Founder & Editor · Incredible Texas

Andy Warner

Dallas, Texas

Andy Warner is the founder and editor of Incredible Texas. Based in Dallas, he has spent 35 years exploring Texas and writes practical guides to its state parks, lakes, cities and road trips.

How guides are researched and updated: our editorial standards.

Guides by Andy Warner, page 10546 guides

Shaded walking paths and towering cypress trees surrounding the historic spring basin at San Pedro Springs Park

San Antonio

San Pedro Springs Park San Antonio TX: History, Hours, Pool

Plan your visit to San Pedro Springs Park in San Antonio, TX. Explore the oldest park in Texas, 2027 pool updates, tennis courts, trails, and rich history.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

San Antonio

Brackenridge Park San Antonio TX: Hours, History, and Tips

Visit Brackenridge Park in San Antonio TX. Explore free admission, daily hours, parking garage tips, miniature train rides, zoo access, and river trails.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

Japanese Tea Garden San Antonio TX: Hours, Parking & Pets

Plan your visit to Japanese Tea Garden San Antonio TX: free admission, 7 AM to 5 PM hours, parking tips, Jingu House dining, and scenic waterfall views.

9 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Bonham State Park quiet lake shoreline surrounded by hardwood forest in North Texas

Texas State Parks

Bonham State Park Map, Hours, Camping, Fishing and Trails

Plan your trip to Bonham State Park TX. Explore daily hours, $4 fees, lakeside camping hookups, 12 miles of trails, free fishing, and kayak rentals.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Spring-fed waters flowing over limestone ledges and Falls Dam at Blanco State Park

Texas State Parks

Blanco State Park: Map, Hours, Camping, Trails & Tips

Plan your trip to Blanco State Park with river swimming tips, RV camping fees, Falls Dam wading pools, and historic CCC trails in Texas Hill Country.

6 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Panoramic view of Scenic Mountain limestone bluff and West Texas plains at Big Spring State Park

Texas State Parks

Big Spring State Park Map, Hours, Trails & Tips

Plan your trip to Big Spring State Park with free admission hours, Scenic Mountain loop drive, nature trails, CCC history, and West Texas travel tips.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Rugged desert peaks and winding trails of Franklin Mountains State Park in El Paso

Texas State Parks

Franklin Mountains State Park El Paso TX: Hours & Trails

Plan your visit to Franklin Mountains State Park El Paso TX with 2026 gate hours, entry fees, Tom Mays Unit camping, Aztec Caves, and trail maps.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Historic limestone barracks and parade grounds at Historic Fort Stockton military outpost

Texas State

15 Best Things to Do in Fort Stockton TX

Discover the best things to do in Fort Stockton TX. Explore Historic Fort Stockton, Annie Riggs Museum, Paisano Pete, Comanche Springs, and road trips.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Elevated wooden boardwalk crossing cypress-tupelo swamp waters at Shangri La Botanical Gardens in Orange

Texas State

Shangri La Botanical Gardens TX: Hours, Admission & Tips

Plan your visit to Shangri La Botanical Gardens TX with 2026 free admission details, gate hours, Adams Bayou boat tours, and Survivor Tree tips.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Terraced rose flowerbeds and walking paths at Tyler Municipal Rose Garden in East Texas

Texas State

Tyler Rose Garden Guide: Hours, Admission, Blooms & Festival

Complete visitor guide to Tyler Rose Garden in Texas. Details current hours, free admission, peak May and October bloom times, and Texas Rose Festival events.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Commercial and sportfishing boats moored along the protected docks and bait supply slips in Galveston Texas

Texas State

Best Bait Shops in Galveston TX: Live Shrimp, Hours & Pier Spots

Discover the best bait shops in Galveston TX. Find live Gulf shrimp, 24-hour pier stops, frozen bait, tackle rentals, and current Texas saltwater rules.

8 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Tandem and solo kayaks paddled across calm Galveston Bay coastal marsh waters at sunset

Texas State

Top Galveston Kayak Rental Options, Launch Spots & Trails

Compare Galveston kayak rental rates, free delivery services, and guided tours. Explore top launch spots including Galveston Island State Park trails.

11 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Dallas

ATV Riding in Dallas TX: Best Parks, Rules, and Safety Tips

Explore the best parks for ATV riding in Dallas TX. Compare Trophy Club, Northwest OHV, decal rules, rental outfitters, and essential trail safety tips.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Scenic shoreline bluffs and limestone trails overlooking Joe Pool Lake at Cedar Hill State Park

Texas State Parks

Ultimate Guide to Cedar Hill State Park: Hours, Trails, Camping, and Penn Farm

Complete guide to Cedar Hill State Park near Dallas TX. Explore current hours, entry fees, campsite hookups, DORBA mountain bike trails, and Penn Farm tips.

9 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Texas Hill Country

21 Best Things to Do in Fredericksburg TX (2026 Guide)

Discover the best things to do in Fredericksburg TX, from Highway 290 wineries and Enchanted Rock hikes to historic Main Street shopping and German heritage.

16 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Mustangs of Las Colinas bronze sculptures galloping through Williams Square water plaza in Irving Texas

Dallas

Top 15 Best Things to Do in Irving Texas: Attractions, Dining & Nightlife

Discover Irving's best-known landmarks, waterfront stops, museums, trails, nightlife, and family-friendly plans, from the Mustangs of Las Colinas to Toyota Music Factory.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Sunset view across Lake Livingston reservoir with pine trees along the Texas shoreline

Lakes

Top 10 Best Lakes in Houston for Camping and Fishing

Explore the best lakes in Houston for camping and fishing. Compare park entry fees, full RV hookups, boat launches, and free state park bank fishing.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Texas Hill Country

Texas Hill Country Vineyards: Wineries, Trails, and Tips

Explore Texas Hill Country vineyards along Highway 290 and Fredericksburg. Discover top winery estates, tasting fees, reservation tips, and wine trails.

15 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Houston

Memorial Park Golf Course and Driving Range Houston TX Guide

Memorial Park Golf Course and Driving Range in Houston TX with current hours, rates, parking details, tee time tips, and first-visit planning notes.

9 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Intricate mosaic covered archways and decorative walls at Smither Park

Houston

Smither Park Houston TX: Hours, Art, Parking, and Tips

Smither Park Houston TX is a free daily mosaic art park behind the Orange Show, with artists on Saturdays, a 400-foot memory wall, and picnic space.

13 min readUpdated Jul 2026

Houston

Lake Houston Wilderness Park: Hours, Fees, Trails & Camping

Lake Houston Wilderness Park hours, fees, trails, camping, and rules for planning a day trip or overnight stay from Houston.

12 min readUpdated Jul 2026

Houston

Top 20 Best Houston Parks to Visit for Trails, Gardens, and Skyline Views

Explore 20 Houston parks for downtown walks, gardens, trails, camping, family time, and skyline views, with practical access notes.

15 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Houston

10 Best Places for Camping in Houston TX: State Parks, RV Resorts & Cabins

Explore top spots for camping in Houston TX. Compare Texas state parks, Lake Conroe RV sites, beach camping, and rustic cabins with verified 2026 fees.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Waterfront stone cabin surrounded by towering pines at a Texas state park

Texas State Parks

Top 12 Best State Parks in Texas with Cabins: 2026 Guide

Compare the 12 best state parks in Texas with cabins, featuring 2026 nightly rates, historic CCC architecture, group lodges, and reservation rules.

18 min readUpdated Sep 2026