San Antonio Missions are a must-visit destination in the Alamo City for all history and architecture lovers. You could visit these beautiful 18th century churches, fortifications, and irrigation system on a Hike & Bike Trail along the San Antonio River.
Palmetto State Park: 8 Hikes in A Tropical Forest in Central Texas
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.
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26 Min
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
Grelle Recreation Area: A Day Trip to Trails on Lake Travis
Grelle Recreation Area is a lesser known park in the Texas Hill Country. 15 trails on the shores of Lake Travis make it a worthwhile destination for beginner hikers, mountain bike riders, and campers.
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23 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
16 Best Places to View 2024 Total Solar Eclipse in Texas
Texas will be in the path of totality for the Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. This realistic List of the Best Places helps you pick the top spots to view the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse in Texas.
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30 Min