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Whether you're looking for adventure near a city like Austin, Houston, or Dallas, or headed into the remote and beautiful Big Bend National Park, we've got you covered with Texas sized adventures.

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Swim at Hamilton Pool Preserve

Dripping Springs, Texas

4.1

0.46 mi / 26 ft gain

Hamilton Pool Preserve, about a 45 minute drive from Austin, TX, is one of the most beautiful places to spend a hot, Texas afternoon. A short hike from the parking lot through a wooded forest opens up onto a scenic, natural pool. The small beach to one side is usually dotted with sunbathers and picnicing families, enjoying relaxing day out of the city. The park has a limited capacity, and ofte...

Enchanted Rock Loop

Fredericksburg, Texas

4.9

5.13 mi / 344 ft gain

Once inside the park, you can't miss either parking lots that are surrounded by picnic tables and well marked signs pointing towards the trails. There are also some public restrooms and a truck with some snacks. Once geared up, head straight towards the Summit Trail and begin your adventure! The trail is incredibly easy to follow - there are signs at every turn along the way. You are making yo...

Sculpture Falls

Austin, Texas

4.1

2.23 mi / 577 ft gain

Sculpture Falls is a hidden gem that is part of the 7.9 mile long Barton Creek Greenbelt in Austin. It's considered an urban oasis and is part of the Edwards Aquifer making the water temperatures in the summer about 70 degrees, and is a perfect way to cool off in the Texas heat! To find the trailhead turn onto Scottish Woods Trail off of 360 (the other side of Scottish Woods Trail is called We...

Explore Pedernales Falls

Johnson City, Texas

4.8

0.6 mi / 104 ft gain

Pedernales Falls drops 50 feet in elevation over 3,000 feet of titled, layered steps of limestone along the Pedernales River in Blanco County. In order to reach the falls you must enter Pedernales Falls State Park and follow the park road until the very end. There you'll find a parking lot and it's only about a quarter of a mile walk to the falls. If you want to do a bit more exploring of the a...

Cliff Jump at Jacob's Well

Wimberley, Texas

5.0

Jacob's well is a 12 foot opening that goes 23 feet deep in a riverbed in central Texas and makes for an awesome spot to escape the summer heat. Once you reach the parking lot there are signs that direct you on the very shot walk to the riverbed. The underwater cave is situated below a rock face which provides the opportunity to jump into the water for those who are daring. It's important to un...

Gorman Falls

Lometa, Texas

4.0

3.23 mi / 427 ft gain

Gorman Falls is truly a gem of the Texas Hill Country. This waterfall is situated in Colorado Bend State Park, one of the most diverse state parks in the area, and is what is considered a "living" waterfall. While most waterfalls will get smaller over time, Gorman Falls gets bigger. This is due to the high concentration of carbon dioxide in the water that runs through the large limestone deposi...

Stargaze at Hubbard City Lakes Park

Hubbard, Texas

4.5

Hubbard City Lakes Park is located about two miles south of the town center of Hubbard off of Highway 31. If you're heading south on 31 you'll make a right on to Country Road 3360 (and if you're heading north you'll make a left). It will be a dirt road, but I took my VW wagon on it so most cars should be fine. The further along you get you'll encounter a couple dips, so heads up!As soon as you...

Penitentiary Hollow via Red Waterfront Trail

Mineral Wells, Texas

4.9

1.44 mi / 249 ft gain

Lake Mineral Wells is one of the closest state parks in the area located less than an hour and a half from Dallas and only 45 minutes from Fort Worth. It sits in the heart of cattle country and offers several outdoor adventures. The trail starts from the Eastern parking lot and heads straight towards the water before it bears to the right and follows along the shore. There are several docks th...

Mount Bonnell Loop

Austin, Texas

3.6

0.46 mi / 59 ft gain

The trail up is a combination of manmade and natural stairs that take you up to the top. At the summit, you will find beautiful views of the area, and a pavilion where you can have a picnic lunch. To head back down by a different route, continue on the northern trail, which will take you past more scenic views, then down to the north end of the parking lot.

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