Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge just outside of Marble Falls is the epitome of Texas Hill Country hiking. Visitors go over, around, and across the rolling hills that gave this region its name. The refuge is huge: At 23,000 acres, it is the Read more…
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Pace Bend Park, in the far reaches of Spicewood, sticks out like a peninsula into Lake Travis and offers 9 miles of shoreline. Expect stunning views of the lake and the Texas Hill Country. There are two ways to get to Read more…
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Visit the trails at Inks Lake State Park for a hike that feels distinctly Texan. You'll encounter rocky cliffs, cactuses and cedar trees all around Inks Lake. There are 200 lakeside campsites littered about the park. I went on a Saturday afternoon, Read more…
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Colorado Bend State Park is tucked away south of the small town of Bend, which has just a post office and a general store. With prickly pear cactus, rocky cliffs and a lush green waterfall, the trails are a definite Read more…
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One way to really explore the Highland Lakes is by hiking. And the Highland Lakes has some top-notch places to hike, whether you're an experienced trekker or just taking the family out for a few hours. Two top places for Read more…
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Bikers and joggers looking for adventure can hit about 60 miles of well-maintained trails through the Hill Country at Reveille Peak Ranch. The facility offers trails for beginners and some gnarly ones that test the most experienced riders and runners. Read more…
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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area’s ancient dome rises 425 feet into the air, making it one of the country’s largest batholiths (large igneous intrusions extending deep into Earth’s crust.) Primitive backpacking, camping, hiking, technical and rock climbing, picnicking, geological study, Read more…
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If you’re looking for a little more “remote” in your camping, hiking, and other outdoor pursuits, trek over to the 5,300-acre Colorado Bend State Park, located near Bend just west of Lampasas. Colorado Bend State Park includes 15.8 miles of Read more…
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Enjoy bird-watching, mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking, and beautiful waterfalls at Pedernales Falls State Park, just east of Johnson City. Camp out to spend even more time exploring the park. The biggest draw are the Twin Falls that spill from Read more…
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