North American Weekend Adventure Guide
Your curated guide to the best outdoor escapes near major North American cities β This edition: Houston, TX π Brazos Bend State Park π 1 hr ο½ ποΈ $7 per person Where egrets skim the lake, deer roam the woods, and alligators lurk in the wetlandsβ¦ every step feels like walking through a real-life nature documentary. π¦ π Huntsville State Park π 1 hr ο½ ποΈ $7 per person A picturesque blend of lake and forest awaits, with a 21-mile lakeside trail offering glimpses of bald eagles fishing and alligators sunbathing β natureβs own theater. π π Sam Houston National Forest π 1 hr ο½ ποΈ $7 per vehicle Listen to the ancient whispers of a primeval forest, and wander through mossy swamps that look straight out of a fairy tale. π· π Big Thicket National Preserve π 1 hr 40 min ο½ ποΈ Free From carnivorous plants to centuries-old cypress trees β discover 11 distinct ecosystems. Will you spot the elusive red-cockaded woodpecker? π¦ π Martin Dies Jr. State Park π 2 hrs ο½ ποΈ $4 per person By day, explore riverbanks in search of raccoon and white-tailed deer tracks. By night, gaze at the Milky Way shimmering over gentle waters from a suspension bridge. β¨ π Bastrop State Park π 2 hrs ο½ ποΈ $5 per person Witness natureβs incredible resilience in a forest reborn after wildfire β charred earth pierced by new pine growth, while black-and-white warblers sing from the branches. π± π Ready for an unforgettable weekend hike? Tag your Houston hiking buddy in the comments and start planning your escape below π #US #Texas #Houston
