The Difference Between Texas Rivers, Creeks, Reservoirs, and Bayous
Texas has thousands of waterways, but the names used for them can be confusing. A river, creek, reservoir, and bayou may all contain moving or … Read more
National Parks
The Appeal of Pocket Parks in Texas Cities
Pocket parks are small public green spaces tucked into neighborhoods, downtown blocks, mixed-use districts, and residential areas. They may be no larger than a vacant … Read more
How Texas Cemeteries Became Unexpected Places for Trees, Wildlife, and Quiet Walks
Cemeteries are usually thought of as places of memory, history, and mourning. In Texas, many of them are also surprisingly peaceful green spaces. Beneath old … Read more
The Best Places in Texas to Hear Nature: Frogs, Cicadas, Birds, Wind, and Water
Texas is often described by its landscapes: pine forests, coastal marshes, Hill Country limestone, desert mountains, rivers, lakes, and prairie. But the state can also … Read more
The Best Texas Parks for Learning About Native Plants
Texas is one of the best states for learning about native plants because its landscapes change so dramatically from region to region. A plant that … Read more
Top 5 Accessible Outdoor Destinations in Texas Worth Visiting
Texas is full of outdoor places that invite people to slow down, look around, and enjoy the landscape. From beaches and gardens to canyons and … Read more
Family-Friendly Nature Trips in Texas That Are Easy to Plan
Texas is packed with outdoor places where families can slow down, stretch their legs, and enjoy a little fresh air without planning a complicated vacation. … Read more
Quiet Texas Parks for a Peaceful Weekend
Texas has plenty of famous parks that draw big crowds, full parking lots, and busy trailheads. Those places are popular for good reason. Still, a … Read more
The Texas Parks Where You’re Most Likely to Spot an Alligator Safely
Texas has plenty of wildlife that can stop you in your tracks, but few animals command attention like the American alligator. Seeing one in the … Read more
Why East Texas Is the Heart of Alligator Country
When many people think of alligators, they picture the Deep South, wide marshes, and slow-moving bayous. Texas belongs in that picture too. More specifically, East … Read more