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The Wildflower Capital of Texas’ Fight to Revive Its Blooms

Wildflowers

The Wildflower Capital of Texas’ Fight to Revive Its Blooms

By Lina Fisher
April 14, 2025
Texas Wildflower Seeds Are the Gift That Keeps on Giving

Wildflowers

Texas Wildflower Seeds Are the Gift That Keeps on Giving

By Julia Jones
April 11, 2025
A Guide to Exploring the Cosmos in Texas

Road Trips

A Guide to Exploring the Cosmos in Texas

By Asher Elbein
April 8, 2025
It’s Texas Wildflower Season All Year Long

Wildflowers

It’s Texas Wildflower Season All Year Long

March 25, 2025
Texas Alligators Aren’t as Mean as You Think

Texas Alligators Aren’t as Mean as You Think

By Asher Elbein
March 14, 2025
Introducing the Wooly Devil, Texas’ Newest Wildflower

Wildflowers

Introducing the Wooly Devil, Texas’ Newest Wildflower

By Asher Elbein
March 12, 2025
Sleep With the Wolves in Navasota

Wildlife

Sleep With the Wolves in Navasota

By Saba Khonsari
March 10, 2025
2025 Texas Wildflowers Forecast: Year of the Late Bloomers

Wildflowers

2025 Texas Wildflowers Forecast: Year of the Late Bloomers

By Asher Elbein
March 4, 2025
Inside the World’s Largest Sea Turtle Hospital

Wildlife

Inside the World’s Largest Sea Turtle Hospital

By Amanda Ogle
March 1, 2025
Canyons of the Rio Grande By the Numbers

Nature

Canyons of the Rio Grande By the Numbers

By Matt Joyce
February 6, 2025
BMX Bikers Flip Out at Austin’s 9th Street

Sports

BMX Bikers Flip Out at Austin’s 9th Street

By Ian Dille
January 28, 2025
Hidden Gem: Experience Snowfall in West Texas

Hidden Gem: Experience Snowfall in West Texas

By Christopher Collins
January 24, 2025
The Outlaw Tradition of Noodling for Catfish

Fishing

The Outlaw Tradition of Noodling for Catfish

By Cameron Maynard
January 20, 2025
Hit the Waves at the Texas State Surfing Championship

Sports

Hit the Waves at the Texas State Surfing Championship

By Brant deBoer
December 6, 2024
Facing Fears in Gator Country

Wildlife

Facing Fears in Gator Country

By Laura Mallonee
December 4, 2024
2024 in Photos: A Year of Traveling Texas

Photography

2024 in Photos: A Year of Traveling Texas

December 2, 2024
Go Reptilian at Crocodile Encounters in Angleton

Wildlife

Go Reptilian at Crocodile Encounters in Angleton

By Saba Khonsari
November 26, 2024
Hidden Gem: A Riverside Beach in the Hill Country

Nature

Hidden Gem: A Riverside Beach in the Hill Country

By Ian Dille
November 18, 2024
Plant Your Own Texas Wildflowers

How to Texas

Plant Your Own Texas Wildflowers

By Sarah Thurmond
November 15, 2024
Are Grackles in Trouble in Texas?

Wildlife

Are Grackles in Trouble in Texas?

By Asher Elbein
November 8, 2024
Barreling Down Houston’s Hippie Hill

Parks

Barreling Down Houston’s Hippie Hill

By Paula Mejía
November 1, 2024
The Friendliest Animals in Texas

Wildlife

The Friendliest Animals in Texas

By Dina Gachman
October 22, 2024
Gliding Through the Skies Over Marfa

Recreation

Gliding Through the Skies Over Marfa

By Joe Nick Patoski
October 11, 2024
A Texan’s Guide to Butterfly Season

Nature

A Texan’s Guide to Butterfly Season

By Asher Elbein
How UT Austin Students Mapped Natural Bridge Caverns

Nature

How UT Austin Students Mapped Natural Bridge Caverns

By Asher Elbein
October 7, 2024
Where to Stay After a Long Day’s Hike

Lodging

Where to Stay After a Long Day’s Hike

By Scott Dubois
October 3, 2024
Caddo Lake Inspires Legends and Lore in East Texas

Lakes

Caddo Lake Inspires Legends and Lore in East Texas

By Edward Carey
September 23, 2024
The Fight to Preserve the Mighty Montezuma Cypress

Nature

The Fight to Preserve the Mighty Montezuma Cypress

By Cameron Maynard
September 9, 2024
Spread Your Wings in Mineola

Nature

Spread Your Wings in Mineola

By Olivia Dilley
August 27, 2024
Explore the Rio Grande Valley’s Natural Wonders

Nature

Explore the Rio Grande Valley’s Natural Wonders

By Asher Elbein
August 26, 2024
The Magic of the Rio Grande Valley

History

The Magic of the Rio Grande Valley

By Danielle Lopez
August 20, 2024
The Lost Underwater Towns of Texas

History

The Lost Underwater Towns of Texas

By Robyn Ross
August 13, 2024
Life Along the Red River

Nature

Life Along the Red River

August 5, 2024
Texas Has a New National Park Site

History

Texas Has a New National Park Site

By Kaiya Little
July 17, 2024
After the Smoke Clears

Nature

After the Smoke Clears

By Mary Beth Gahan
July 12, 2024
Hit Refresh at Boykin Springs Lake

Lakes

Hit Refresh at Boykin Springs Lake

By Christopher Collins
An Eclipse Chaser Sees the Light in Totality

Open Road

An Eclipse Chaser Sees the Light in Totality

By Fowzia Karimi
July 8, 2024
The Port Aransas Nature Preserve Is For the Birds

Nature

The Port Aransas Nature Preserve Is For the Birds

By Anthony Head
June 28, 2024
Dive Into These Texas River Retreats

Lodging

Dive Into These Texas River Retreats

By Scott Dubois
June 21, 2024
10 Summer Adventures for the Whole Family

10 Summer Adventures for the Whole Family

By Cynthia Drake
June 6, 2024
A Texan Learns to Surf at 72

Sports

A Texan Learns to Surf at 72

By Joe Nick Patoski
June 3, 2024
Beat the Heat at These Texas Water Parks

Water

Beat the Heat at These Texas Water Parks

By Joe Nick Patoski
Mist Connections at Caddo Lake State Park

Sightseer

Mist Connections at Caddo Lake State Park

By TH Staff
May 30, 2024
Dig for Seashell Treasures on Padre Island

Nature

Dig for Seashell Treasures on Padre Island

By Christopher Collins
May 28, 2024
Everything You Need to Know Before Floating a Texas River

How to Texas

Everything You Need to Know Before Floating a Texas River

By Marisa Charpentier
May 24, 2024
Rescuing Texas’ Once Wild Horses

History

Rescuing Texas’ Once Wild Horses

By Dina Gachman
May 21, 2024
The Daytripper Braves the Devils River

The Daytripper

The Daytripper Braves the Devils River

By Chet Garner
May 20, 2024
On a Night Hike, Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark

On a Night Hike, Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark

By Robyn Ross
May 17, 2024
Inside the Sport of Texas Rock Crawling

Drive

Inside the Sport of Texas Rock Crawling

By Cameron Maynard
May 13, 2024
Visit with Rehabilitated Critters at Wassermann Wranch in Alpine

Visit with Rehabilitated Critters at Wassermann Wranch in Alpine

By Sarah M. Vasquez
May 9, 2024
Texas’ Only Ice Cream Boat Has Embarked on Lake Conroe

Texas’ Only Ice Cream Boat Has Embarked on Lake Conroe

By Layne Van Vranken
May 7, 2024
Exploring McKittrick Canyon, the Most Beautiful Spot in Texas

Hiking

Exploring McKittrick Canyon, the Most Beautiful Spot in Texas

By Bobby Alemán
May 6, 2024
On Top of the World at Big Bend National Park

Vintage

On Top of the World at Big Bend National Park

By Christopher Collins
May 3, 2024
A First-Time Surfer Catches a Wave in Galveston

Open Road

A First-Time Surfer Catches a Wave in Galveston

By Sarah Hepola
May 2, 2024
From Bad Mutha to Fly-Fishing Expert

From Bad Mutha to Fly-Fishing Expert

By Michael Corcoran
April 26, 2024
Fireflies Set Independence Creek Preserve Aglow

Sightseer

Fireflies Set Independence Creek Preserve Aglow

By TH Staff
March 28, 2024
Travel Back in Time to Prehistoric Texas

Museums

Travel Back in Time to Prehistoric Texas

By Asher Elbein
March 26, 2024
Exploring the Sky Islands of the Trans-Pecos

Exploring the Sky Islands of the Trans-Pecos

By W.K. Stratton
March 25, 2024
Meet Spike, the Toughest Tortoise in Texas

Meet Spike, the Toughest Tortoise in Texas

By Christopher Collins
March 19, 2024
The Splendor of Texas Wildflowers on Full Display

Wildflowers

The Splendor of Texas Wildflowers on Full Display

By Theresa DiMenno
March 18, 2024
The Daytripper Gets Rejuvenated in Mineral Wells

The Daytripper

The Daytripper Gets Rejuvenated in Mineral Wells

By Chet Garner
March 13, 2024
Who Needs Venice When There Are Gondolas in Irving?

