White Sandy Beaches And Crystal-Clear Waters Await At Texas' Largest Lagoon
Katie Lawrence
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The Houston metro might be a concrete jungle, but it’s also home to the largest lagoon in Texas. Lagoonfest Texas is located in Texas City, where you’ll find an all-summer-long celebration centered around a 12-acre, 24-million-gallon oasis that’s so clear, you can see straight through to the bottom. Come escape the chaos of city life and kick back with your toes in the sand while sipping a frozen cocktail — life doesn’t get much better than that!
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Doesn’t the largest lagoon in Texas sound like the best way to spend a vacation this summer? Visit the Lagoonfest Texas website or Facebook page for more information, including hours, prices, and ticket purchases. Have you ever been to Lagoonfest Texas? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below.
If you’re traveling through, spend the night in a vintage train car at the Galveston Railroad Museum in Texas, about 20 minutes down the road.
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This list of 28 top-rated and local favorite waterfalls, waterfall hikes, and swimming holes, are hidden gems for your bucket list. Here are just a few to give you an idea of what's out there:
- Gorman Falls:(2236 Park Hill Drive, Bend, Texas) This lovely place on the planet is located in Colorado Bend State Park, by way of a three-mile round-trip hike to the 65-foot cascade.
- Dolan Falls: (Devils River State Natural Area, 21715 Dolan Creek Road, Del Rio, Texas) You'll find the 15-foot waterfall a challenge to see, as Devil's River is full of Class II and III rapids. But if you have the experience, the payoff is golden.
- Pedernales Falls State Park (2585 Park Road 6026, Johnson City, Texas) The half-mile Twin Falls Nature Trail leads to a dreamlike waterfall-fed grotto surrounded by natural beauty.
- Cattail Falls: (Big Bend National Park in southwestern Texas) This hidden gem is located on a 5.7-mile moderately difficult out-and-back hike offering a majestic, 80-foot high waterfall with sweeping mountain views.
What is the most scenic restaurant in Texas?
Dine while overlooking the stunning mountains at Chisos Mountains Lodge Restaurant also located in Big Bend National Park, offering indoor and outdoor seating. And the best part is that the restaurant offers a perfect view of “The Window” – the most inspiring mountain vista in the park, through its floor-to-ceiling windows. Treat yourself after chasing all of those waterfalls to a hearty breakfast, lunch, or dinner made from homemade, country recipes. And if you get tired, just spend the night. For more information and reservations, visit the Chisos Mountains Lodge website. The lodge is the only hotel in Big Bend National Park.