Behind the Photo: The Meadows Center in San Marcos, Texas
The Meadows Center in San Marcos, Texas is at the headwaters for the San Marcos River. Here you’ll learn amazing history of this central Texas gem.
Places to Hike
Guadalupe Mountains National Park
Guadalupe Mountains National Park features the highest peak in Texas, and El Capitan, but it also is a wonderful National Park that is almost a gateway into Texas from the west. Read more about my visit to this national park.
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The Government Canyon State Natural Area is just outside of San Antonio, TX and is home to prehistoric footprints, camping & amazing trails. Click for more!
Emerald Crown Trail Gains Support
Continue reading to learn about the Emerald Crown Trail, and see how its construction could bring another extensive trail system to Texas.
Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery
The Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery Historic site in La Grange, TX is a great stop on highway 71 to learn more about Texas history. Click to learn more!
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is an exposed rock formation that rises 1, 825 feet above sea level. This park features camping, fishing, birding and more
What to Expect at Palmetto State Park
Palmetto State Park brings a feel of the tropics to Texas. Check out the dwarf palmetto and everything else there is to offer. Click to learn more!
What to Expect at McKinney Falls State Park
McKinney Falls State Park gives visitors an escape from the city of Austin with great scenery, a rich history and plenty to do for the entire family.
Galveston Island State Park
Galveston Island State Park Recap: Straight up- Galveston Island State Park was an unusual visit
Historic Stagecoach Park Buda, TX
The Historic Stagecoach Park in Buda, TX is 51-acres of trails, a playground, an amphitheater and a pond. Click to learn more about this central Texas park.