After indulging in Thanksgiving fare, take your family on a hike through one of these scenic Highland Lakes destinations. Here are five hiking spots with trails for all skill levels to help burn off that holiday meal: 1. Inks Lake Read more…
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Just nine miles west of Burnet, Inks Lake State Park spans 1,201 acres of Texas Hill Country, a place where rocky trails and quiet mornings draw visitors year-round. Once a hunting ground for Native American tribes, the area now welcomes Read more…
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Cool fall weather and mostly mild winters make October through February the perfect months to explore the Highland Lakes on foot. The area is a hiking hotbed for easy family outings or significant challenges. Local hiking enthusiasts share several of Read more…
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Some of the best access points to the fabled hills and shores of the Highland Lakes are through the numerous Lower Colorado River Authority parks and recreation areas. The LCRA is best known for its management of water and energy Read more…
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The Chinese New Year is Jan. 29, and 2025 is the Year of the Snake. Snakes are a symbol of wisdom. They’re also abundant in the Highland Lakes, so be wise before you head out on a hike and get Read more…
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Chorioactis geaster is a strange, rare fungus that has only been found in three places on Earth: Japan, Taiwan, and right here in the Lone Star State. If the Latin name is too much of a mouthful, you can call Read more…
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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is unveiling its newly acquired South Erock property on several guided hikes starting in January 2025. Join a park ranger on the moderately challenging, 2-mile trek that showcases the natural beauty of the Comanche Rock Ranch Read more…
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If you’re visiting the Highland Lakes in the new year, you don’t have to put your resolutions on hold while enjoying this enticing slice of the Texas Hill Country. Find plenty of things to do to below and keep your Read more…
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Longhorn Cavern State Park has so much more to explore than its underground wonders. Start at the 90-year-old visitors center and gift shop and then check out the picnic areas and trails to discover one of the hidden gems of Read more…
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Between sunrise and sunset, there’s no better place to hike in the Highland Lakes than Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge was originally set aside to preserve essential habitat for migratory birds, namely the golden-cheeked warbler and the black-capped Read more…
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