Hiking
From Urban Strolls to Mountain Peaks, Texas Cities Offer Something for Every Type of Hiker
You’ll find something special along all these urban trails.
Hiking 100 Miles Through Big Bend Ranch State Park
Three backpackers find “roses and thorns” in Texas’ biggest state park.
Hill Country State Natural Area Offers Serene and Secluded Surroundings
Retreat to this hilly hideaway for camping, hiking and riding just over an hour from San Antonio.
Garner State Park Is a Magical Escape Along the Frio
Take a hike, float the river or just enjoy the scenery.
Tyler State Park is a Pineywoods Paradise
Hike, bike and swim beneath tall pine canopies.
New Long-Distance Trails Take Shape Across Texas
Ambitious builders create paths of 50-plus miles for hikers, bikers and horseback riders.
What to Do in Big Bend During Chisos Basin Closures
Alternatives abound at both Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park.
Palmetto State Park Transports Visitors to Another World
Ephemeral swamps and spiky, prehistoric plants abound at this Central Texas park.
Walk in the Footsteps of El Camino Real Travelers on This New Trail
The Rancheria Grande trail is one of the only places where Texans can follow the historic route.
Chaparral Wildlife Management Area Captures the Subtle Magic of South Texas Brush Land
"The Chap" is a celebrated destination for hunting, hiking, camping and bird-watching.
