J.C. and Nancy Bryson established the area in 1872, building the first two rooms of their farmstead using cedar from Bastrop and limestone from the San Gabriel River. Originally, the 800-acre farm was used for livestock grazing, cash crops, and family meals, but it eventually transitioned to a cotton farm. In creating today’s Bryson, Johnson Development Corp. has taken every effort to show respect for the history of the Bryson family, and prepare their land for the next generation of pioneers.

Modern-day Bryson is focused on creating a connected community - not by being connected to electronics, but to each other.  Life at Bryson is about getting out of your four walls and enjoying the outdoors.  From a neighborhood game of football, to live music at The Backyard, to movies by the pool, happy hours, Craft Time! activities, or walking your dog on the trails - there's always something happening at Bryson for you to enjoy!

Bryson is professionally managed by CCMC, a company that since 1973 has been transforming development and subdivisions into communities.  Our site-based association management approach puts people first.  By understanding the concept and purpose of the association, we can all work together to maintain the integrity and value of your investment, and preserve the quality of life which first attracted you to Bryson.