THE TEXAS TRAVELER

An Infographic Guide to the Lone Star State

Texas by the Numbers

268k

Square Miles

Larger than the entire country of France.

15

Miles of River Walk

In San Antonio, featuring three distinct sections.

2,000+

Food Trucks

Fueling Austin's legendary culinary scene.

The Great Divide

The most critical concept for any traveler is the profound split between East and West Texas. This isn't just a regional variation; it's a clash between the American South and the American West, shaping everything from the landscape to the culture.

Top 10 Texas Destinations

  1. 1.San Antonio🏛️
  2. 2.Austin🎸
  3. 3.Big Bend National Park🏞️
  4. 4.Dallas-Fort Worth🏙️
  5. 5.The Texas Hill Country🍇
  6. 6.Houston🚀
  7. 7.Palo Duro Canyon🌄
  8. 8.Marfa🎨
  9. 9.The Gulf Coast🏖️
  10. 10.Waco🏠

Festival Fever

Texas's calendar is packed with world-renowned events. Spring and Fall are the prime seasons, drawing massive crowds for music, food, and culture. Here's a look at the major players.

South by Southwest (SXSW)

Every March, Austin becomes the global epicenter for tech, film, and music industries.

Austin City Limits (ACL)

A two-weekend music extravaganza in October featuring the biggest names in music.

State Fair of Texas

A legendary Dallas event from Sept-Oct, famous for fried foods and Big Tex.

Hitting the Trails: Top Hikes

⛰️

Enchanted Rock

Hike a massive pink granite dome for 360° views. Reservations are essential.

🍁

Lost Maples

Witness a rare and spectacular display of fall foliage in the Hill Country.

🌊

Garner State Park

Climb Old Baldy for an iconic view overlooking the clear Frio River.

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Lighthouse Trail

A 6-mile trek to the iconic formation in Palo Duro, the "Grand Canyon of Texas".