You want to splash, to float. You want—no, need—a swimming hole. If you live in Central Texas, Barton Springs and Hippie Hollow make the most sense. Each is gorgeous—the icy spring-fed pool ...

Here are a few of the most popular trails in the Austin area: Beat the Texas heat with our guide to Austin's pools and invigorating swimming holes. While not exhaustive, this list offers plenty of ...

The weather is great and it's time to get outside. Find hidden swimming holes, hike stunning trails, and discover Austin’s outdoors fitness scene.

The best small towns in Texas Hill Country share a few things in common: Lone Star charm, wineries, and plenty of rolling ...

One Engemoen is particularly excited about is “Strong Grandma,” about an elderly woman’s journey to become a bodybuilder.

Vernon L. Richards Riverbend Park in Smithville offers a nice outdoor destination whether you’re looking for an afternoon getaway or a quiet campground. Situated on the wooded banks of the Colorado ...

Andy West, a Ridge alum who spent 10 years on the football staff before taking over as head coach five years ago, has stepped ...

Thanks to a recommendation from old friends, we discovered what will likely be our winter getaway in Mexico as long as we’re ...

Drew Anthony Smith Dale Ross, the mayor of Georgetown, Texas, has a big smile ... you’re bound to run into people you know and a swimming hole. But it also has Southwestern University, and ...

Board of Directors met and finalized the competitive section placements for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons. Friday, the League released the decisions they made. For reference, according to the MSHSL, ...

Palmetto State Park is the botanical equivalent of finding an oasis in the desert – unexpected, refreshing, and slightly surreal. The park’s signature dwarf palmetto plants create an otherworldly ...

In most scenarios, I’ll reach for the 5-inch version and fish it weightless, on a Texas rig, or wacky rigged around shallow ... bags of bass on the newfangled bladed jig. The thump and swimming action ...