Who Needs Venice When There Are Gondolas in Irving?

By Amanda Ogle
March 8, 2024
Brighten Up Your Road Trips with the 2024 Wildflower Forecast

Brighten Up Your Road Trips with the 2024 Wildflower Forecast

By Asher Elbein
March 6, 2024
Preserving Texas’ History Through Its Native Flowers

Nature

Preserving Texas’ History Through Its Native Flowers

By Matt Joyce
March 4, 2024
Catch a Wave in Port Aransas

Sightseer

Catch a Wave in Port Aransas

By TH Staff
February 29, 2024
Frolicking Among the Bluebonnets at Fort Parker State Park

Vintage

Frolicking Among the Bluebonnets at Fort Parker State Park

By Christopher Collins
A Texas Bouquet

A Texas Bouquet

By TH Staff
February 27, 2024
Your Guide to Maximizing Texas Wildflower Season

Wildflowers

Your Guide to Maximizing Texas Wildflower Season

By Dina Gachman
What Texas Wildflower Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?

Wildflowers

What Texas Wildflower Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?

By Dina Gachman
Find Your Place in the Sun at These Total Solar Eclipse Events

Find Your Place in the Sun at These Total Solar Eclipse Events

By Amanda Ogle
February 23, 2024
Recovering Lost Memories at Brazos Bend State Park

Recovering Lost Memories at Brazos Bend State Park

By Meghan Beaudry
January 29, 2024
Texas Towns Are Partying Through the Total Eclipse

Drive

Texas Towns Are Partying Through the Total Eclipse

By Lori Rackl
January 8, 2024
Frozen in Time at the Great Trinity Forest

Sightseer

Frozen in Time at the Great Trinity Forest

January 4, 2024
The Most-Read Stories of 2023

The Most-Read Stories of 2023

By TH Staff
December 29, 2023
Brave the Cold(ish) Waters at a New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge

Brave the Cold(ish) Waters at a New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge

By Omar L. Gallaga
December 28, 2023
Everything’s Coming Up Roses at This Farm Near Houston

Everything’s Coming Up Roses at This Farm Near Houston

By Layne Van Vranken
December 21, 2023
Glamping Hits a High Point Along the Colorado River

Glamping Hits a High Point Along the Colorado River

By Melissa Gaskill
December 15, 2023
The Story of Christmas Comes to Life at Fort Leaton’s Posada

The Story of Christmas Comes to Life at Fort Leaton’s Posada

By Melissa Gaskill
December 13, 2023
2023 in Photos: A Year of Exploring Texas

Photography

2023 in Photos: A Year of Exploring Texas

November 21, 2023
‘Tis the Season for Hunting Seashells

Drive

‘Tis the Season for Hunting Seashells

By Amanda Ogle
Hiking Through Houston’s Wild Frontier

Drive

Hiking Through Houston’s Wild Frontier

By Dina Gachman
27 Hours Lost in Big Bend Ranch: How One Man Survived a Hike Gone Wrong

27 Hours Lost in Big Bend Ranch: How One Man Survived a Hike Gone Wrong

By Emily Brindley
November 13, 2023
Prepare a Dutch Oven Feast at Lake Tawakoni State Park

Prepare a Dutch Oven Feast at Lake Tawakoni State Park

By Melissa Gaskill
November 10, 2023
The Solar Eclipse Lent an Air of Magic to Marfa’s Annual Bike Race

Biking

The Solar Eclipse Lent an Air of Magic to Marfa’s Annual Bike Race

By Kathryn Lundstrom
November 1, 2023
Get Lost in the Pine Forest of Bastrop and Buescher State Parks

Get Lost in the Pine Forest of Bastrop and Buescher State Parks

By Saba Khonsari
October 25, 2023
Capturing the Perfect Storm in Texline

Sightseer

Capturing the Perfect Storm in Texline

By TH Staff
October 24, 2023
These Small Wonders Are the Panhandle’s Greatest Resource

Nature

These Small Wonders Are the Panhandle’s Greatest Resource

By Christopher Collins
Trail Blazing in Wild Texas

Drive

Trail Blazing in Wild Texas

By Robyn Ross
Chasing the Wind Across the Texas Panhandle

Nature

Chasing the Wind Across the Texas Panhandle

By Lauren Hough
Flock to Brazos State Park for Birdwatching this Fall

Flock to Brazos State Park for Birdwatching this Fall

By Melissa Gaskill
October 11, 2023
The Science—and Luck—of the Two Upcoming Eclipses in Texas

The Science—and Luck—of the Two Upcoming Eclipses in Texas

By Asher Elbein
September 27, 2023
A Guide to the Upcoming Eclipses in Texas

A Guide to the Upcoming Eclipses in Texas

By Layne Van Vranken
Where the Wild Things Are at Pecan Springs Karst Preserve

Where the Wild Things Are at Pecan Springs Karst Preserve

By Robyn Ross
September 22, 2023
Spend the Last Days of Summer at Sea Rim State Park

Spend the Last Days of Summer at Sea Rim State Park

By Melissa Gaskill
September 20, 2023
These Little Piggies Got Rescued

Drive

These Little Piggies Got Rescued

By Ian Dille
September 19, 2023
The Serenity of Westcave Preserve

Sightseer

The Serenity of Westcave Preserve

By TH Staff
A First-Timers Guide to Big Bend National Park in West Texas

A First-Timers Guide to Big Bend National Park in West Texas

By Pam LeBlanc
August 31, 2023
Where Cicadas Go, So Too Go the Sounds of Summer in Texas

Where Cicadas Go, So Too Go the Sounds of Summer in Texas

By Daniel Orr
August 30, 2023
Natural Bridge Caverns Gives New Meaning to Underground Music

Natural Bridge Caverns Gives New Meaning to Underground Music

By Omar L. Gallaga
August 28, 2023
A Trip Out West Offers a Glimpse at the Final Frontier

A Trip Out West Offers a Glimpse at the Final Frontier

By Matt Adams
August 21, 2023
After Spring’s Mating Season, It’s Babies Gone Wild at Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway

After Spring’s Mating Season, It’s Babies Gone Wild at Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway

By Melissa Gaskill
August 16, 2023
Lunch Is Served at Lubbock’s Prairie Dog Town

Lunch Is Served at Lubbock’s Prairie Dog Town

By Christopher Collins
August 10, 2023
When the Sun Sets in Marshall

Sightseer

When the Sun Sets in Marshall

By TH Staff
July 25, 2023
Plan Your Rocksprings Road Trip Now to See the Bats at Devil’s Sinkhole

Plan Your Rocksprings Road Trip Now to See the Bats at Devil’s Sinkhole

By Melissa Gaskill
July 24, 2023
Shark Week Swims Into Texas Early

Shark Week Swims Into Texas Early

By Meadow Chase
July 12, 2023
Capturing the Untamable Canadian River

Photography

Capturing the Untamable Canadian River

By Christopher Collins
June 27, 2023
The Fate of Jacob’s Well Remains Uncertain

History

The Fate of Jacob’s Well Remains Uncertain

By Ian Dille
Go With the Flow on the Comal River

Rivers

Go With the Flow on the Comal River

By Joe Nick Patoski
The Volunteers Keeping Texas’ Waterways Clean

Drive

The Volunteers Keeping Texas’ Waterways Clean

By Melissa Gaskill
Braving the Narrows, One of Texas’ Most Mythic and Wild Oases

Hiking

Braving the Narrows, One of Texas’ Most Mythic and Wild Oases

By Bobby Alemán
Brazos Bend State Park Provides Family-Friendly Adventure

Brazos Bend State Park Provides Family-Friendly Adventure

By Saba Khonsari
June 23, 2023
Meet the Grasshoppers Newly Named After Willie Nelson and Jerry Jeff Walker

Meet the Grasshoppers Newly Named After Willie Nelson and Jerry Jeff Walker

By Asher Elbein
June 22, 2023
Nature and Tranquility Await at Three Parks on the Edge of East Texas

Nature and Tranquility Await at Three Parks on the Edge of East Texas

By Robyn Ross
June 20, 2023
8 Overnight Adventures to Do with Kids this Summer

8 Overnight Adventures to Do with Kids this Summer

By Cynthia J. Drake
June 12, 2023
Cool Off This Summer at Upgraded Community Pools Around the Lone Star State

