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  • Oak Creek Reservoir in Texas during a sunset
    By Kelley Dukat 8 hours ago

    Situated Between Austin And Lubbock Is Texas' Scenic, Artificial Lake Known For Fishing

    This scenic, artificial lake in Texas, located between Austin and Lubbock, is a secluded nature haven known for fishing and other water activities.

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  • Kitty Hollow Park, Texas
    By Audrey Simons 2 days ago

    Texas' Senior-Friendly City Near Houston Is Known For Small-Town Charm And Extensive Parks

    Just outside Houston, this laid-back spot features scenic parks, neighborhood charm, and year-round events, making it a low-key option for a Texas getaway.

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  • Morning sunrise in Graham, Texas, with mountain scenery
    By Anahid Akkam 4 days ago

    Between Wichita Falls And Abilene Is Texas' Charming City With A Record-Setting Downtown, Shops, And Lake Fun

    This North Texas destination between Wichita Falls and Abilene features the largest downtown square in the country, plus boutiques, history, and nearby lakes

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  • Abandoned Aldridge Sawmill covered in graffiti in the Angelina National Forest of East Texas
    By Rene Bennett 4 days ago

    Texas' Once-Thriving Sawmill Now Sits As An Abandoned Beauty In A Breathtaking National Forest

    If you like exploring abandoned locations and ghost towns, you'll want to check out the remains of this sawmill in Texas, which is now a historic site.

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  • Field of bluebonnets in Texas Hill Country
    By Hillary Louise Johnson 4 days ago

    Between San Angelo And Austin Is A Small Texas Town With Nostalgic Charm, Biking Trails, And Fishing

    One of the most soulful spots in Texas Hill Country is a tiny town brimming with historic charm, trails, and bike routes sure to take your breath away.

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  • Aerial view of the sandy shore by the water at Falcon State Park in Texas
    By Danno Wise 4 days ago

    Texas' Jaw-Dropping State Park Is A Top Fishing Destination For Trophy-Sized Bass, Swimming, And Birdwatching

    All the way at the southern edge of Texas, this state park has impressive lake fishing opportunities and over 300 species of birds to spot.

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  • Aerial view of Hempstead, Texas
    By Caitlin McAllister 5 days ago

    Between Houston And Austin Is Texas' 'Watermelon Capital' With A Vibrant Market And Action-Packed Rodeo

    Houston and Austin are two fun Texas cities, but between them lies a small town worth visiting. The "Watermelon Capital" has a rodeo and a nice marketplace.

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  • Waterfront at the Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas in San Antonio, Texas
    By Chris Tharp 5 days ago

    Texas' New 2026 Opened Hill Country Resort Is A Family-Friendly San Antonio Escape With Beaches And Blue Lagoons

    Visit one of the most stunning parts of Texas for a San Antonio stay that you'll never forget. This spot's fun new amenities will make the trip extra exciting.

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  • A road cutting through Lockhart State Park
    By Kareem Gantt 5 days ago

    Between Austin And San Antonio Is A Texas State Park With Golf, Fishing, And Hiking

    The enormous state of Texas is home to all kinds of state parks, including this historical spot that has fishing, hiking trails, and even a golf course.

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  • The Katy Freeway intersection in Texas
    By Jenna Kelley 6 days ago

    This Is The Busiest Highway To Navigate In Texas (And Why Drivers Dread It)

    Connecting Houston to the nearby city of Katy is one of the world’s widest highways, but drivers aren't excited about their congested daily commute.

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  • Fort Parker State Park in Texas
    By Audrey Simons 7 days ago

    Between Dallas And College Station Is A Lakeside Texas State Park With Quiet Trails, Paddling Fun, And Camping

    This under-the-radar park in Texas near Dallas offers peaceful trails, birdwatching, paddling routes, and rustic campsites along a scenic lake setting.

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  • Purple skies over Fulshear, Texas
    By Sarah Joseph 8 days ago

    Texas' Quiet City West Of Houston Is Now The Fastest-Growing Boomtown In The Country

    People are flocking to this serene city to the west of Houston, making it the fastest-growing boomtown in the entire United States.

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  • Inside the Little Goat Diner
    By Jenna Intersimone 9 days ago

    America's Hands-Down Best Breakfast Restaurants, According To Reviews

    Breakfast is often considered to be the most important meal of the day and it just may be the tastiest -- especially at these U.S. hot spots.

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  • Sunset over a lake in Texas
    By Jonathan Houston 11 days ago

    Between Austin And Houston Is An Idyllic Texas Lakeside Park Renowned For Fishing, Boating, And Hiking

    This quiet park about an hour outside of Austin offers a lake for top-tier bass fishing, swimming, and paddling, plus sites for RV and tent camping.

