My Favorite Texas Trip
The staff at Texas Highways found ourselves reminiscing about our favorite Texas travels. In an effort to bask in the warm glow of wanderlust and plan for the future, we’re introducing a new series, “My Favorite Texas Trip.” In this collection, Texas Highways editors, contributors, and readers share the excursions around the Lone Star State that most affected them.
From Rome to Cedar Creek
Amelia Dee Mueller
When COVID-19 thwarted a group’s plans to travel to Europe, they pivoted to a small town east of Dallas
Two Instrumental Guitarists Tour Through Far West Texas
Eli Winter
A visit to Buddy Holly’s gravesite in Lubbock raises questions about what it means to be working musicians
Witnessing the Mysterious Marfa Lights
Judith Fein
A New Mexico writer visits West Texas and encounters a local legend
A Retreat at St. Benedict Monastery
Ramona Reeves
An introvert learns how to hog the road at a hermitage on the Panhandle plains
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Through the Aisles of H-E-B
Sabrina LeBoeuf
For one UT-Austin student, grocery shopping is more than just an errand—it’s an adventure
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Nature’s Gifts in Lost Maples State Natural Area
Tyson Bird
A native Idahoan discovers the rural Hill Country has plenty of opportunities for seeing the beauty of fall leaves
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15 Miles to Montrose
Dina Gachman
An escape from the Houston suburbs to this once-bohemian oasis in the city was just the ticket for this high schooler
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To Grandmother’s House We Go
Amanda Ogle
One writer’s treasured childhood memories include trekking from North Texas to South Texas for summer fun
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An Englishman Goes Honky-Tonking in Amarillo
Bertie Adam
An Englishman’s road trip across America introduces him to square-dancing and Cadillac Ranch in the Texas Panhandle
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Conquering Challenges on a Texas Gulf Coast Journey
Pam LeBlanc
While driving the Texas coast to follow a group of kayakers, Pam LeBlanc encountered sweet small towns and the occasional disruption, including thick mud and a flat tire.
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To Marfa and Big Bend with Low Expectations
Ciara O’Rourke
A trip to West Texas brings healing and adventure.
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A Very Texan Proposal on the State’s Highest Peak
Natalie Moore
One of our staffers tries to complete the strenuous hike up to Guadalupe Peak to witness her best friend’s proposal.
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On a Fayette County Prairie, a Saint for These Times
Clayton Maxwell
Writer Clayton Maxwell finds comfort in a Texas-Czech painted church and the history of Saint Roch, protector against disease.
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The Time I Got Pulled Over at Gunpoint on I-10 Outside of Sealy
John Nova Lomax
After a relaxing week on the Frio River, writer John Nova Lomax recounts, a little joke spiraled wildly out of control.
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Reader submission
The Eagles and East Texas
Carrie Case
One reader heads to Don Henley’s hometown of Linden and makes friends with the locals.
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Growing a Beard for St. Patrick’s Day in Shamrock
Julia Jones
Texas Highways’ assistant editor, fueled by a cult classic documentary, heads to the Panhandle.
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Reader submission
Achieving A Peak Sunset in Far West Texas
Ricky de Leon
Two Air Force buddies’ bold dash up Guadalupe Peak creates lasting memories.
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Two Couples Blaze Through Big Bend Country
John Lumpkin
In the inaugural post of our new series, “My Favorite Texas Trip,” we’re hitting the many attractions in far West Texas.
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Feeling inspired?
We invite readers to submit their own favorite Texas trip using this form. Select responses may be published on texashighways.com.
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