Cool Off This Summer at Upgraded Community Pools Around the Lone Star State

By Chris Collins
June 9, 2023
Pucker Up for a ‘Longhorn Kiss’ at Copper Breaks State Park in Quanah

Pucker Up for a ‘Longhorn Kiss’ at Copper Breaks State Park in Quanah

By Melissa Gaskill
June 5, 2023
Where to Picnic This Summer in the Hill Country

Where to Picnic This Summer in the Hill Country

By Carol Milberger
June 1, 2023
Weekend Getaways from Houston: Galveston and Nacogdoches

Weekend Getaways from Houston: Galveston and Nacogdoches

By Clayton Maxwell
May 30, 2023
How Three Men in Wheelchairs Summited Guadalupe Peak in the Early 1980s

History

How Three Men in Wheelchairs Summited Guadalupe Peak in the Early 1980s

By Andrew Stuart
Retracing a Grandfather’s Footsteps in Big Bend

Drive

Retracing a Grandfather’s Footsteps in Big Bend

By Clayton Maxwell
Texas Lighthouses Illuminate Maritime History Along the Coast

Drive

Texas Lighthouses Illuminate Maritime History Along the Coast

By Robyn Ross
Welcome to Texas’ RV Parks, Where Summer Never Ends

Camping

Welcome to Texas’ RV Parks, Where Summer Never Ends

By Sarah Hepola
Weekend Getaways from Austin: Sonora and Blanco

Weekend Getaways from Austin: Sonora and Blanco

By Joe Nick Patoski
A Firefly Expert Illuminates the Insect’s Upcoming Season

A Firefly Expert Illuminates the Insect’s Upcoming Season

By Asher Elbein
May 26, 2023
For a New Outdoor Activity, Archery Hits the Bull’s-eye at Lockhart State Park

For a New Outdoor Activity, Archery Hits the Bull’s-eye at Lockhart State Park

By Melissa Gaskill
May 15, 2023
Scottish Heritage and a Competitive Spirit Run Through Texas’ Highland Games Events

Scottish Heritage and a Competitive Spirit Run Through Texas’ Highland Games Events

By John Spaulding
May 12, 2023
Baytown Sculpture Trail Is Just One of Many Making Art Accessible in the Outdoors

Baytown Sculpture Trail Is Just One of Many Making Art Accessible in the Outdoors

By Caleb Bell
May 7, 2023
Parties, Horse Racing, and Other Ways to Experience the Kentucky Derby in Texas

Parties, Horse Racing, and Other Ways to Experience the Kentucky Derby in Texas

By Layne Van Vranken
May 4, 2023
Musicians Go Wild on New Album Celebrating Texas State Parks

Musicians Go Wild on New Album Celebrating Texas State Parks

By Joe Gross
May 2, 2023
Get Cooking Around the Campfire with These Tips and Tricks

Fuel

Get Cooking Around the Campfire with These Tips and Tricks

By Abigail Rosenthal
Beekeeping for the End of the World

Open Road

Beekeeping for the End of the World

By Celia Bell
The Promise of Summer at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park

Sightseer

The Promise of Summer at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park

By TH Staff
How Longhorn Cavern Was Carved by Hand

History

How Longhorn Cavern Was Carved by Hand

By Bobby Alemán
An Adventurer’s Guide to Texas State Parks

Nature

An Adventurer’s Guide to Texas State Parks

By Pam LeBlanc
Why We Should Care About Public Land

Nature

Why We Should Care About Public Land

By Rick Bass
Find Adventure in Texas’ Lesser-Known State Parks

Nature

Find Adventure in Texas’ Lesser-Known State Parks

By Clayton Maxwell
Eat Like a Member of the Civilian Conservation Corps

Fuel

Eat Like a Member of the Civilian Conservation Corps

By Danielle Lopez
When the Sun Goes Down at Texas State Parks

Nature

When the Sun Goes Down at Texas State Parks
The Floating Campsite at Sea Rim State Park Is a One-of-a-Kind Experience

Drive

The Floating Campsite at Sea Rim State Park Is a One-of-a-Kind Experience

By Dan Oko
Bird Blinds Offer State Park Visitors and Migratory Birds a Tranquil Escape

Nature

Bird Blinds Offer State Park Visitors and Migratory Birds a Tranquil Escape

By Melissa Gaskill
A Day Spent at Lake Bastrop Trailway Rewards Human and Canine Adventurers

A Day Spent at Lake Bastrop Trailway Rewards Human and Canine Adventurers

By Robyn Ross
April 28, 2023
Treat Yourself to a Glamping Weekend at Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Treat Yourself to a Glamping Weekend at Palo Duro Canyon State Park

By Melissa Gaskill
April 13, 2023
The Houston Zoo’s New Galápagos Islands Exhibit Enchants and Educates

The Houston Zoo’s New Galápagos Islands Exhibit Enchants and Educates

By Layne Van Vranken
April 12, 2023
A Springtime Drive Through Flowering Fields in Central Texas

A Springtime Drive Through Flowering Fields in Central Texas

By John Clark
April 11, 2023
El Paso’s Future Looks Golden with New Castner Range National Monument

El Paso’s Future Looks Golden with New Castner Range National Monument

By James Hernandez
April 7, 2023
With Spring Migration Underway, Now’s the Time to Start Your Urban Birding Adventures

With Spring Migration Underway, Now’s the Time to Start Your Urban Birding Adventures

By Kirk Walsh
Beauty and the Beast: The Battle of the Bluebonnet Co-Capitals of Texas

Beauty and the Beast: The Battle of the Bluebonnet Co-Capitals of Texas

By John Lumpkin
April 6, 2023
Mating Season Is Underway for Attwater Prairie Chickens. Just Don’t Call Them “Boomers.”

Mating Season Is Underway for Attwater Prairie Chickens. Just Don’t Call Them “Boomers.”

By Pam LeBlanc
March 29, 2023
Padre Island Is Ground Zero for Saving the Endangered Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle

Nature

Padre Island Is Ground Zero for Saving the Endangered Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle

By Dan Oko
March 28, 2023
What the Heck Is Cattalo?

History

What the Heck Is Cattalo?

By Mary Beth Gahan
In Search of Texas’ Reptilian Riches and Abundant Amphibians

Nature

In Search of Texas’ Reptilian Riches and Abundant Amphibians

By Asher Elbein
How Texans Reconnect Children With the State’s Natural Wonders

Nature

How Texans Reconnect Children With the State’s Natural Wonders

By Rubén Degollado
The National Butterfly Center in South Texas Is at the Forefront of Efforts To Protect Butterflies

Nature

The National Butterfly Center in South Texas Is at the Forefront of Efforts To Protect Butterflies

By S. Kirk Walsh
Soak Up History and Good Vibes at Camp Hot Wells in San Antonio

Soak Up History and Good Vibes at Camp Hot Wells in San Antonio

By Jen Hamilton Hernandez
March 27, 2023
Go (Almost) Under the Sea at the Patton Center of Marine Science Education in Port Aransas

Go (Almost) Under the Sea at the Patton Center of Marine Science Education in Port Aransas

By Melissa Gaskill
March 24, 2023
A Monarch Butterfly Takes Flight in a Time of Grief

A Monarch Butterfly Takes Flight in a Time of Grief

By Shannon Perri
March 22, 2023
An Expectant Mother Contemplates Growth at Austin’s Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

An Expectant Mother Contemplates Growth at Austin’s Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

By Ali Montag
March 16, 2023
Celebrate Spring Wildflowers in Texas at These Festivals and Trails

Celebrate Spring Wildflowers in Texas at These Festivals and Trails

By Amanda Ogle
March 15, 2023
2023 Wildflower Forecast: Bluebonnets Arrive Early Ahead of a Lush Blooming Season

2023 Wildflower Forecast: Bluebonnets Arrive Early Ahead of a Lush Blooming Season

By Asher Elbein
March 10, 2023
Head to South Texas for Hawk Watching at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

Head to South Texas for Hawk Watching at Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park

By Melissa Gaskill
Shift Your Sightseeing Up a Gear with Self-Guided E-bike Tours

Shift Your Sightseeing Up a Gear with Self-Guided E-bike Tours

By Pam LeBlanc
March 3, 2023
The Nearly Completed Northeast Texas Trail Is an Outdoor Sports Paradise

The Nearly Completed Northeast Texas Trail Is an Outdoor Sports Paradise

By Pam LeBlanc
March 1, 2023
The Golden Glow of Sunset and Prickly Poppies in the Hill Country

Sightseer

The Golden Glow of Sunset and Prickly Poppies in the Hill Country

By TH Staff
February 28, 2023
Texas’ Flowering Trees Take Seasonal Blooms to New Heights

