially quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic.

Highlights of Highpointe

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Highpointe Amenity Center & Parks

At the heart of the neighborhood, the Highpointe Amenity Center on Cool Spring Way offers multiple pools, tennis courts, basketball courts, and miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, making it a vibrant hub for residents seeking recreation and relaxation.

🏫 Dripping Springs ISD Schools

Families in Highpointe benefit from access to acclaimed Dripping Springs Independent School District campuses, including Sycamore Springs Elementary and Middle Schools, both less than five minutes away and known for their strong academics and community involvement.

🍽️ Wimberly Lane Food Truck Park

Located just outside the Highpointe entrance on Wimberly Lane, this food truck park offers a rotating lineup of local eats, perfect for a quick bite or gathering with neighbors after school or events.

🛒 Dripping Springs Ranch Shopping

A short drive up Sawyer Ranch Road, residents can shop for groceries, grab essentials, or enjoy boutique shopping experiences at the nearby Dripping Springs Ranch shopping area, adding everyday convenience to Highpointe living.

🚴 Highpointe Nature Trails

With over five miles of private greenbelt trails winding through natural hill country terrain, Highpointe's trails are perfect for biking, jogging, or experiencing wildlife, offering residents a peaceful escape just steps from their homes.

A Dripping Springs Neighborhood

This October in Highpointe

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

October 3, 2026

Family Fall Festival

Dripping Springs Ranch Park & Events Center

This close-to-home community festival is an easy fall outing for Highpointe families, with seasonal activities and a chance to enjoy Dripping Springs Ranch Park. Its location just off Event Center Drive makes it convenient for residents looking for a local, family-friendly October activity.

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Every Wednesday in October 2026

Dripping Springs Farmers Market

Dripping Springs Ranch Park • 3:00 PM–6:00 PM

Residents can make this a regular neighborhood-adjacent stop for locally grown produce, prepared foods, handmade goods, and community conversation. The weekly market at Dripping Springs Ranch Park is especially practical for Highpointe households seeking fresh ingredients and an easy midweek activity close to home.

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October 10–11, 2026

Hill Country Harvest Market

Dripping Springs Ranch Park & Event Center • Saturday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

This annual shopping event gives Highpointe residents a convenient way to browse Texas-made art, clothing, home décor, gourmet foods, gifts, jewelry, and seasonal items without driving into Austin. It is a useful early holiday-shopping opportunity and an approachable weekend outing near central Dripping Springs.

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October 10–11 and October 17–18, 2026

Foxtoberfest 2026

12 Fox Beer Co.

Foxtoberfest brings a Hill Country take on Oktoberfest to nearby Fitzhugh Road, with German food, live music, games, and family-friendly fun beneath the oak trees. It offers Highpointe residents a relaxed seasonal outing that combines local beer culture with a festive fall atmosphere.

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October 16–18, 2026

Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival

Historic Downtown Dripping Springs • Friday 1:30 PM–8:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM–8:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM

This signature local festival fills downtown Dripping Springs with free listening-room performances, storytelling, and more than 40 songwriters across multiple stages. For Highpointe residents, it is an unusually walkable, community-oriented way to enjoy live music close to home, with a ticket required only for the Saturday headliner concert.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Highpointe

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Highpointe

Neighborhood Characteristics

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