Cities in tour: Abilene, Albany, Bronte, Brownwood, Jacksboro, Mason, Menard, Mineral Wells, San Angelo, Stephenville, Throckmorton
As settlers streamed west with hopes of new opportunities, frontier soldiers built forts linking wild country and settled lands. Standing between eager colonists and protective Native Americans was a hard and dangerous business with constant treks farther west as the frontier became civilized. Explore battle sites, pioneer settlements and other places where history was made and the West was won.
Cities in tour: Midland/Odessa, Monahans, Fort Stockton, Ozona, Langtry, Del Rio, Brackettville, Rocksprings and Junction
If you treasure remote and extraordinary beauty, the Texas Pecos Trail is for you. From vast prickly-pear laden desert to sprawling sand dunes and meandering rivers, this is Texas at its most dramatic.
Cities in tour: El Paso, Van Horn, Marfa, Presidio, Big Bend Park, Study Butte, Alpine and Fort Davis
West of the Pecos, the night air is cool, the desert is hauntingly beautiful and the mountain peaks are taller than you would expect. Grab your hiking shoes and a jacket. You’ll see some of the Southwest’s most beautiful mountain passes as we crisscross the state’s most western section along the Texas Mountain Trail.
Cities in tour: Rockport, Port Aransas, Corpus Christi, Kingsville, Harlingen, Brownsville, South Padre Island, Sinton and Laredo
Pack the sunscreen and flip-flops and head to coastal Texas where warm salt air and sandy beaches beckon all year ‘round. Follow the Tropical Trail to find sunny good times along the bays and byways of the Texas coast.
Cities in tour: Bastrop, Brenham, Cuero, Deer Park, Galveston, Goliad, Gonzalez, Lockhart, Port Lavaca, Richmond-Rosenberg, San Antonio, Victoria, West Columbia
On March 2, 1836, Texas leaders declared independence from Mexico’s oppressive rule. This marked the beginning of a nine-year sovereign republic and a relentless Texan pride. Witness the first shot of the revolution, the fall of the Alamo and the final battle at San Jacinto. Drive the Independence Trail and uncover Texas’ struggle for freedom.
Cities in tour: Amarillo, Panhandle, Hereford, Canyon, Lubbock, Post, Matador and Silverton
The Panhandle Plains welcome you to Texas at perhaps its most Western. Panoramic vistas, rugged canyons and sweeping plains are glorious attributes on the Texas Plains Trail. Follow the four-day trail, and be sure to stop for a chuck wagon breakfast! Spectacular sunrises are included.
Cities in tour: San Antonio, Kerrville, Fredericksburg, Johnson City, Llano, Austin, San Marcos and Wimberley
Deep in the heart of Texas lies some of the state’s most scenic and varied terrain. For outdoor adventure amidst rolling hills, serene valleys and meandering rivers where time stands still, take the Hill Country Trail.
Cities in tour: Dallas, Sherman, Denison, Commerce, Campbell, Quinlan, Canton, Whitney, Weatherford and Fort Worth
Whether you’re an avid angler, outdoor enthusiast or expert birder, Texas lakes offer a wealth of watery fun. Travel with us on the Texas Lakes Trail and discover some of the state’s finest liquid treasures. Bring the family, drop a hook and stay awhile.
Cities in tour: Austin, Salado, Temple, Waco, Groesbeck, Marlin, College Station, Caldwell and Elgin
There’s no place like Texas. In the Lone Star State, you can visit frontier forts, shake hands with costumed settlers in period dress, relive the exciting days of the Old West or enjoy abundant wildflowers and scenic lakes with modern campgrounds. Take a four-day trip for these experiences and more along the historic Texas Brazos Trail.
Cities in tour: Austin, Belton, Bowie, Brownsville, Cuero, Decatur, Fort Worth, Goliad, Kingsville, Nocona, Round Rock, Seguin, Waco, Yoakum
Cowboys were more than the rugged, independent men portrayed in movies. They struggled with the constant danger of stampedes, hard days and lonely nights. Their hard work become the backbone of Texas growth, elevating the state out of post-Civil War despair and poverty. Pull on some boots, grab a Dutch oven biscuit and discover the heritage, legacy and lore of the Chisholm Trail.