Wildflowers

Texas’ Flowering Trees Take Seasonal Blooms to New Heights

By Asher Elbein
Trek Travel Designs Hill Country Rides for Serious Bicyclists

Drive

Trek Travel Designs Hill Country Rides for Serious Bicyclists

By Lori Rackl
A Botanical Guide to Texas Wildflowers

Wildflowers

A Botanical Guide to Texas Wildflowers

By Robyn Ross
Houston’s New Land Bridge at Memorial Park Has Everyone Talking

Houston’s New Land Bridge at Memorial Park Has Everyone Talking

By Rebecca Deurlein
February 10, 2023
The Sky’s the Limit at South Llano River State Park

The Sky’s the Limit at South Llano River State Park

By Melissa Gaskill
February 3, 2023
The Cycle of Strife in Palmetto State Park

The Cycle of Strife in Palmetto State Park

By Katie Nickas
January 27, 2023
Spin Class: Why Tumbleweeds Are On a Roll in West Texas

Spin Class: Why Tumbleweeds Are On a Roll in West Texas

By Asher Elbein
January 24, 2023
The Eternal Springs of Balmorhea State Park Pool in West Texas

Nature

The Eternal Springs of Balmorhea State Park Pool in West Texas

By Katie Gutierrez
How to Escape Noise Pollution in Texas

Drive

How to Escape Noise Pollution in Texas

By Jennifer Stewart
The Calm Before the Storm on South Padre Island

Sightseer

The Calm Before the Storm on South Padre Island
Best Friends Bond Through Misadventures at Big Bend National Park

Best Friends Bond Through Misadventures at Big Bend National Park

By Scott Bedgood
January 6, 2023
Our Favorite Photos From 2022

Our Favorite Photos From 2022

January 3, 2023
A New Book Explores the Beauty and Diversity of Texas State Parks Through Art

A New Book Explores the Beauty and Diversity of Texas State Parks Through Art

By Clayton Maxwell
December 31, 2022
Decatur’s LBJ Grasslands Are a Paradise for Nature Lovers

Decatur’s LBJ Grasslands Are a Paradise for Nature Lovers

By Amanda Ogle
December 29, 2022
Explore Rio Grande Valley Wilderness at Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge

Nature

Explore Rio Grande Valley Wilderness at Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge

By Joe Nick Patoski
Your 2023 Texas Travel Bucket List

Road Trips

Your 2023 Texas Travel Bucket List
Snowfall on the Little Red River Valley in the Panhandle Plains

Sightseer

Snowfall on the Little Red River Valley in the Panhandle Plains
A Lost Swimming Hole in the Panhandle Plains Holds Generations of Family Memories

Open Road

A Lost Swimming Hole in the Panhandle Plains Holds Generations of Family Memories

By Bobby Alemán
Sled Down the Dunes at Monahans Sandhills State Park in West Texas

Drive

Sled Down the Dunes at Monahans Sandhills State Park in West Texas

By Melissa Gaskill
Our Readers’ Favorite Stories from 2022

Our Readers’ Favorite Stories from 2022

By TH Staff
December 28, 2022
When the Most Endangered Places in Texas Hits a Little Too Close to Home

When the Most Endangered Places in Texas Hits a Little Too Close to Home

By Gene Fowler
December 22, 2022
Celebrate the 50th Birthday of Guadalupe Mountains National Park with 5 Spectacular Hikes

Celebrate the 50th Birthday of Guadalupe Mountains National Park with 5 Spectacular Hikes

By Laurence Parent
December 2, 2022
For Fans of Christmas Lights, a Carriage Ride in Highland Park Is Peak Holiday Fun

For Fans of Christmas Lights, a Carriage Ride in Highland Park Is Peak Holiday Fun

By Andrea Luttrell
November 30, 2022
The Christmas Mountains Are the Gift That Keeps on Giving

Drive

The Christmas Mountains Are the Gift That Keeps on Giving

By Matt Joyce
November 23, 2022
A Fresh Angle on Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park

Sightseer

A Fresh Angle on Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park
Big Bend’s Indomitable Prickly Plant Life

Nature

Big Bend’s Indomitable Prickly Plant Life

By Matt Joyce
Gobble Gobble: Meet the Wild Turkeys of Texas

Gobble Gobble: Meet the Wild Turkeys of Texas

By Asher Elbein
November 20, 2022
A Runner Sets Out to Experience the Variety of Texas’ Competitive Trail Runs

Nature

A Runner Sets Out to Experience the Variety of Texas’ Competitive Trail Runs

By Jennifer Stewart
October 27, 2022
A Bird’s-Eye View of Laguna Madre

Sightseer

A Bird’s-Eye View of Laguna Madre
Get a Taste of the Cowboy Life at a Texas Dude Ranch

Get a Taste of the Cowboy Life at a Texas Dude Ranch

By Clayton Maxwell
Your Beginner’s Guide to Hiking in Texas

Drive

Your Beginner’s Guide to Hiking in Texas

By Amelia Nonemacher
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Prepares to Celebrate the Centennial of Texas State Parks in 2023

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Prepares to Celebrate the Centennial of Texas State Parks in 2023

By Matt Joyce
October 12, 2022
South Llano River State Park, a Treasured Hill Country Haven, is Getting a New Headquarters and Bridge

South Llano River State Park, a Treasured Hill Country Haven, is Getting a New Headquarters and Bridge

By Pam LeBlanc
September 12, 2022
Port Aransas Bids Adieu to a Favorite Fishing Outfitter as Locals Seek to Balance Growth and Preservation

Sports

Port Aransas Bids Adieu to a Favorite Fishing Outfitter as Locals Seek to Balance Growth and Preservation

By John Lumpkin
August 30, 2022
This Summer’s Drought Has Some Texas Flower Farmers Wilting From the Heat

This Summer’s Drought Has Some Texas Flower Farmers Wilting From the Heat

By Asher Elbein
August 29, 2022
Skip the Beach and Go Antiques Shopping Instead in Galveston

Skip the Beach and Go Antiques Shopping Instead in Galveston

By Kathy Straach
August 26, 2022
Rio Grande Valley Birder Tiffany Kersten Set a ‘Big Year’ Record

Rio Grande Valley Birder Tiffany Kersten Set a ‘Big Year’ Record

By S. Kirk Walsh
August 25, 2022
Keep Your Eyes on the Skies: Hawk Watch at Smith Point Gets Underway

Keep Your Eyes on the Skies: Hawk Watch at Smith Point Gets Underway

By Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano
August 19, 2022
A Hiker Confronts Monoculture in Austin Parks

A Hiker Confronts Monoculture in Austin Parks

By Bobby Alemán
August 18, 2022
As the Emerald Ash Borer Expands Its Texas Invasion, There Are Ways to Help Stop the Spread

As the Emerald Ash Borer Expands Its Texas Invasion, There Are Ways to Help Stop the Spread

By Asher Elbein
August 12, 2022
Forget Basements—This Texas Home Comes with Its Own Underground Natural Cavern

Forget Basements—This Texas Home Comes with Its Own Underground Natural Cavern

By Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano
A New Adventure Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns Gives Novices a Chance to Be Explorers

A New Adventure Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns Gives Novices a Chance to Be Explorers

By Pam LeBlanc
August 9, 2022
Do’s and Don’ts of Late Summer Travel in Texas

Do’s and Don’ts of Late Summer Travel in Texas

By Ariel Castillo
How One Houston Family Visited All 89 Texas State Parks—And More

How One Houston Family Visited All 89 Texas State Parks—And More

By Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano
August 8, 2022
What a 500-Year-Old Tree Taught Me About Putting Down Roots

What a 500-Year-Old Tree Taught Me About Putting Down Roots

By Ali Montag
July 29, 2022
As Drought Sets in Across Texas, Expect a Bumpy Tubing Season

As Drought Sets in Across Texas, Expect a Bumpy Tubing Season

By Amelia Nonemacher
Chisholm Trail Rides Offers an Idyllic Small Town Horseback Riding Experience

Drive

Chisholm Trail Rides Offers an Idyllic Small Town Horseback Riding Experience

By Kameron Dunn
July 28, 2022
Shumla Treks Offer a Revealing Look at the Ancient Rock Art of Southwest Texas

History

Shumla Treks Offer a Revealing Look at the Ancient Rock Art of Southwest Texas

By Pam LeBlanc
Wildfires Continue Across Texas as Temperatures Soar and Droughts Worsen

Wildfires Continue Across Texas as Temperatures Soar and Droughts Worsen

By Ariel Castillo
July 25, 2022
Monarch Butterflies Are Under Threat—Here Are 6 Ways To Help

Monarch Butterflies Are Under Threat—Here Are 6 Ways To Help

By Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano
July 22, 2022
Oak Tree Thought to be Extinct Found in Big Bend National Park

Oak Tree Thought to be Extinct Found in Big Bend National Park

By Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano
July 19, 2022
The History and Science Behind Bois d’Arc Lake

