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 13576 guides

Waterfront cabins and limestone shoreline at JBSA Recreation Park along Canyon Lake in Comal County

Texas State

JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake: Hours, Fees, and Tips

Plan your visit to JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake with 2026 vehicle entrance fees, cottage rates, RV hookup sites, boat rentals, and military access.

9 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Restored historic sandstone hospital and fort structures at Fort Richardson State Park in Jacksboro

Texas State Parks

Fort Richardson State Park: Hours, Trails, Camping & History

Fort Richardson State Park in Jacksboro offers trails, cabins, a 9-mile trailway, fort tours, and $4 admission.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Calm waters of Fort Parker Lake bordered by forested shorelines and CCC stone structures

Texas State Parks

Fort Parker State Park Guide: Trails, Camping, History

Plan your visit with this Fort Parker State Park guide to trails, camping, history, hours, and current tips for a Mexia getaway.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Rugged limestone hills, oak woodlands, and trailheads at Palo Pinto Mountains State Park in North Texas

Texas State Parks

Palo Pinto Mountains State Park: Hours, Hiking, Camping, Trails, Fishing

Plan your visit to Texas's newest getaway. Discover exactly what to do at Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, from 16 miles of trails to Tucker Lake fishing.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Lighted lakeside walking path and historic lighthouse structure at Woodlawn Lake Park

San Antonio

Woodlawn Lake Park San Antonio: Hours, Trail, Parking and Tips

Plan Woodlawn Lake Park with current San Antonio hours, trail length, parking, fishing, pool notes, rentals, Fourth of July details, and tips.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

Phil Hardberger Park San Antonio: Trails, Land Bridge and Tips

Plan Phil Hardberger Park San Antonio with sunrise-to-sunset hours, free parking, Land Bridge access, dog parks, trails, restrooms, and rules.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Dwarf palmetto palm fronds growing beneath riverbank forest canopy at Palmetto State Park Texas

Texas State Parks

Palmetto State Park Guide: Swimming, Camping & Trails

Explore Palmetto State Park in Texas: tropical dwarf palmetto swamp trails, San Marcos River swimming, CCC water tower history, cabin rentals, and camping.

10 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

Pearsall Park San Antonio TX: Hours, Splash Pad, Trails and Tips

Plan Pearsall Park San Antonio TX with current hours, splash pad season, playgrounds, trails, dog park, skate park, disc golf, rules, parking, and visit tips.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Glass serving bowl filled with colorful Texas Caviar black-eyed pea and bean dip alongside tortilla chips

Food

Texas Caviar: Recipe, Ingredients, Customization, Tips and Alternatives

Make delicious Texas Caviar at home: ingredients list, zesty vinaigrette, pro marinating tips, nutrition facts, and crowd-pleasing party serving ideas.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

Majestic Theatre San Antonio TX: Tickets, Parking and Seats

Plan Majestic Theatre San Antonio with 2026 ticket, parking, seating, accessibility, bag policy, tour, and landmark history tips.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Houston

Memorial Park Houston: Hours, Parking, Trails and Things To Do

Explore Memorial Park Houston: 1,500 acres of trails, the iconic Kinder Land Bridge, free parking tips, dog rules, and Seymour Lieberman running paths.

10 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

Landscaped lawns and walking plazas at Hemisfair with Tower of the Americas in background

San Antonio

Hemisfair Park San Antonio TX: Hours, Parking and Things to Do

Plan Hemisfair Park San Antonio TX with current hours, parking rates, Yanaguana Garden, Civic Park, splash pad rules, food, events, and nearby tips.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Scenic canyon bluffs and shoreline waters at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area in the Texas Panhandle

Lakes

Lake Meredith Texas Guide: Camping, Boating, Fishing, and Canyon Views

Plan Lake Meredith in the Texas Panhandle with current camping, boating, fishing, water-level, fee, and Amarillo-area trip tips.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Texas State Parks

Copper Breaks State Park: Hours, Trails, Camping & Stargazing

Plan your trip to Copper Breaks State Park near Quanah, TX. Complete guide to 10 miles of trails, dark-sky stargazing, camping, lake fishing, and park hours.

13 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Texas State Parks

Lockhart State Park Texas: Hours, Pool, Golf, Camping & Trails

Plan a visit to Lockhart State Park Texas with current hours, fees, camping, pool, golf, trails, fishing, and CCC history from TPWD.

13 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Texas State

SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium: 2026 Visitor Guide

Plan your 2026 visit to SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium with our tactical guide. We cover ticket prices, the 360-degree tunnel, and Animal Crossing tour dates.

21 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Texas State

Kirby Lake Abilene TX: The Complete Fishing and Park Guide

Plan your visit to Kirby Lake in Abilene, TX. Discover the best fishing spots, nature trails, and birding hotspots at this free 740-acre park. Plan your da

16 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Bass fishing boat on the vast waters of Toledo Bend Reservoir along the Texas Louisiana border

Lakes

Toledo Bend Reservoir Texas Guide: Fishing, Camping, and Access

Plan your trip to Toledo Bend Reservoir Texas with boat ramp access, reciprocal border fishing rules, bass tips, SRA park sites, and WMA camping maps.

10 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

La Villita Historic Arts Village: Hours, Shops and Tips

Plan La Villita Historic Arts Village in San Antonio with current hours, parking notes, shops, River Walk access, history, venues, and first-visit tips.

15 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Lakes

Lake Somerville TX: Camping, Fishing, and Trailway Guide

Explore Lake Somerville TX with Birch Creek and Nails Creek campsite fees, 26-mile Trailway maps, free shore fishing rules, and boat ramp details.

10 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Pontoon boat cruising across the blue open waters of Cedar Creek Lake in East Texas

Lakes

Cedar Creek Lake TX Guide: Things to Do, Fishing & Access

Plan your trip to Cedar Creek Lake TX with verified public boat ramps, bass and crappie fishing tips, marina rentals, lake levels, and town access points.

10 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Austin

Barton Creek Greenbelt Austin TX Guide: Trailheads & Tips

Barton Creek Greenbelt Austin TX guide with trailheads, parking, swimming tips, safety rules, and nearby Austin stops.

9 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Waterfront campsite and boat ramp view at Cranes Mill Park along Canyon Lake

Lakes

Cranes Mill Park Canyon Lake: 2026 Camping Guide and Hours

Plan your stay at Cranes Mill Park Canyon Lake with 2026 camping fees, gate hours, boat ramp rules, RV hookups, pet guidelines, and winter closures.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026