Top Locations for Back Packing in Texas

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AFort Worth Nature Center and Refuge

Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
  • 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd.
    Fort Worth, TX 76135
  • +1 817 237 1111
5.0
1+ reviews, 1 sources
  • I enjoy going to the nature center, it is peacefully. I can kayak up or down the river, fish, walk on the trails. There is an abundance of wildlife to see weather in the summer or in the winter. ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Overview Peaceful nature reserve located just eight miles away from downtown Fort Worth; features an eight-mile running ... more on TripAdvisor

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Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
9601 Fossil Ridge Rd.
Fort Worth, TX 76135

BHoliday Inn Express Arlington I-20 Parks Mall

Holiday Inn Express Arlington I-20 Parks Mall
  • 1721 Pleasant Place
    Arlington, TX 76015
  • +1 817 784 8750
3.5
10+ reviews, 5 sources

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Holiday Inn Express Arlington I-20 Parks Mall
1721 Pleasant Place
Arlington, TX 76015

CWhite Rock Lake Park

White Rock Lake Park
  • 521 East Lawther Drive
    Dallas, TX 75218
  • 214.670.88740
  • Highlights: picnic tables, restrooms more
  • Overview Surrounding the jewel of Dallas, 1,015-acre White Rock Lake, the park is a prime spot for running, hiking, birdwatching, ... more on TripAdvisor
  • Overview White Rock Lake offers a centrally located outdoor getaway with over nine miles of hiking and biking trails. This Audubon Society designated bird watching area and wetlands site also has fishing piers from which young anglers can cast lines for for catfish, sunfish, and bass.Numerous scenic picni... more on GoCityKids.com

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White Rock Lake Park
521 East Lawther Drive
Dallas, TX 75218

DEnchanted Rock State Natural Area

  • 16710 Ranch Road 965
    Fredericksburg, TX 78624-6554
  • +1 830 247 3903
5.0
3+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Highlights: visitor center more
  • I had a blast. Saw many fabulous and natural things. Had very little trouble navigating the trails, using the maps provided at check in. Avoid weekends almost all year due to over population and ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Enchanted rock is fun for any sure footed kid and their parents too! The areas has tons of caves which ... more on Trekaroo

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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
16710 Ranch Road 965
Fredericksburg, TX 78624-6554

EThe Crossings Wellness Center and Spa

  • 13500 FM 2769
    Austin, Texas 78726, USA
  • +1 877 944 3003
3.5
8+ reviews, 3 sources
  • great place to rest and recharge more on Yahoo! Travel
  • great spa area complete with a large outdoor pool, whirlpool, cold plunge, steam room, showers, lockers, quiet rooms , more on TripAdvisor

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The Crossings Wellness Center and Spa
13500 FM 2769
Austin, Texas 78726, USA

FLost Maples State Natural Area

  • 37221 Fm 187
    Vanderpool, TX 78885
  • +1 830 966 3413
5.0
1+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Highlights: visitor center more
  • This is where my family and I went to escape Hurricane Rita . It was so nice we are making it a real vacation later ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Overview Located approximately 75 miles northeast of San Antonio, this is one of the best spots in all of Texas to view fall foliage. Situated along the Sabinal River in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, the park is a spectacular mixture of limestone cliffs, dense woodlands, deep canyons and numerous c... more on Yahoo! Travel

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Lost Maples State Natural Area
37221 Fm 187
Vanderpool, TX 78885

GMercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens

  • 22306 Aldine Westfield Rd
    Humble, TX 77338-1071
  • +1 281 443 8731
5.0
3+ reviews, 2 sources
  • This place is magical. Since my children were small our family has visited at least once a year, usually in the spring. What a great place for family gatherings. Every season has something different to offer. The Azalea Hillside is breathtaking, the Bamboo forest so quiet and serene, children and... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • Mercer is a best kept secret in our area. I found it years ago in my search for outdoor spaces to take my photography clients and have been using this ... more on Yelp

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Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens
22306 Aldine Westfield Rd
Humble, TX 77338-1071

HMemorial Park

  • 6501 Memorial Drive
    Houston, TX 77001
  • +1 713 862 4033
4.0
20+ reviews, 1 sources
  • Were there on a Sunday morning - the place was packed! All kinds of walkers and runners, but it didn't FEEL as crowded as it was. Lots of dogs walking and running with their people - great place! Great trail - this park is huge, so you feel ... more on TripAdvisor
  • The city needs to find the money to upkeep this park. Kinda scary looking in some parts. more on GoCityKids.com

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Memorial Park
6501 Memorial Drive
Houston, TX 77001

ITrinity Park

  • 2401 University Drive
    Ft. Worth, Texas, United States
  • +1 817 871 7698
5.0
3+ reviews, 2 sources
  • Mayfest is an excellent family event held for the past 35 years in Trinity Park , Fort Worth , Texas . There are activities for children and adults- festival food and attractions- seven ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • These trail encompass many miles around Fort Worth, stretching from Benbrook Lake, past the historic Stockyard area of the Northside and beyond. Most of the way is paved, or will be shortly. A great place ... more on TripAdvisor

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Trinity Park
2401 University Drive
Ft. Worth, Texas, United States

JHermann Park Golf Course

  • 2155 N MacGregor Dr
    Houston, TX 77030
  • 7135260077
4.5
6+ reviews, 1 sources
  • bring your bikes, picnic basket, and spend the day.... My 9 yr old grand-daughter and I go at least twice a week, and never get tired of it. Childrens Museum is free on Thur 5-8pm, (walking distance) Zoo is great.. Natural Museum has butterfies, exhibits, I-Max and a McDonalds. Bring ... more on GoCityKids.com
  • My experience at Hermann Park is limited to a wedding I went to in the Chinese Gazebo. It was gorgeous. The gazebo itself was too small for the amount ... more on Yelp

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Hermann Park Golf Course
2155 N MacGregor Dr
Houston, TX 77030