History

The History and Science Behind Bois d’Arc Lake

By Rob Curran
June 30, 2022
How the San Antonio River Walk Became More Than Just a Tourist Attraction

Nature

How the San Antonio River Walk Became More Than Just a Tourist Attraction

By Wes Ferguson
13 Things to Do Along the Texas Coast

Drive

13 Things to Do Along the Texas Coast

By Julia Jones
The Wild and Urban Brazos is a River Full of Contradictions

Rivers

The Wild and Urban Brazos is a River Full of Contradictions

By Joe Nick Patoski
Fly Fishing Is Taking off in Texas Rivers

Drive

Fly Fishing Is Taking off in Texas Rivers

By Dan Oko
The Primordial Paddlefish Is Being Reintroduced to Texas Lakes

Nature

The Primordial Paddlefish Is Being Reintroduced to Texas Lakes

By Asher Elbein
Where To Go Swimming This Summer in Texas

Where To Go Swimming This Summer in Texas

June 24, 2022
The Battle Between Two Lizards In Texas Is a Win for UT Arlington Biologists

The Battle Between Two Lizards In Texas Is a Win for UT Arlington Biologists

By Asher Elbein
May 26, 2022
The Habitats of Wild Creatures Transcend Lines Drawn on Paper

Drive

The Habitats of Wild Creatures Transcend Lines Drawn on Paper

By Melissa Gaskill
Peel Back the Layers of Austin’s Onion Creek

Nature

Peel Back the Layers of Austin’s Onion Creek

By Ian Dille
April 28, 2022
San Antonio’s Morgan’s Wonderland Caters to Kids with Disabilities

Drive

San Antonio’s Morgan’s Wonderland Caters to Kids with Disabilities

By Clayton Maxwell
From Garden Gnomes to Willie Nelson’s Likeness, the Sculptures of Port Aransas Sandfest Never Disappoint

From Garden Gnomes to Willie Nelson’s Likeness, the Sculptures of Port Aransas Sandfest Never Disappoint

By Sallie Lewis
April 7, 2022
Volksmarching Brings Texans Together for Fitness and Camaraderie

Sports

Volksmarching Brings Texans Together for Fitness and Camaraderie

By Katie Gutierrez
March 24, 2022
How Texas Continues to Take Roller Coasters to New Heights

Drive

How Texas Continues to Take Roller Coasters to New Heights

By Andrea Luttrell
9 Caves in Texas You Can Tour for a Day of Pure Exploration

Nature

9 Caves in Texas You Can Tour for a Day of Pure Exploration

By Melissa Gaskill
Where to Scuba Dive in Texas

Drive

Where to Scuba Dive in Texas

By Melissa Gaskill
An In-Depth Look at the Texas Bluebonnet

Drive

An In-Depth Look at the Texas Bluebonnet

By Jacqueline Knox
February 24, 2022
Wildflowers Serve as Inspiration for These 6 Texas Artists

Wildflowers

Wildflowers Serve as Inspiration for These 6 Texas Artists

By Clayton Maxwell
The Rogue Wildflower Hunters of Texas

Drive

The Rogue Wildflower Hunters of Texas

By Dina Gachman
Firewheels Brighten a Springtime Field in South Austin

Sightseer

Firewheels Brighten a Springtime Field in South Austin
How to Find Wildflowers Year-Round Across the State

Wildflowers

How to Find Wildflowers Year-Round Across the State

By Joe Nick Patoski
The New Reality of Destructive Wildfires in the Texas Panhandle

History

The New Reality of Destructive Wildfires in the Texas Panhandle

By John R. Erickson
The Blackland Prairie Raptor Center Helps Birds of Prey Find Their Way

Drive

The Blackland Prairie Raptor Center Helps Birds of Prey Find Their Way

By Dina Gachman
January 27, 2022
With Austin Perpetually Booming, Conservationists Secure More Protection for Beloved Hamilton Pool

With Austin Perpetually Booming, Conservationists Secure More Protection for Beloved Hamilton Pool

By Dan Oko
January 9, 2022
Big Bend for the Rest of Us

Big Bend for the Rest of Us

By John Spaulding
January 1, 2022
Georgetown Loop Offers Thru-hiking in Austin’s Backyard

Georgetown Loop Offers Thru-hiking in Austin’s Backyard

By Morgan O'Hanlon
December 27, 2021
Inside the Effort to Save the Beloved Texas Horned Lizard

Inside the Effort to Save the Beloved Texas Horned Lizard

By Asher Elbein
December 23, 2021
The Edge of the World in Texas

The Edge of the World in Texas

By Katie Gutierrez
December 10, 2021
Follow Texas’ Indigenous Roots Along El Camino Real de los Tejas

Follow Texas’ Indigenous Roots Along El Camino Real de los Tejas

By ire'ne lara silva
November 24, 2021
‘Viva Texas Rivers!’ Celebrates Texas’ Storied Waterways

‘Viva Texas Rivers!’ Celebrates Texas’ Storied Waterways

By Clayton Maxwell
October 28, 2021
Sharks Are at the Top of the Gulf Coast Food Chain

Sharks Are at the Top of the Gulf Coast Food Chain

By Melissa Gaskill
September 23, 2021
Find Unexpected Adventures in the Rugged Canyonlands of the Texas Panhandle

Recreation

Find Unexpected Adventures in the Rugged Canyonlands of the Texas Panhandle

By Matt Joyce
What Lurks in the Dark at Texas Parks?

What Lurks in the Dark at Texas Parks?

By Pam LeBlanc
A Wet Summer Bodes Well for a Colorful Fall at Guadalupe Mountains

Photography

A Wet Summer Bodes Well for a Colorful Fall at Guadalupe Mountains
Where Did All of Texas’ Wild Mustangs Go?

Where Did All of Texas’ Wild Mustangs Go?

By Asher Elbein
August 26, 2021
“Dirtbagging” the Public Lands of Texas

“Dirtbagging” the Public Lands of Texas

By Brandon Weaver
August 6, 2021
Meet the Vinegaroon, Big Bend National Park’s Elusive, Vinegar-Spewing ‘Wild Scorpion’

Meet the Vinegaroon, Big Bend National Park’s Elusive, Vinegar-Spewing ‘Wild Scorpion’

By Asher Elbein
July 28, 2021
100 Years of Camp Rio Vista, Texas’ Oldest Summer Camp

100 Years of Camp Rio Vista, Texas’ Oldest Summer Camp

By Jacqueline Knox
July 21, 2021
Take a Dip at Soon-to-Reopen Balmorhea Pool in West Texas

Take a Dip at Soon-to-Reopen Balmorhea Pool in West Texas

By Joe Nick Patoski
June 24, 2021
East Texas’ Swampy Wetlands Wouldn’t Exist Without Beavers

East Texas’ Swampy Wetlands Wouldn’t Exist Without Beavers

By Julia Jones
Behold the Bounty of the Blanco

Behold the Bounty of the Blanco

By Joe Nick Patoski
Resacas are the Natural Wonders of Texas’ Rio Grande Valley

Resacas are the Natural Wonders of Texas’ Rio Grande Valley

By Lydia Saldaña
May 27, 2021
This Intracoastal Waterway Connects Texas to Florida

This Intracoastal Waterway Connects Texas to Florida

By Dan Oko
Forest Bathing Doesn’t Require Soap or a Towel, Just an Open Mind

Nature

Forest Bathing Doesn’t Require Soap or a Towel, Just an Open Mind

By Sarah Bird
March 25, 2021
Local Groups Work to Reconnect the Black Community to the Joy of the Outdoors

Local Groups Work to Reconnect the Black Community to the Joy of the Outdoors

By Kayla Stewart
Why Bees Are Vital to Texas’ Wildflower Season

Nature

Why Bees Are Vital to Texas’ Wildflower Season

By Melissa Gaskill
February 25, 2021
Expert Tips for Camping With Your Family, Backpack, or RV in Texas

Camping

Expert Tips for Camping With Your Family, Backpack, or RV in Texas
The Healing Power of Wildflowers

The Healing Power of Wildflowers

By ire'ne lara silva
No Whooping Crane Festival This Year? No Big Whoop.

No Whooping Crane Festival This Year? No Big Whoop.

