From Big Bend to the Hill Country, these small mountain towns offer quiet views, hiking, stargazing and small-town charm ...

While Falcon State Park is popular among anglers and overnight campers, its 2026 First Day Hike will be dedicated to hikers ...

In a state as big as Texas, where private ranches stretch for miles and public access has always been slim, something big is ...

Lake Martin The sweetest spot in Alabama may just be this lake, 80 miles southwest of Birmingham. When it was built in the 1920s, Lake Martin was the largest man-made body of water in the world; it ...

Llano River provides free fun with swimming holes and scenic views. The town square feels like stepping back into a simpler time. Housing prices here won’t require a second mortgage on your soul.

The summit lodge, a rustic structure built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, adds to the charm of the place. This historic building serves as a visitor center during the operating ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. A pleasant yet frustrating sound stirred me from sleep just before dawn. Few camping experiences are as ...

Hiking provides immense cardiovascular and musculoskeletal benefits, but being in nature while participating in the activity might be the greatest advantage of all. When hiking on challenging terrain, ...

The Grand Canyon is a DarkSky International-certified park, and you can enjoy its inky nightscapes from virtually all vantage points. Down on the canyon’s base, though, the view is extra enchanting.

As winter term settles in and you’re left stranded without something to do, now is the perfect time to go for a hike. Take a ...

Governor Greg Abbott toured Post Oak Ridge State Park in Burnet and Lampasas Counties, celebrating the first Texas state park ...

If you're planning a bucket list trip this year, a spot in Alberta was just named a wonder of the world for 2026.