Into the Piney Woods
Unlike anyplace else in Texas, or the world, the Piney Woods is a meeting point of disparate ecosystems and wildlife. The result is a profusion of natural riches that stimulates the senses. The…
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Category: Outdoor Adventure
Rocks and Awe: Hiking Big Bend
Still untamed, the Big Bend region sprawls across more than a million acres of public land. Many of its wonders can be found at national parks, which preserve its natural beauty. We hiked trails and…
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Texas Rock Climbing
Gravity is just another obstacle for rock climbers, who find plenty to do in Texas. Riddled with mountain ranges, the state is a hotbed for high-altitude climbers. But even low-altitude challenges nab…
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Tackling the Trails of the Texas Panhandle
Whether you’re a seasoned outdoors enthusiast with all the right gear for hiking, bike riding, and backpacking or someone who wouldn’t know a seatpost from a trekking pole, the Panhandle Plains region…
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Texas Mountain Biking
Find grit, speed, and astonishing vistas in Texas, where mountain biking trails go unmatched. We navigated rocky canyons and lush scenery on the best bike routes that the state has to offer. Texas…
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Exploring the Deep in the Heart of Texas
Hidden beneath the picturesque rolling landscape of the Texas Hill Country are thousands of caves and caverns. Every year, intrepid cave lovers make the pilgrimage here to walk, crawl, and swing…
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Discover Both Challenge and Reward at Big Bend National Park
Ready for a "wow-I-really-can't-believe-this-view" hiking adventure? Head to Big Bend National Park in West Texas. From an elevation of 1,800 feet along the banks of the Rio Grande to almost 8,000…
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Kitesurfing the Texas Coast
For more than 100 years, visitors to the Texas coast have enjoyed swimming in the waves of the Gulf of Mexico. Today, however, more and more people are choosing to skim along, flip over, and fly above…
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Ocean Fishing and Offshore Experiences on the Texas Coast
The boat trolls along the South Texas jetties and then . . . a hit! The crazy whir of the fishing line is a hint that there's a big game Texas saltwater fish on the other end. Tarpon, mackerel…
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The Valley of Birds
Dust off your binoculars and sunhat for a wild ride through the Rio Grande Valley. This area has long been popular with bird and butterfly chasers alike, who seek out rare sightings of the winged…
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