By Sallie Lewis
January 25, 2021
Jester King Brewery Adds a 2-Mile Trail to its 165-Acre Property

Jester King Brewery Adds a 2-Mile Trail to its 165-Acre Property

By Kimya Kavehkar
January 23, 2021
The Legend of the Guadalupe Bass, the State Fish of Texas

History

The Legend of the Guadalupe Bass, the State Fish of Texas

By Dan Oko
December 24, 2020
Texans’ Love of the Outdoors Has Blossomed During the Pandemic

Texans’ Love of the Outdoors Has Blossomed During the Pandemic

By Asher Elbein
November 26, 2020
A Naturalist Finds Serenity on a Mini-Tour of Texas’ Famous Oak Trees

Open Road

A Naturalist Finds Serenity on a Mini-Tour of Texas’ Famous Oak Trees

By Lucas Loredo
Big Bend is Ground Zero for a Thriving Black Market for Native Plants

Big Bend is Ground Zero for a Thriving Black Market for Native Plants

By Melissa Gaskill
Find Elusive Nilgai Roaming at King Ranch in South Texas

Find Elusive Nilgai Roaming at King Ranch in South Texas

By Asher Elbein
September 24, 2020
More Parks Receive Grants for Improvement Projects from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

More Parks Receive Grants for Improvement Projects from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

By Pam LeBlanc
September 4, 2020
A Guide to Texas’ Many Spring-Fed Pools

A Guide to Texas’ Many Spring-Fed Pools

By Julia Jones and Michael Hoinski
June 25, 2020
The Frio is Chilly but That’s the Point

The Frio is Chilly but That’s the Point

By Pam LeBlanc
Take in the Beauty of the Night Sky at the The Texas Star Party

Take in the Beauty of the Night Sky at the The Texas Star Party

By Asher Elbein
April 30, 2020
Spelunk Into the Depths of Texas and Discover Hot Spots for Biodiversity

Spelunk Into the Depths of Texas and Discover Hot Spots for Biodiversity

By Pam LeBlanc
No Guts, No Glory For Paddlers Who Take on the Texas Water Safari

Water

No Guts, No Glory For Paddlers Who Take on the Texas Water Safari

By Pam LeBlanc
Download Our Printable Wildflower Coloring Pages

Download Our Printable Wildflower Coloring Pages

By TH Staff
April 14, 2020
Readers Share Their Favorite Wildflower Photos

Readers Share Their Favorite Wildflower Photos
Texas Conservationists Want to Keep the ‘Wilderness’ in Big Bend National Park

Texas Conservationists Want to Keep the ‘Wilderness’ in Big Bend National Park

By Matt Joyce
April 11, 2020
A Journey Down River Road Offers Big Bend Scenery and Plenty of Room to Think

A Journey Down River Road Offers Big Bend Scenery and Plenty of Room to Think

By Brantley Hargrove
March 26, 2020
Why the Bolivar Peninsula is One of the Best Birding Spots in the World

Why the Bolivar Peninsula is One of the Best Birding Spots in the World

By S. Kirk Walsh
An Indoor Enthusiast Breaks Out of Her Comfort Zone at Hueco Tanks State Park

An Indoor Enthusiast Breaks Out of Her Comfort Zone at Hueco Tanks State Park

By Sarah Hepola
A Beginner’s Guide to Birding in Texas

A Beginner’s Guide to Birding in Texas

By Robyn Ross
Submit your favorite wildflower photo

Submit your favorite wildflower photo

By TH Staff
March 25, 2020
The Wildflowers of Texas: Our Top 20 Field Guide

The Wildflowers of Texas: Our Top 20 Field Guide

March 15, 2020
Where to Stay Among the Wildflowers

Where to Stay Among the Wildflowers

By June Naylor
Texas Highways is Wild for Wildflowers

Texas Highways is Wild for Wildflowers

By Texas Highways
Expert Advice on Frequently-Asked Wildflower Questions

Expert Advice on Frequently-Asked Wildflower Questions
How a Dallas Artist Turns Pressed Flowers into Beautiful Keepsakes

How a Dallas Artist Turns Pressed Flowers into Beautiful Keepsakes

By Leslie J. Thompson
12 Scenic Wildflower Drives for the Perfect Spring Road Trip

12 Scenic Wildflower Drives for the Perfect Spring Road Trip

By Melissa Gaskill
Wildflowers of the Big Bend

Wildflowers of the Big Bend

By E. Dan Klepper
How to Grow Texas Wildflowers

How to Grow Texas Wildflowers

By Daniel Blue Tyx
How to Cook with Prickly Pear

How to Cook with Prickly Pear

By Paula Disbrowe
Lady Bird’s Legacy: Preserving Natural Beauty

Lady Bird’s Legacy: Preserving Natural Beauty
The Wildflower Regions and Vegetational Areas of Texas

The Wildflower Regions and Vegetational Areas of Texas

By TH Staff
A Few of Our Favorite Wildflower Photos

A Few of Our Favorite Wildflower Photos

A Wild Soap Bar in Manor creates soap inspired by native plants and flowers

By Pam LeBlanc
Painting the Wild Blue Yonder

Painting the Wild Blue Yonder

By Heather Brand
Stories of the Wild(flowers)

Stories of the Wild(flowers)

By Jane Kellogg Murray
Texas Roads Are Among the Nation’s Most Beautiful, by Design

Texas Roads Are Among the Nation’s Most Beautiful, by Design

By Heather Brand
Go on Safari to see the Wild Animals of Texas

Go on Safari to see the Wild Animals of Texas

By E. Dan Klepper
February 27, 2020
The Wild Snakes of Texas

Nature

The Wild Snakes of Texas

By George Getschow
Blooming Marigolds in Big Bend National Park

Wildflowers

Blooming Marigolds in Big Bend National Park
Discover the Natural Beauty of These Iconic Texas Wildflowers

Wildflowers

Discover the Natural Beauty of These Iconic Texas Wildflowers
Everything You Need to Know About Texas’ Native Wildflowers

Wildflowers

Everything You Need to Know About Texas’ Native Wildflowers

By Joe Nick Patoski
Our Readers’ Vintage Wildflower Family Photos

Our Readers’ Vintage Wildflower Family Photos

February 25, 2020
The 3 Best Places to See Poppies in Texas

The 3 Best Places to See Poppies in Texas

February 21, 2020
Let It Flow: The Return of Comanche Springs

Let It Flow: The Return of Comanche Springs

January 22, 2020
Embrace a New Year Full of Adventure

Recreation

Embrace a New Year Full of Adventure

By Pam LeBlanc
December 27, 2019
See Bald Eagles This Winter at the Hill Country’s Canyon of the Eagles

See Bald Eagles This Winter at the Hill Country’s Canyon of the Eagles

December 6, 2019
How Communities are Joining the Fight to Keep Texas’ Night Skies Big and Bright

How Communities are Joining the Fight to Keep Texas’ Night Skies Big and Bright

November 27, 2019
Commune with Nature at These Treehouses in the Texas Hill Country

Commune with Nature at These Treehouses in the Texas Hill Country

November 26, 2019
Photo: Monahans Sandhills State Park

Photo: Monahans Sandhills State Park

October 31, 2019
The Daytripper’s Top 5 in the Davis Mountains

The Daytripper

The Daytripper’s Top 5 in the Davis Mountains
Against All Odds, Caddo Lake Prevails

Against All Odds, Caddo Lake Prevails

October 30, 2019
This Wilderness Survival Course Teaches Beginners How to Navigate an Outdoor Emergency

This Wilderness Survival Course Teaches Beginners How to Navigate an Outdoor Emergency

October 28, 2019
Trail Race Offers Sneak Peek of Unopened Hill Country State Natural Area Near San Antonio

Trail Race Offers Sneak Peek of Unopened Hill Country State Natural Area Near San Antonio

September 3, 2019
Summer for Procrastinators: Splashway Waterpark & Campground

Summer for Procrastinators: Splashway Waterpark & Campground

July 31, 2019
Photo: The Milky Way Rises Over Pedernales Falls State Park

Photo: The Milky Way Rises Over Pedernales Falls State Park

July 24, 2019
Texas A&M Forest Service Branches Out by Hosting “Forest Bathing” Events

Texas A&M Forest Service Branches Out by Hosting “Forest Bathing” Events

July 23, 2019
Big Bend Fossils Reveal New Dinosaur Species

Big Bend Fossils Reveal New Dinosaur Species

July 17, 2019
Frio 101: Everything You Need to Know for a Trip to Texas’ Favorite River

Frio 101: Everything You Need to Know for a Trip to Texas’ Favorite River

July 8, 2019
Find Summer Bliss with a Spontaneous Trip to One of Texas’ Lesser-Known Destinations

Find Summer Bliss with a Spontaneous Trip to One of Texas’ Lesser-Known Destinations

June 30, 2019
Summer for Procrastinators: Lost Maples State Natural Area

Summer for Procrastinators: Lost Maples State Natural Area

June 27, 2019
Rent a Kayak for a New Perspective on Austin’s Bat Flight

Rent a Kayak for a New Perspective on Austin’s Bat Flight
How the Texas “Moth Man” Identified 900 Species Along the Trinity River