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  • Sunset over the water at Winters-Elm Creek Reservoir
    By Ben M Stower 11 days ago

    Nestled Between Abilene And San Angelo Is Texas' Family-Friendly City With A Scenic Lake And A Peaceful Community

    This small West Texas city offers a relaxed rural setting with a nearby reservoir for fishing and camping, a railroad-era museum, and classic local diners.

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  • Pedestrians and light rail fill a street in downtown Houston, as depicted in an architectural rendering
    By Robert Isenberg 11 days ago

    Downtown Houston's Ambitious Upcoming Project Will Turn 7 City Blocks Into A Walkable Promenade

    Houston, Texas, is preparing to host the 2026 World Cup, and its Main Street is getting a major overhaul that will make the downtown area more walkable.

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  • Aerial view of Stone Oak
    By Madeleine Bee 12 days ago

    San Antonio's Upscale Suburb Is A Hill Country Escape With Standout Restaurants And Shopping

    If you're looking for a Hill Country getaway with exemplary restaurants and shopping opportunities, you've met your match with this San Antonio suburb.

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  • A couple walking their dog on a Texas beach at sunset
    By Sarah Joseph 12 days ago

    The 5 Best Beach Resorts In All Of Texas, According To Reviews

    Most people picture the West Coast or the Caribbean when they think of a top-notch beach resort, but don't sleep on the Texas Gulf Coast.

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  • Yellow and green tent perched on the shore of a lake with mountains in the background
    By Kate Mothes 12 days ago

    America's Hands-Down 11 Best Lakeside Camping Destinations, According To Reviews

    A lakeside camping trip may be just what you need this summer. Here's where dozens of fellow campers have recommended across the United States.

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  • Aerial view of Lake Travis
    By Leslie Veliz 13 days ago

    Texas' Floating Movie Experience Is On A Scenic Lake Near Austin Showing A Classic '70s Horror Movie

    This floating movie experience on a scenic lake near Austin is a summer must for cinephiles hungry for a unique way to watch a '70s horror movie classic.

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  • Salmon Lake Park in Grapeland, Texas
    By Audrey Simons 13 days ago

    Between Dallas And Houston Is The 'Watermelon Capital Of East Texas' With A Walkable Downtown And Pretty Parks

    A tiny Texas town known for its delicious melons has so much more to offer, with parks and festivals and a downtown that feels like a trip back in time.

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  • An alligator with its mouth open at Brazos Bend State Park in Texas
    By Danno Wise 13 days ago

    Tucked Between Houston And The Gulf Is A Texas Haven For Fishing, Hiking, And Alligator Spotting

    If you have a love for the outdoors, warm weather, and wildlife, this state park in Texas is the perfect getaway to fulfill all of your needs.

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  • The McNay Art Museum in San Antonio, Texas
    By Jenna Busch 14 days ago

    Texas' First Modern Art Museum Is In A Gorgeous San Antonio Colonial Mansion

    Enjoy iconic artworks while exploring a stunning, historic Spanish Colonial mansion at Texas’ first modern art museum in San Antonio.

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  • An oil rig surrounded by hay and mountains in Alberta, Canada
    By Olivia Typaldos 14 days ago

    'The Texas Of Canada' Is A Scenic Prairie Province With Mountains And A Landscape Shaped By Oil

    Experience iconic cowboy culture in this Western Canadian province that highlights dude ranches, huge rodeos, and badlands that are all reminiscent of Texas.

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  • An aerial view of South Padre Island, Texas, on a sunny day
    By Sarah Bloomfield 15 days ago

    5 Mellow Spring Break Destinations In Texas Free Of Rowdy Crowds, According To Families

    Rowdy crowds can ruin your family spring break vacation, so we found five mellow Texas destinations where you can relax and enjoy a variety of activities.

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  • Lake Brownwood State Park, Texas, on a cloudy day
    By Anahid Akkam 15 days ago

    Between Fort Worth And San Angelo Is Texas' Lakeside State Park With Swimming, Fishing, And Cabins

    This central Texas state park offers cozy cabin stays, wooded campsites, swimming areas, and access to a large reservoir known for boating and fishing.

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  • Trail through Karst Canyon Preserve
    By Audrey Simons 16 days ago

    Texas' Newest Nature Preserve Is A Unique Canyon Destination Near Jacob's Well

    Opened in early 2026, this area in Texas Hill Country was meant to be a housing complex but now protects 175 acres of natural habitat and unique landscape.

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