Best Places For Wildflowers In Texas
Each year Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) plants almost 30,000 wildflower seeds along Texas highways. Not only are the blankets of wildflowers lining our highways beautiful, but also reduces maintenances costs, protects our environment, and provides a habitat to native wildlife. The vibrant yellows, blues, reds, and pinks make Texas a popular spring destination and […]
4 Day Big Bend National Park Itinerary
There’s no better place to take a break from the city than Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. The parks are located in southwest Texas and offer visitors a variety of hiking options with their own unique views. When to Visit Big Bend Far west Texas in the Chihuahuan Desert where […]
Fall Colors At Lost Maples State Park
Tucked away in a town called Vanderpool is Texas’ very own autumn Oasis. Maple trees are one of the few trees to change colors which makes fall one of the most beautiful times to visit Lost Maples State Park. As you walk through this park, it’s easy to see why so many people come here […]
Beauty and Wildlife In Palo Duro Canyon
Palo Duro Canyon is in the Texas Panhandle and is second largest canyon in North America, which is how it earned the nickname The Grand Canyon of Texas. The canyon is full of spectacular beauty and wildlife, making it one of the most visited destinations in the Lone Star State. Whether you’re looking to camp, […]
50 Things To Do In Austin From A Local
I wasn’t born in Austin, but I got here as fast as I could. In my 13 years as an Austinite, I have found the best way to discover Austin is to get lost; ditch the downtown Austin touristy spots and explore the path less traveled because the likes of Rainey Street and Sixth Street […]
Uniquely Texas Wildlife And Landscape Photography
Texas is the second-largest state in the nation with 268,596 square miles of unique landscapes perfect for travel and nature photography. As a native Texan, I have explored many regions of this vast state and I am here to dispel the my that Texas’ landscape is nothing more than flat and boring. Big Bend National […]
5 Texas Hill Country Hikes With The Best Views
The Lone Star State isn’t exactly known for its panoramic landscapes so it might surprise you when I say that the Texas Hill Country has no shortage of hikes with jaw-dropping views. From landscape to wildlife to wildflowers I always find new places to capture great photos with a short drive from Austin. These 5 […]
9 Must-See Parks In Austin You Haven’t Heard Of
I saw an Instagram post from a California transplant complaining about Austin’s lack of nature and outdoor activities. I once believed this myth myself and nearly packed my bags for the West Coast, but as my mom has always said, “bloom where you are planted”. In place of a dramatic move to the mountains I […]
Detailed List Of 42 Central Texas State Parks
I’m on a mission to discover all the outdoor adventures tucked away in the 41 Central Texas State Parks; each one offering a unique view of this great state. In order to find the top hill country destinations, I have compiled a ranking of every Texas State Park within a 3-hour drive of Austin. Texas […]