All Adventure & Recreation Articles

July 2024 issue

These Foods and Parks Pair Well Together

Explore these park-inspired cuisines on your next campout.

Story by Pam LeBlanc
June 2024 issue

Best State Parks for Summertime Swimming

Beat the heat in natural swimming holes at these six parks.

By Pam LeBlanc
June 2024 issue

A Drowning Survivor's Message: Be Safe on the Water

Swimming lessons are an essential element of water safety.

By Liz Colvin
June 2024 issue

Teen Bikers Took the Ride of a Lifetime Across Texas in 1974

The riders and the landscape have changed since that eventful trip.

By Forrest M. Mims III
May 2024 issue

Camping in Style in a Vintage Trailer

Trailers showcase the cozy and cool spaces of years past.

By Pam LeBlanc
May 2024 issue

How To Thrive As An SOB (Spouse Of A Birder)

Suggestions for friends and partners of true birders.

By Kim Marvel
April 2024 issue

I'm a Park Ranger and New Mother. Can I Raise an Outdoors Kid?

Introducing children to the outdoors can seem like an overwhelming task, but it's worth it.

By Elizabeth Mary-Agpalo
April 2024 issue

Belton Beckons Travelers With Biking, Climbing and Barbecue

Central Texas town and its namesake lake offer outdoor opportunities aplenty.

By Russell Roe
April 2024 issue

Ask a Warden: What Are Some Ways to Introduce My Family to Fishing?

Texas Game Warden Wei-Wei Lin offers tips on getting started.

By Wei-Wei Lin
October 2023 issue

Meet Irene Ogeto, the Black Hiking Queen

Hiking latecomer's blog inspires people to get outside.

By Louie Bond
August/September 2023 issue

Tips for Boaters to Stay Safe on the Water

Life jackets, other measures can save lives.

By TPWD Staff
January/February 2023 issue

Painting Parks

With paint and canvas, 30 artists create works to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Texas parks.

By Russell Roe
January/February 2023 issue

Painting Parks

With paint and canvas, 30 artists create works to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Texas parks.

By Russell Roe
June 2020 issue

This Family Was Saved by Camping

Couple builds special family relationships by visiting all Texas state parks.

Story by Whitney Bishop
November 2018 issue

Small-Town Goldthwaite Comes Alive With the Opening of Deer Season

Central Texas town's stores, restaurants and hotels benefit from hunting season.

Story by Whitney Bishop
July 2008 issue

10 Best Beaches of the Texas Coast

Whether you want to bird-watch, fish, camp or simply escape, we've got the beach for you.

Story by Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
July 2005 issue

Top 10 Texas Swimming Holes

A springs fanatic picks his 10 favorites (plus a few honorable mentions)

Story by Joe Nick Patoski
December 2004 issue

This Often-Overlooked Hill Country Cavern is a Year-Round Delight

Enjoy natural wonders and fascinating human history at Longhorn Cavern.

Story by Rob McCorkle