Texas Outdoor Trip Planning for People Who Don’t Camp
Camping often gets portrayed as the only “real” way to experience the outdoors, but that isn’t true in Texas. While thousands of visitors enjoy pitching … Read more
How to Build a Texas Outdoor Weekend Around One Small Town
When planning a Texas outdoor getaway, it’s easy to focus on checking off as many destinations as possible. Some travelers try to visit several parks, … Read more
What First-Time Visitors Often Get Wrong About Texas State Parks
Texas has one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. From the granite dome of Enchanted Rock and the colorful … Read more
How to Avoid the Busiest Times at Popular Texas Parks
Texas is home to some of the country’s most impressive state parks, from the granite summit of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area to the colorful … Read more
The Beginner’s Guide to Texas Day-Use Parks
For many people, the words “state park” immediately bring to mind camping, RVs, and spending the night outdoors. While overnight camping is certainly a popular … Read more
How to Choose the Right Texas State Park for Your Travel Style
Texas is home to more than 80 state parks, historic sites, and natural areas managed by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. They range from towering … Read more
What to Pack for a One-Day Texas Outdoor Trip
Whether you’re hiking through Lost Maples State Natural Area, kayaking on Caddo Lake, climbing Enchanted Rock, or birdwatching at Brazos Bend State Park, a successful … Read more
How to Plan a Texas Park Day When It’s Over 95 Degrees
Anyone who has spent a summer in Texas knows that outdoor plans don’t stop just because the forecast reaches 95 degrees—or even 100. State parks … Read more
How Texas Ranchlands Became Hiking, Camping, and Wildlife Destinations
For generations, Texas ranches were places where people raised cattle, managed livestock, and worked the land. Unless you owned the property or knew someone who … Read more
Texas Nature Preserves Where You Learn as Much as You Hike
Not every outdoor destination in Texas is designed simply for hiking or scenic views. Across the state, many nature preserves combine trails with educational exhibits, … Read more