Palmetto State Park protects a swamp ecosystem in Central Texas. Take a hike next to the dwarf Palmetto trees at Ottine Swamp and through Bur Oak groves and Mesquite Flats along the San Marcos River.
Inks Lake State Park: 5 Things to See Year Round
Inks Lake is one of the man made lakes on the Colorado River in Central Texas. Go for a swim at Spring Creek Delta in the summer. Or hike the trails to Devil’s Waterhole, Valley Creek Spring, Stumpy Hollow, and 1,000 FT Overlook.
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22 Min
Honey Creek Guided Walk: Learn About Texas Nature & Wildlife
Honey Creek State Natural Area is not your typical park. You could only explore it on guided walk on a weekend year round. Book your spot in advance and see one of the Texas hidden gems with your own eyes.
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26 Min
Meridian State Park in Texas: See Lotuses & Other Wildflowers
Meridian State Park is a small park in a somewhat remote part of Texas. Stop by to explore a scenic drive, hiking trails, historic structures around the lake. Blooming American Lotuses and wildflowers will be a cherry on top.
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21 Min
Guadalupe River State Park: 9 Great Hiking Trails
Guadalupe River is a park with rugged cliffs and river rapids near San Antonio. You could see a handful of endangered birds while hiking its easy and moderate trails. And stop by the Bauer House or the Rust House to see historic homesteads.
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30 Min
Longhorn Cavern: A Day Trip to A Former Bar in A Limestone Cave
Longhorn Cavern is the best cave to visit in Central Texas. Limestone chambers and formations, crystals and rich history make it a worthy destination for amateur cave explorers.
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23 Min
Colorado Bend: 15 Trails in A Central Texas Hiking Paradise
Colorado Bend State Park is a fantastic destination in Central Texas. 35 miles of hiking trails bring you from Gorman Falls along the Colorado River to Dogleg Canyon and Spicewood Springs via interconnecting paths.
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36 Min
LBJ Ranch: The Texas White House On A Living Farm
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & National Historical Park is a two park combination. Learn about the legacy of the 36th President, see the Texas White House and Air Force 1/2, or spend time on a Living Farm.
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31 Min
Pedernales Falls State Park: A Guide to Texas Hill Country Trails
Pedernales Falls is a scenic day trip destination from Austin, Texas. This river state park in the Texas Hill Country has cascading waterfalls, natural springs, and a large trail network.
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42 Min
Lost Maples State Natural Area: Find Fall Colors in Texas
Lost Maples is about as close as it gets to a real fall in Texas every November. But this park has more than maples trees. Its hiking trails could challenge even the experienced hikers.
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31 Min