Best Winter Nature Getaways in Texas
Texas may be famous for blazing summers, wide-open highways, and barbecue smoke in the air, but winter brings out a quieter side of the state. … Read more
Activities
Fall Outdoor Destinations in Texas That Deserve More Attention
Texas gets plenty of attention in spring, when wildflowers cover roadsides and Hill Country fields. Summer brings river tubing, beach trips, lake weekends, and long … Read more
Hiking Near Texas Cities: How Urban Texans Stay Connected to Nature
Texas is known for wide-open spaces, ranch roads, big skies, and rugged landscapes. But many Texans live in busy cities where highways, office buildings, shopping … Read more
How to Get Started With Boating in Texas
Texas is a great place to become a boater. The state has wide lakes, winding rivers, coastal bays, and Gulf waters that give beginners plenty … Read more
Desert Hiking in West Texas: The Most Dramatic Side of the State
West Texas has a way of surprising people. Many visitors picture Texas as ranchland, highways, big cities, and rolling Hill Country. Then they reach the … Read more
Boating Safety in Texas: The Basics That Matter Most
Texas gives boaters plenty of room to enjoy the water. From quiet Hill Country lakes to busy reservoirs, winding rivers, and the Gulf Coast, there … Read more
Lake Boating in Texas: Where Inland Boaters Spend Their Time
Texas may have a long Gulf Coast, but many boaters spend their weekends far from saltwater. Across the state, lakes serve as gathering places for … Read more
Fishing Seasons in Texas: What Bites Best and When
Texas offers fishing almost every month of the year. From East Texas reservoirs to Hill Country rivers and the Gulf Coast, anglers can find something … Read more
Best Summer Water Escapes in Texas
Texas summers call for shade, cold drinks, and water close by. Luckily, the state has plenty of places to cool off, from spring-fed pools in … Read more
Best Dog-Friendly Outdoor Trips in Texas
Texas is a great state for outdoor adventures with dogs. It has beaches, piney woods, desert roads, lakes, rivers, city trails, and wide-open parks where … Read more