How the Texas “Moth Man” Identified 900 Species Along the Trinity River

June 24, 2019
Last-Minute Weekend Plans: Milton Reimers Ranch Park

Last-Minute Weekend Plans: Milton Reimers Ranch Park

June 20, 2019
I Survived the Texas Water Safari

I Survived the Texas Water Safari

June 18, 2019
Visitors from a Distant Sea Bring Tiny Treasures to Texas Beaches

Visitors from a Distant Sea Bring Tiny Treasures to Texas Beaches

June 13, 2019
Endangered Turtle Hatchlings Draw Crowds Along the Texas coast

Endangered Turtle Hatchlings Draw Crowds Along the Texas coast

June 12, 2019
Escape to the Mother Lagoon for a Quiet Coastal Getaway

Escape to the Mother Lagoon for a Quiet Coastal Getaway

May 30, 2019
A Road Trip to Utopia, Complete with Wildflowers and the Rugged Wonders of the Hill Country

A Road Trip to Utopia, Complete with Wildflowers and the Rugged Wonders of the Hill Country

May 23, 2019
Battling Snakes, Rapids, Mud, Spiders, and Heat While Training for the Texas Water Safari

Battling Snakes, Rapids, Mud, Spiders, and Heat While Training for the Texas Water Safari

May 20, 2019
One Man’s Half-Century Project to Heal a Hill Country Landscape Created a Legacy Reaching Far Beyond His Fenceline

One Man’s Half-Century Project to Heal a Hill Country Landscape Created a Legacy Reaching Far Beyond His Fenceline

May 10, 2019
Catch May’s Second Wave of Wildflower Blooms While You Still Can

Catch May’s Second Wave of Wildflower Blooms While You Still Can

May 6, 2019
Beginner’s Guide to Camping Gear Guide

Beginner’s Guide to Camping Gear Guide

May 1, 2019
The Beginner’s Guide to Camping in Texas

The Beginner’s Guide to Camping in Texas
Texas Parks & Wildlife’s Texas Outdoor Family Program Caters to Rookie Campers

Texas Parks & Wildlife’s Texas Outdoor Family Program Caters to Rookie Campers
Balmorhea State Park is Ready for Summer Visitors

Balmorhea State Park is Ready for Summer Visitors

April 30, 2019
The Daytripper’s Top 5 in Colorado Bend State Park

The Daytripper

The Daytripper’s Top 5 in Colorado Bend State Park

April 28, 2019
Tracking Elusive Mountain Lions in the Mountains of West Texas

Tracking Elusive Mountain Lions in the Mountains of West Texas

April 25, 2019
National Forests in Piney Woods Closing Some Trails, Campsites

National Forests in Piney Woods Closing Some Trails, Campsites

April 19, 2019
Visit Canyon Lake in the Texas Hill Country with Our New Video Series “A Piece of Texas”

Visit Canyon Lake in the Texas Hill Country with Our New Video Series “A Piece of Texas”

April 11, 2019
Identifying Texas Wildflowers with The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and Studio 512 in Austin

Identifying Texas Wildflowers with The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and Studio 512 in Austin
New Virtual Batting Cages Open in Round Rock

New Virtual Batting Cages Open in Round Rock

April 8, 2019
A Runner Reflects on Lady Bird Johnson’s Legacy and the Companionship of Nature

A Runner Reflects on Lady Bird Johnson’s Legacy and the Companionship of Nature

April 5, 2019
Gallery: Wildflowers of the Hill Country

Gallery: Wildflowers of the Hill Country

April 2, 2019
Four New Trailheads Lead Hikers to El Paso’s Wild Outdoors

Four New Trailheads Lead Hikers to El Paso’s Wild Outdoors

March 29, 2019
A Palo Duro Canyon Community Offers More Than Meets the Eye

A Palo Duro Canyon Community Offers More Than Meets the Eye

March 28, 2019
Hike, Fish, and Play—but Watch Out for Bigfoot—at the Mineola Nature Preserve

Hike, Fish, and Play—but Watch Out for Bigfoot—at the Mineola Nature Preserve
Explore the Guadalupe Ridge Trail with Texas Highways and New Mexico Magazines

Explore the Guadalupe Ridge Trail with Texas Highways and New Mexico Magazines

March 19, 2019
The Best Texas Wildflower Photos from 2019

The Best Texas Wildflower Photos from 2019
Hike from Texas to New Mexico on This 100-Mile-Long Trail

Hike from Texas to New Mexico on This 100-Mile-Long Trail

March 18, 2019
Photo: Clymer Meadow Preserve

Photo: Clymer Meadow Preserve

March 1, 2019
Watch Out for Tiny ‘Fairy Shrimp’ on Your Next Hike Up Enchanted Rock

Watch Out for Tiny ‘Fairy Shrimp’ on Your Next Hike Up Enchanted Rock
The Adventure Seeker’s Spring Break at McKinney Roughs

The Adventure Seeker’s Spring Break at McKinney Roughs
Photographers Capture Texas’ Spectacular Variety of Wildflowers in Every Region of the State

Photographers Capture Texas’ Spectacular Variety of Wildflowers in Every Region of the State
Rock Paintings at Hueco Tanks Reveal Clues About Ancient Visitors

Rock Paintings at Hueco Tanks Reveal Clues About Ancient Visitors

February 28, 2019
Gallery: Gulf Coast & South Texas Wildflowers

Gallery: Gulf Coast & South Texas Wildflowers
Paddling and Floating the Llano River Just Got Easier

Paddling and Floating the Llano River Just Got Easier

February 14, 2019
Film Tour Focuses on Texas Wildlife, Adventure, and Conservation

Film Tour Focuses on Texas Wildlife, Adventure, and Conservation

February 11, 2019
150 Miles of Trails Coming to Houston in 2020

150 Miles of Trails Coming to Houston in 2020

February 7, 2019
Devils River State Natural Area Recognized as ‘Dark Sky Sanctuary’

Devils River State Natural Area Recognized as ‘Dark Sky Sanctuary’

February 1, 2019
Where to Find 4 Hidden Gems off Big Bend’s Beaten Path

Where to Find 4 Hidden Gems off Big Bend’s Beaten Path

January 31, 2019
Epic Photos Reveal Big Bend’s Splendor in Black and White

Epic Photos Reveal Big Bend’s Splendor in Black and White

January 30, 2019
10 Tips for Big Bend First-Timers

10 Tips for Big Bend First-Timers
With Shutdown Over, Big Bend and Other National Parks Reopen

With Shutdown Over, Big Bend and Other National Parks Reopen
Ditch the Survival Skills With These 3 Easy Ways to Explore Big Bend National Park

Ditch the Survival Skills With These 3 Easy Ways to Explore Big Bend National Park
The Inspiring Story Behind Big Bend National Park’s Founding 6 Days After D-Day

The Inspiring Story Behind Big Bend National Park’s Founding 6 Days After D-Day

January 28, 2019
12 Texas Trips for 2019

12 Texas Trips for 2019

December 21, 2018
Want to Golf Like a Pro? New PGA Courses in Frisco will Allow Public on Championships Courses

Want to Golf Like a Pro? New PGA Courses in Frisco will Allow Public on Championships Courses

December 11, 2018
Where to Find Your White Christmas, Lone Star-Style

Where to Find Your White Christmas, Lone Star-Style

November 28, 2018
Boat and Fish the Friendliest Lake on the Texas-Mexico Border

Boat and Fish the Friendliest Lake on the Texas-Mexico Border
Serious Surfers Brave the Winter Chill to Ride Texas’ Waves

Serious Surfers Brave the Winter Chill to Ride Texas’ Waves

November 24, 2018

El Rocio Retreat

November 4, 2018

Old Baldy
Scale Five Peaks in One Week on This Epic West Texas Road Trip

Scale Five Peaks in One Week on This Epic West Texas Road Trip

November 1, 2018
Home on the Texas Range, Where the Longhorns and Bison Play

Home on the Texas Range, Where the Longhorns and Bison Play

October 31, 2018
Opportunities to Fish Abound in Port Aransas

Sports

Opportunities to Fish Abound in Port Aransas

October 30, 2018
Where to See Spectacular Monarch Migrations Along the Coast

Where to See Spectacular Monarch Migrations Along the Coast

October 29, 2018
Take 3 History-Packed Hikes in the Davis Mountains

Take 3 History-Packed Hikes in the Davis Mountains
Cast Away Your Cares on Six Texas Islands

Cast Away Your Cares on Six Texas Islands
At the Confluence of the North & South Llano Rivers, Junction Is More Than a Fly Fisher’s Paradise

At the Confluence of the North & South Llano Rivers, Junction Is More Than a Fly Fisher’s Paradise

October 4, 2018
History, Art, and Colorful Fall Foliage Distinguish the Great Plains Town of Canadian

History, Art, and Colorful Fall Foliage Distinguish the Great Plains Town of Canadian

