There’s no shortage of spectacular options for lodging near Big Bend National Park. Families, friends and couples who are seeking adventure but still wanting a comfortable place to stay and enjoy the desert scenery, can pick from one of the many options below. With the desert mountains, canyons and solitude Read more…
Lost Maples State Park is one of my favorite places to visit in Texas. Hidden away deep in the Hill Country, this state park overs fantastic hiking trails, panoramic views of mountainous landscape and even fall foliage in November. Perfect for camping and reconnecting with nature, plan your trip to Read more…
If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure in the Hill Country, then start planning a trip go camping in Texas. The Hill Country has everything from rocky trails, rivers, rolling hills and more. Offering a wide range of ways to camp, there’s options for everyone to enjoy spending time in Read more…
With 32 miles of Gulf Coast views, the beaches in Galveston are a great option to enjoy a different side of Texas. Located outside of Houston, Texas near marshlands, the water and beach is not exactly what you’d find in Florida or the Carribean. With the warm water and miles Read more…
When it comes to enjoying the water, sun and sand, Texas beach towns offer some of the best summer experiences. From the busy shores of Galveston and South Padre Island to the quiet and undisturbed sands of San Jose Island, Texas surprisingly has a diverse amount of beach destinations. One Read more…
In the heart of Texas Hill Country, Krause Springs offers a unique and enchanting escape for all who are looking to swim in refreshing water. Unlike other swimming holes in Texas, Krause Springs is a privately-owned retreat with an impressive 32 natural springs, waterfall, natural spring pool and swimming hole. Read more…
West of Austin, Texas in the Hill Country, Westcave Preserve Discovery Center is a hidden gem Austin visitors and locals should not miss. Unlike other caves and hikes near Austin, Westcave Preserve offers a unique blend of pristine nature, captivating geology, and educational opportunities. This natural sanctuary is known for Read more…
Barton Springs Pool is a refreshing and natural swimming pool in Austin, TX with views of the downtown skyline. Austin is a city known for many things like being the capital of Texas and the live music scene. For someone who’s never visited the city, they might not know that Read more…
In the heart of downtown, a nightly spectacle draws in both locals and tourists: a sighting of over 1 million bats inside the city of Austin, Texas. The emergence of the Mexican free-tailed bats from beneath the South Congress Avenue Bridge is a unique and mesmerizing phenomenon. While many flock Read more…
Hikers will love visiting Crockett Garden Falls for its waterfall, shade, easy to hike terrain and lake views. After part of the waterfall collapsed in the winter of 2022, visitors now return to see how nature has transformed the waterfall after its tragedy. Start planning a trip to go hiking Read more…