Hiking

Climbing at Lake Mineral Wells state park
November 2023 Issue

Climbing the Cliffs of Lake Mineral Wells State Park

Climbers can explore the park's caves, crevices and narrow passageways.

Story by Russell Roe
Irene Ogeto, the Black Hiking Queen
October 2023 Issue

Meet Irene Ogeto, the Black Hiking Queen

Hiking latecomer's blog inspires people to get outside.

By Louie Bond
Gorman Falls
August/September 2023 Issue

Gorman Falls: Chasing Waterfalls at Colorado Bend

Waterfall cascades down a 70-foot cliff, and is growing.

By Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
Family walking on boardwalk at Lake Livingston.
July 2023 Issue

Explore Lake Livingston's Boardwalk Trail

State park path takes you through the Pineywoods.

Story by Russell Roe
Rock formations at Inks Lake state park
January/February 2023 Issue

Inks Lake State Park Has Some of the Oldest Geology in Texas

Find some of the oldest geology in Texas at this Hill Country state park.

Story by Jamie Langham
rock climbing at Hueco Tanks State Park
January/February 2023 Issue

Texas' Hueco Tanks State Park is Legendary for Rock Climbing

Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site is the birthplace of modern bouldering.

Story by Russell Roe
Dinosaur Valley statues keeping watch over Dinosaur Valley State Park
January/February 2023 Issue

Dinosaur Sculptures Greet Visitors at Dinosaur Valley State Park

1964 World’s Fair statues stand watch over state park.

Story by Scott Chamness
three people backpacking through the trails of pedernales falls
January/February 2023 Issue

Trials of the Trail: Backpacking Pedernales Falls

Wool socks, teenagers and other mysteries of life on a Pedernales Falls backpacking trip.

Story by Cory Chandler
Remote hiking at Pedernales Falls State Park
May 2014 Issue

These Seven Survival Tips Could Save You

If you're lost in the wild, taking these steps are key to staying alive.

Story by Dawn Bello
Long tailed weasel Larry Ditto_70K8618
December 2011 Issue

Long-Tailed Weasels Are Stealthy, Fearless Hunters

Weasels are rarely seen cousins of skunks and badgers.

Story by Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
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