Meet the “French Cowboys” Buying Up Hill Country Hotels
Franklin Dusserre and Dylan Petrich have snapped up six hotels and almost a hundred vacation rentals in Blanco, Comfort, and Johnson City, among other rural spots.
Franklin Dusserre and Dylan Petrich have snapped up six hotels and almost a hundred vacation rentals in Blanco, Comfort, and Johnson City, among other rural spots.
By Pam LeBlanc
On 1,500 rolling acres near Hamilton Pool, the RGK Ranch is set to become a Travis County park for all to enjoy.
By Pam LeBlanc
It’s part of a $51 million project to rebuild Washington-on-the-Brazos, “the birthplace of Texas,” where the declaration that created the Republic of Texas was signed.
By Pam LeBlanc
Stroll through a sea of bluebonnets at Muleshoe Bend, stargaze from a luxurious safari tent at Shaffer Bend, or kayak in Matagorda Bay.
By Pam LeBlanc
“Texas has no cultural tradition of trolls,” wrote one.
By Pam LeBlanc
Ounce for ounce, rhinoceros beetles are among the strongest animals on earth.
By Pam LeBlanc
The Texas-based kayaking team completed the 1,600-mile journey over 83 grueling days.
By Pam LeBlanc
The home of Old Yeller, this scenic Hill Country getaway also has a beautifully restored courthouse.
By Pam LeBlanc
The seaside town is also a great place to catch redfish, watch dolphins, and stay in a snazzy new bungalow.
By Pam LeBlanc
Shady days soaking in the Guadalupe River and a weekly rodeo followed by dancing: this Hill Country hamlet is the perfect summer getaway.
By Pam LeBlanc
“There’s a tremendous disconnect between the expectations of the American public . . . and the National Park Service’s ability to do those things,” says Bob Krumenaker.
By Pam LeBlanc
The Nature Conservancy paradise teems with colorful blooms—and on May 20, Texans have a rare chance to see them.
By Pam LeBlanc
Mossy cypresses seem to float in the clouds at Martin Dies Jr. State Park, which offers otherworldly paddling and hiking trails.
By Pam LeBlanc
Looking for a quick getaway, a kid-friendly resort, or a cozy lodge? We’ve got you covered.
By Pam LeBlanc
Set to open later this year, it'll give North Texans 4,871 scenic acres to roam.
By Pam LeBlanc
It's a colossal floating city with an ice rink, a zip line, and even piped-in birdsong.
By Pam LeBlanc
The water at Pagosa Springs’ luxury resort burbles forth from the world’s deepest geothermal spring.
By Pam LeBlanc
Volunteers spent weeks installing 28,000 solar-powered bulbs for Bruce Munro’s ‘Field of Light,’ which runs through December.
By Pam LeBlanc
The Hill Country town supplies cowboys—both real and temporary—with a dose of ranch life, complete with hotcakes and trail riding.
By Pam LeBlanc
Five years after Hurricane Harvey, the beloved beach town continues to recover and evolve. Here are some of our favorite spots.
By Pam LeBlanc
The drought is taking a toll on our swimming holes, although a few favorites are still in good enough shape to help us handle the record heat.
By Pam LeBlanc
Professional baseball teams once traveled here in search of healing waters
By Pam LeBlanc
West Hansen and his Arctic Cowboys team hope to become the first kayakers to cross the Northwest Passage.
By Pam LeBlanc
This far-flung spot has a rich history, excellent fishing, free beach camping, and no crowds.
By Pam LeBlanc
Designating Big Bend as a federal wilderness area, advocates say, will ensure it stays rugged for decades to come.
By Pam LeBlanc
At trail challenges across Texas, riders of all levels can get back in the saddle and brush up on the basics.
By Pam LeBlanc
One of the biggest conservation projects in Texas history, the vast parkland encompasses some 17,000 acres along Matagorda Bay.
By Pam LeBlanc
The outdoor apparel company sells its gear to surfers, bluegrass musicians, fly fishermen, and Jimmy Kimmel.
By Pam LeBlanc
Rocky paths wend their way past the crumbling ruins of animal dens, making for a one-of-a-kind nature walk.
By Pam LeBlanc
Archaeologists are uncovering new clues at a canyon where ancient Texans once hunted bison en masse.
By Pam LeBlanc
We cracked open a cold one with the former Cowboy to learn about his latest business venture, a beer aimed at the calorie conscious.
By Pam LeBlanc
Why the fluffy-tailed rodents are making Texans nutty this year.
By Pam LeBlanc
The milk from a herd of 251 water buffalo powers Orobianco Italian Creamery, which serves locally inspired flavors and, soon, fresh mozzarella.
By Pam LeBlanc
Where to eat, sleep, and sightsee in this town of 1,200 northwest of San Antonio.
By Pam LeBlanc
Hoof it to these parks with your steed (or someone else's).
By Pam LeBlanc
Equestrians can ride their own steeds, or in a few cases rent them, on public lands across the state.
By Pam LeBlanc
This town is full of thrills—especially the Via Ferrata (hint: don't look down)—and necessary chills.
By Pam LeBlanc
With more than three hundred miles of dirt trails, the city has a wonderful arts scene to boot.
By Pam LeBlanc
The hills are alive with socially distant adventures.
By Pam LeBlanc
Sample tasty barbecue, gape at one of the world’s largest wind farms, and get a dose of state history in these neighboring West Texas towns.
By Pam LeBlanc
Conservationists worked to bring the endangered animals to shore—but getting the turtles warm amid a blackout is the next challenge.
By Pam LeBlanc
Big Bend Ranch State Park and Enchanted Rock State Natural Area both saw a 50 percent surge in backcountry rescues last year.
By Pam LeBlanc
This scrappy town on the edge of the Big Bend region has a trendy motel, pistol-packing waitresses, and starry nights aplenty.
By Pam LeBlanc
Flaming grew up in suburbia, dreaming of his grandparents’ cattle ranch. His work is angular, almost cubist, reimagining the Western art genre.
By Pam LeBlanc
Winter kayaking and canoeing are catching on, even among heat-loving Texans.
By Pam LeBlanc
Rockport resident Wayne White has worked for much of the last three years in Antarctica, where temperatures of minus 100 degrees don’t keep him from taking his daily walk or jog.
By Pam LeBlanc
Where cyclists can pedal past some stunning views and historic sites.
By Pam LeBlanc
Why many are exchanging paved roads and traffic for rural routes and breathtaking scenery.
By Pam LeBlanc
One Austin-based rental website saw bookings spike by 4,500 percent. Plus: six tips for first-timers.
By Pam LeBlanc
Documentarian Ben Masters tracks some of the few Leopardus pardalis that are left in Texas.
By Pam LeBlanc