Texas
Whether you're looking for adventure near a city like Austin, Houston, or Dallas, or headed into the remote and beautiful Big Bend National Park, we've got you covered with Texas sized adventures.
Top Adventures in Texas
Swim at Hamilton Pool Preserve
4.1
Hamilton Pool Preserve, about a 45 minute drive from Austin, TX, is one of the most beautiful places to spend a hot, Texas afternoon. A short hike from the parking lot through a wooded forest opens up onto a scenic, natural pool. The small beach to one side is usually dotted with sunbathers and picnicing families, enjoying relaxing day out of the city.The park has a limited capacity, and often ...
Hike to Enchanted Rock
4.9
5.4 mi
/ 344 ft gain
Once inside the park, you can't miss either parking lots that are surrounded by picnic tables and well marked signs pointing towards the trails. There are also some public restrooms and a truck with some snacks. Once geared up, head straight towards the Summit Trail and begin your adventure!
The trail is incredibly easy to follow - there are signs at every turn along the way. You are making yo...
Swim at Sculpture Falls
4.1
3 mi
Sculpture Falls is a hidden gem that is part of the 7.9 mile long Barton Creek Greenbelt in Austin. It's considered an urban oasis and is part of the Edwards Aquifer making the water temperatures in the summer about 70 degrees, and is a perfect way to cool off in the Texas heat!
To find the trailhead turn onto Scottish Woods Trail off of 360 (the other side of Scottish Woods Trail is called Wes...
Explore Pedernales Falls
4.8
0.6 mi
/ 104 ft gain
Pedernales Falls drops 50 feet in elevation over 3,000 feet of titled, layered steps of limestone along the Pedernales River in Blanco County. In order to reach the falls you must enter Pedernales Falls State Park and follow the park road until the very end. There you'll find a parking lot and it's only about a quarter of a mile walk to the falls. If you want to do a bit more exploring of the a...
Cliff Jump at Jacob's Well
5.0
Jacob's well is a 12 foot opening that goes 23 feet deep in a riverbed in central Texas and makes for an awesome spot to escape the summer heat. Once you reach the parking lot there are signs that direct you on the very shot walk to the riverbed. The underwater cave is situated below a rock face which provides the opportunity to jump into the water for those who are daring. It's important to un...
Hike to Gorman Falls
4.6
2.6 mi
/ 344 ft gain
Gorman Falls is truly a gem of the Texas Hill Country. This waterfall is situated in Colorado Bend State Park, one of the most diverse state parks in the area, and is what is considered a "living" waterfall. While most waterfalls will get smaller over time, Gorman Falls gets bigger. This is due to the high concentration of carbon dioxide in the water that runs through the large limestone deposi...
Texas camping, hotels, and more
Marble Falls, Texas
Mid-Century Modern Lake House, Private Dock & Pool
Perched above Marble Falls Lake, this 2BR mid-century modern home inspires effortless vacation living. Your rental boasts exquisite outdo...
From $143/night
Farmersville, Texas
Lakeland Pavilion
Overview
Lakeland Pavilion is a pleasant picnic pavilion and large group campground accommodating up to 500 visitors for picnicking, boat...
Wylie, Texas
East Fork (Tx)
Overview
East Fork Campground, on the southern shores of Lavon Lake, is a popular escape for city dwellers in the Dallas, Texas area or f...
Waco, Texas
Midway
Overview
Midway Park is ideal for families and friends to enjoy sightseeing and water activities, all while staying within the Waco city ...
Georgetown, Texas
Jim Hogg Park
Overview
Jim Hogg Park sits on the north side of Georgetown Lake in the Hill Country of Texas, about 25 miles north of Austin. Recreation...
Georgetown, Texas
Cedar Breaks Park
Overview
Cedar Breaks Park sits on the south side of Georgetown Lake in the Hill Country of Texas, about 25 miles north of Austin. Recrea...
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More Texas Destinations
- Austin
- San Antonio
- El Paso
- Houston
- Big Bend
- Big Bend National Park
- Dallas
- Fort Worth
- Culberson County
- San Marcos
- Canyon
- Fort Davis
- Concan
- Arlington
- Bandera
- Ben
- Georgetown
- Johnson City
- New Waverly
- Terlingua
- Alpine
- Bend
- Glen Rose
- Plano
- Redford
- Sherman
- Tyler
- Cedar Creek
- Lewisville
- Marble Falls
- McKinney
- Montgomery
- Needville
- Waco
- Damon
- Dripping Springs
- Fred
- Fredericksburg
- Graford
- Leander
- Quitaque
- Richards
- Spring
- Vanderpool
