A Legacy for TexansAlong a scenic stretch of the Leon River southwest of Waco lies Mother Neff State Park, one of Texas’ earliest state parks...
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Rising From the AshesFor more than 70 years, folks have visited Bastrop State Park to enjoy its history and marvel at the Lost Pines. Forest fires ...
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Things to DoActivities include non-motorized boating (no ramp/small lake); fishing in a stocked lake; nature study; hiking, geocaching; interpretiv...
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Zilker Metropolitan Park is considered "Austin's most-loved park." This 351-acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and special ...
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Rugged BeautyListen to Onion Creek flowing over limestone ledges and splashing into pools. Follow trails winding through the Hill Country woods. Ex...
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In 1849, German immigrant Heinrich Ludwig Kreische purchased 172 acres of land including the Dawson/Mier tomb, now known as Monument Hill. Master s...
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Things to DoFort Parker offers camping, picnicking, swimming in an unsupervised swimming area, fishing, bird watching, hiking, biking, canoeing, na...
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History
The General Convention, which would decide the fate of Texas, met at Washington in March 1836. People revere Washington-on-the-Brazos State...
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Hill Country OutpostNestled among limestone bluffs at the top of the Hill Country, you’ll find a tranquil place to unwind with your family. W...
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Quiet GetawayWithin easy driving distance of both Austin and San Antonio you’ll find a quiet getaway: Lockhart State Park. Come for a morning...
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Fanthorp Inn State Historic Site is located approximately 30 miles southeast of Bryan/College Station. It consists of six acres in Anderson, county...
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Things to DoSwimming, fishing, hiking and mountain biking are allowed. There is a boat ramp and the 15-acre lake is open to small boats, canoes, ka...
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Hill Country GemInks Lake State Park offers family fun on water and land. With its sparkling blue water, colorful rock outcrops, and striking sunse...
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Take Me to the RiverFlowing over and around huge slabs of limestone, the Pedernales River can be turbulent. But most often it is tranquil, and a gr...
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Central Texas Tropics!A little piece of the tropics lies just an hour from Austin and San Antonio. With multiple sources of water (including the Sa...
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Colorado River WildernessSpend a weekend exploring the unspoiled wilderness of Colorado Bend. We’re two hours northwest of AustinThings to Do...
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Things to DoActivities include camping, backpacking, hiking, horseback riding on approximately 15 miles of day-use equestrian trails (bring your ow...
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