Hiking

Government Canyon State Natural Area Trail
March 2023 Issue

Leave No Trace 2.0: Thoughtful Actions Can Minimize Your Impact on Nature

As Texans rush to play outdoors, thoughtful actions can minimize the impact on nature.

Story by Dan Oko
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
First Day Hikers walking down a Texas State park trail
January/February 2023 Issue

Start the New Year With a First Day Hike in Texas State Parks

Events are designed to help introduce people of all skill levels to the outdoors.

Story by Stephanie Salinas Garcia
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
Woman walking through a field on a trail with a map of the trail.
October 2022 Issue

Hike McKinney Falls’ Homestead Trail

History and natural beauty abound along this trail featuring a creek crossing.

Story by Russell Roe
Rio Grande river flowing through the mountains.
October 2022 Issue

Four Can't-Miss Big Bend Activities

From unforgettable hikes or scenic drives, Big Bend’s got you covered.

Story by Rushton Skinner
Four men on a bike trail.
June 2022 Issue

National Trails Day is the First Saturday in June

Every Texas trail leads to adventure.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Person paddling in a canoe in the waters of Caddo Lake.
June 2022 Issue

Paddling Trails Offer Otherworldly Views at Caddo Lake

Launch your canoe from the shore of Caddo Lake State Park and enter a place of ethereal beauty.

Story by Russell Roe
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