Central Texas Tropics!A little piece of the tropics lies just an hour from Austin and San Antonio. With multiple sources of water (including the Sa...
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Many Cultures, One TexasNative Americans, Spanish explorers and missionaries, Texian soldiers and early settlers walked the land of what is now Gol...
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Just west of town, cruise through the San Antonio River Valley Historic District on a scenic driving tour of ranches and farms. Along the way, paus...
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Ever wonder why we celebrate Cinco de Mayo? This day honors General Ignacio Zaragoza, who defeated the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Visi...
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Quiet GetawayWithin easy driving distance of both Austin and San Antonio you’ll find a quiet getaway: Lockhart State Park. Come for a morning...
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Things to DoActivities include non-motorized boating (no ramp/small lake); fishing in a stocked lake; nature study; hiking, geocaching; interpretiv...
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In 1849, German immigrant Heinrich Ludwig Kreische purchased 172 acres of land including the Dawson/Mier tomb, now known as Monument Hill. Master s...
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Home On The RangeHatari Wildlife Park is a 400-acre animal reserve that exhibits some of the rarest animals in the world to promote awareness and c...
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Rising From the AshesFor more than 70 years, folks have visited Bastrop State Park to enjoy its history and marvel at the Lost Pines. Forest fires ...
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Amenities:Picnic TablesBenchesLarge Pavilion with Group BBQ PitRestroom BuildingPlayscapeSwingsHorseshoe PitsLocated on the Guadalupe River: FIshin...
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Rugged BeautyListen to Onion Creek flowing over limestone ledges and splashing into pools. Follow trails winding through the Hill Country woods. Ex...
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In 2005, the City of Wimberley embarked on a mission to save the Blue Hole from the threat of residential development. After an unprecedented fundr...
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Zilker Metropolitan Park is considered "Austin's most-loved park." This 351-acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and special ...
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West Austin Park is home to one of Austin's few fenced off-leash dog areas. There's plenty for non-dog owners to enjoy, too, including pool, playsc...
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The 42-acre park in the heart of Austin has been the gathering place for the eclectic party that features live music, family games (think giant may...
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A popular leash-free park for dogs and their owners, Red Bud Isle lies on Town Lake, just below the Lake Austin dam. Canoers and kayakers often tak...
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