• exploring lake lbj

    A Fun Weekend in Horseshoe Bay on Lake LBJ

    Some good friends invited us to spend the weekend with them at their lake house on Lake LBJ. It’s one of our favorite Texas lakes. That’s why it took us a millisecond to ask, “What time should we be there?” In no time, the car was loaded with beer, golf clubs, swim suits, and games. Delaware Read more…


  • Museum of South Texas History

    Museum of South Texas History – Edinburg, Texas

    On a rainy, cold, and windy day, my family needed to find something to do inside. Luckily, we found the Museum of South Texas History in Edinburg. The museum features very interesting and unique exhibits on the history of the Rio Grande Valley as well as the rest of South Texas and Northern Mexico. You’ll take a Read more…

  • Palo Duro Canyon biking

    Palo Duro Canyon: Playing in the Panhandle

    What’s better than enjoying Palo Duro Canyon, a round of golf at Comanche Trails Golf Complex, a tasty steak at Big Texan, and a relaxing evening at Starlight Canyon B&B?Nothing! So, grab your hiking shoes, mountain bike, and golf clubs and head to Amarillo for a fun weekend. Here’s the plan: Bike, ride, or hike Read more…

  • clifton, texas

    Cruisin’ Clifton and the Surrounding Area

    Travels with Grandma… Preserving the stories, legends & history of Texas for generations to come… Today We’re Cruisin’ Clifton Hi! This is Grandma. I hope you’ve had a good week and I’m glad to see you are back. Today, we’re going to Clifton, Texas. I was thinking that some of my favorite family stories have Read more…

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Discover fun things to do in Texas!

At Texas Outside, you can find all kinds of fun things to do in Texas. From surfing to hiking, fishing to festivals, or exploring lakes, rivers and canyons – there is something for everybody in Texas.

Our mission is simple and clear: to share the joy of Texas. Explore every corner of the Lone Star State with articles and maps of fun things to do across Texas.

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We have lots of ways to explore articles, maps and listings. Whether you’re into ATX, H-town, Big D or SA, explore maps and articles with all kinds of fun things to do in Texas.

Austin

Visit the Texas capitol city, known for live music and outdoorsy activities like hiking and paddling.

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Dallas

Check out the hub of the “Lakes and Prairies” region, with plenty to do both inside and out in DFW.

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Houston

Come see the third largest metro area in America, with everything from birdwatching to boating and beyond.

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San Antonio

Bienvenidos! Check out the riverwalk and the Alamo. From food to fiestas, this city is a lot of fun.

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