September 25, 2018
Find History and Romance on the Bridges of McLennan County

Find History and Romance on the Bridges of McLennan County

August 27, 2018
Mission Tejas State Park

Mission Tejas State Park
Find Rustic Relaxation on the Nueces River at Camp Wood in the Hill Country

Find Rustic Relaxation on the Nueces River at Camp Wood in the Hill Country

August 10, 2018
Make A Splash With These 7 Quintessential Texas Rope Swings

Make A Splash With These 7 Quintessential Texas Rope Swings

August 1, 2018
9 Texas Cruises to Keep You Cool and Charmed This Summer

9 Texas Cruises to Keep You Cool and Charmed This Summer

July 26, 2018
The Call of The River Brings Peace and a Sense of Nostalgia

The Call of The River Brings Peace and a Sense of Nostalgia

July 17, 2018
Guadalupe Mountains Landmark Designated As Endangered

Guadalupe Mountains Landmark Designated As Endangered

July 9, 2018
Inspired by John Graves’ “Goodbye to a River,” a Writer Returns to Her Roots on the Guadalupe

Inspired by John Graves’ “Goodbye to a River,” a Writer Returns to Her Roots on the Guadalupe

June 29, 2018
A Trip Down the Pedernales River Is Filled with Family Fun and Local Heritage

A Trip Down the Pedernales River Is Filled with Family Fun and Local Heritage

June 28, 2018
Make a Date with Mother Nature on the Pecos River

Make a Date with Mother Nature on the Pecos River

June 26, 2018
Trails in Guadalupe Mountains and San Antonio Get Federal Recognition

Trails in Guadalupe Mountains and San Antonio Get Federal Recognition

June 11, 2018
Port Aransas to Beachgoers: Come on Back

Port Aransas to Beachgoers: Come on Back

May 23, 2018
Explore South Padre Island with a Drive up State Park Road 100

Explore South Padre Island with a Drive up State Park Road 100
Dive into Classic Summer Activities at Daingerfield State Park

Dive into Classic Summer Activities at Daingerfield State Park

April 26, 2018
In the Tiny Town of Christoval, an Amazing West Texas Oasis Awaits You

In the Tiny Town of Christoval, an Amazing West Texas Oasis Awaits You

April 25, 2018
The Ultimate Texas Summer Bucket List

The Ultimate Texas Summer Bucket List

April 13, 2018
Paddling the Devils River in Southwest Texas Offers High Risks and High Rewards

Paddling the Devils River in Southwest Texas Offers High Risks and High Rewards

March 21, 2018
The Devils River Camping Conundrum

The Devils River Camping Conundrum

March 20, 2018
Exploring the Devils River State Natural Area by Foot

Exploring the Devils River State Natural Area by Foot

March 18, 2018
A Canoe Exploration of Caddo Lake’s Creatures and History

A Canoe Exploration of Caddo Lake’s Creatures and History

March 16, 2018
With Food, Drink, and History, Nacogdoches Offers More Than Beautiful Spring Azaleas

With Food, Drink, and History, Nacogdoches Offers More Than Beautiful Spring Azaleas

February 20, 2018
Everything You Need to Know About Texas Wildflower Season

Everything You Need to Know About Texas Wildflower Season

February 13, 2018
Four Wildflower-Focused Texas Road Trips (Plus Guaranteed Photo Ops)

Four Wildflower-Focused Texas Road Trips (Plus Guaranteed Photo Ops)

February 12, 2018
It’s Hard to Be Stressed-Out in a Hammock

It’s Hard to Be Stressed-Out in a Hammock

February 8, 2018
A City Slicker Fulfills His Lifelong Dream of Riding a Horse

A City Slicker Fulfills His Lifelong Dream of Riding a Horse

January 15, 2018
The Daytripper Goes to Big Bend National Park

The Daytripper

The Daytripper Goes to Big Bend National Park

January 12, 2018
Dog-Friendly Trails, Restaurants, and Lodging in Central Texas

Dog-Friendly Trails, Restaurants, and Lodging in Central Texas

December 14, 2017
Bicycle the Texas Hill Country with Texas Bike Tours

Bicycle the Texas Hill Country with Texas Bike Tours

December 13, 2017
Rail-to-Trail Bicycling on the Lake Mineral Wells State Trailway

Rail-to-Trail Bicycling on the Lake Mineral Wells State Trailway

October 15, 2017
8 State Parks in East Texas Where You Can Unplug and Enjoy Nature

8 State Parks in East Texas Where You Can Unplug and Enjoy Nature
Wildlife Watch at Big Bend Ranch State Park

Wildlife Watch at Big Bend Ranch State Park

September 20, 2017
4 Must-See Fall Foliage Spots in Texas

4 Must-See Fall Foliage Spots in Texas

September 18, 2017
Explore the Lone Star Hiking Trail in East Texas

Explore the Lone Star Hiking Trail in East Texas
Gearing up for Palestine’s El Camino 205 bicycle tour

Gearing up for Palestine’s El Camino 205 bicycle tour

August 8, 2017
Texas’ Top Natural Wonders: Big Bend

Texas’ Top Natural Wonders: Big Bend

August 7, 2017
Explore the wonders of nature in the Hill Country River Region

Explore the wonders of nature in the Hill Country River Region

June 15, 2017
Biking with Birds

Biking with Birds

May 12, 2017
10 Epic Summer Travel Adventures

10 Epic Summer Travel Adventures

April 19, 2017
Nine-river Day

Nine-river Day

April 18, 2017
The Alamo Inn B&B Welcomes Birders Flocking to the Rio Grande Valley

The Alamo Inn B&B Welcomes Birders Flocking to the Rio Grande Valley

April 17, 2017
Chihuahuan Desert Bike Fest

Chihuahuan Desert Bike Fest

February 16, 2017
Big Thicket Drift

Big Thicket Drift

February 9, 2017
The Art (and Fun) of Stacking Rocks

The Art (and Fun) of Stacking Rocks

February 7, 2017
Favorite Big Bend Mountain-Bike Rides

Favorite Big Bend Mountain-Bike Rides

January 23, 2017
Biking Big Bend

Biking Big Bend

January 12, 2017
9 Divine Hill Country Hikes

9 Divine Hill Country Hikes

October 14, 2016
Return to the Guadalupes

Return to the Guadalupes

September 16, 2016
Nature by Day … or Night

Nature by Day … or Night
The Sweet Side of Texas Summers? Swimming-Hole Satisfaction

The Sweet Side of Texas Summers? Swimming-Hole Satisfaction

July 14, 2016
Hail to the Boys of the CCC

Hail to the Boys of the CCC

June 20, 2016
Park the Car and See Galveston Island by Bicycle

Park the Car and See Galveston Island by Bicycle

May 11, 2016
Daytripper: Balmorhea

The Daytripper

Daytripper: Balmorhea
The Story of Our National Parks

The Story of Our National Parks

January 12, 2016
Silver Wings

Silver Wings

August 14, 2015
A Desert Diverse

A Desert Diverse

October 13, 2014
Horse Sense

Horse Sense

May 21, 2014
A New Dawn in the Davis Mountains

A New Dawn in the Davis Mountains

April 13, 2014
A State of Great Migration

A State of Great Migration

March 14, 2014
Wildflowers of Texas

Wildflowers of Texas

February 18, 2014
Trail Mix in San Marcos

Trail Mix in San Marcos

January 2, 2014
Northeast Explorer: Discovering a New Rail Trail From Blackland Prairie to Piney Woods

Northeast Explorer: Discovering a New Rail Trail From Blackland Prairie to Piney Woods

February 21, 2013
Galaxy Quest

Galaxy Quest

January 9, 2013
Davis Mountains Scenic Loop

Davis Mountains Scenic Loop

October 15, 2012
Tracking Time on the Caprock Canyon Trailway

Tracking Time on the Caprock Canyon Trailway

June 15, 2012
Four for Fall: 2010

Four for Fall: 2010

October 19, 2010
Whirring Dervishes

Whirring Dervishes

August 3, 2010
Dive In!

Dive In!

August 1, 2010
Some Like It Hot

Some Like It Hot

June 22, 2010
Good Times = Good Works

Good Times = Good Works
Riding High at Dude Ranches

Riding High at Dude Ranches

June 15, 2010
A Wildlife Rendezvous

A Wildlife Rendezvous
Where the Birds Are

Where the Birds Are

June 6, 2010
The Caverns of Sonora

The Caverns of Sonora

June 1, 2010
Springs Odyssey

Springs Odyssey

April 20, 2010
No Stone Unturned

No Stone Unturned

January 29, 2010
4 for Fall: The Autumn Trails

4 for Fall: The Autumn Trails

October 13, 2009
Chain of Jewels

Chain of Jewels

July 17, 2009
Let’s Go to Garner!

Let’s Go to Garner!

April 1, 2003

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