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.
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.
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.
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.
Memorial Day Weekend is the start of the always busy summer travel season. This list of uncrowded destinations help you pick the best less busy spots for a long weekend trip.
Muleshoe Bend is a solid destination to see bluebonnets on the shores of Lake Travis. Bring your bike or hiking shoes to enjoy the multiuse trails. Rent a kayak or a paddle board to navigate the refreshing waters.
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.
Balcones Canyonlands is a National Wildlife Refuge just outside of Austin, Texas. This preserve is a great place to see native plants and wildlife in their natural habitat. Only select areas are open to the public.
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.
Bluebonnets are a state flower of Texas. They transform the Lone Star State every March. This realistic List of the Best Places helps you pick the top spots to see bluebonnets in Central Texas.
