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 24576 guides

Panoramic view of rugged Texas mountains and winding river valley at sunset

Places to Visit

Top 50 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Texas: Bucket List

Discover the 50 most beautiful places to visit in Texas. From Big Bend to hidden Hill Country springs, plan your ultimate Lone Star State bucket list.

25 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Blooming rose bushes and paved walking trails in the Tyler Municipal Rose Garden

Places to Visit

11 Best Things to Do in Tyler TX: Must-Visit Places and Experiences

Complete guide to the 11 best things to do in Tyler TX. Discover botanical gardens, state park trails, wildlife habitats, and pit barbecue in East Texas.

11 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Austin

10 Best Places for Camping in Austin TX: State Parks, RV Parks, Cabins, and Primitive Sites

Discover the best places for camping in Austin TX. Compare McKinney Falls, Emma Long, Inks Lake, and Pedernales Falls with fees, RV hookups, and cabins.

16 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Lubbock Texas skyline and cultural district landmarks under a wide open South Plains sky

Places to Visit

Best Things to Do in Lubbock TX This Weekend (2026 Guide)

Plan the perfect Lubbock weekend with free Texas Tech museums, live music in the Depot District, High Plains wine, and Buffalo Springs Lake recreation.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Angler casting a fishing rod from a boat on a calm Texas lake during sunrise with tackle gear

Texas State

Texas Fishing License & Regulations 2026: Costs, Rules & Best Spots

Get the latest Texas fishing permits, costs, rules & top fishing spots. Stay legal & reel in the best catch with our complete guide!

24 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Covered floating boat slips and modern docks moored on the shoreline of Lake Conroe Texas

Lakes

8 Best Lake Conroe Marinas: Boat Rentals, Slips & Dining (2026 Guide)

Compare the 8 best Lake Conroe marinas with $190+ monthly boat slips, $95/hr pontoon rentals, $15 boat ramps, gas docks, and dock-and-dine patios.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Asian elephants gathering along the waterfall pool in the Elephant Springs habitat at the Fort Worth Zoo

Dallas

Fort Worth Zoo: 2026 Ultimate Guide to Tickets, Hours, Free Days & Exhibits

Plan your Fort Worth Zoo trip with 2026 ticket prices, half-price Wednesday discounts, hours, parking tips, and A Wilder Vision exhibit guides.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Dallas

10 Best Water Parks in Dallas and Fort Worth TX: Current Hours, Tickets, and Family Tips

Compare Dallas-Fort Worth water parks with 2026 ticket prices, seasonal hours, indoor resorts, and cooler rules. Find the best DFW splash spots for families.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Scenic shoreline view of Inks Lake with pink gneiss rock outcrops along calm blue waters in the Texas Hill Country

Texas State Parks

Inks Lake State Park: 2026 Guide to Camping, Fishing & Hiking

Discover the best of Inks Lake State Park in 2026. Complete guide to camping, cabins, Devil's Waterhole, fishing reports, and hiking trails in the Texas Hill Country.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Offshore sportfishing boat cruising the Gulf of Mexico waters outside Galveston Texas at dawn

Texas State

Top 20 Best Galveston Fishing Charters for Deep Sea Fishing

Discover the top 20 best Galveston fishing charters for deep sea adventures. Find the perfect charter for your next fishing trip.

26 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Riders on four-wheel ATVs and side-by-sides traversing mud bogs and sandy trails at Xtreme Off Road Park and Beach in Crosby Texas

Houston

Xtreme Off Road Park and Beach Prices, Camping, Events Schedule and Photos

Plan your trip to Xtreme Off Road Park and Beach in Crosby, TX. Get verified 2026 entry prices, RV camping rates, ATV rentals, trail maps, and event dates.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Dallas

35 Best Dallas Date Ideas: Unique, Romantic, Free, & More (2026 Guide)

Discover 35 best Dallas date ideas for couples. From romantic rooftop dinners and free sunsets to unique mini-golf and DIY workshops. Updated 2026 pricing!

22 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Dallas

Dallas World Aquarium: Ultimate 2026 Guide to Hours, Tickets, & Exhibits

Plan your visit to the Dallas World Aquarium with updated 2026 ticket prices, daily hours, parking tips, discounts, and level-by-level exhibit highlights.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Panoramic scenic view of the Corpus Christi downtown bayfront marina and Gulf coastline

Places to Visit

23 Best Things to Do in Corpus Christi TX for a Weekend Trip (2026 Guide)

Discover the best things to do in Corpus Christi TX. Plan your weekend trip with top beaches, the Texas State Aquarium, free activities, and family fun.

21 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Residential contractor crew replacing coastal storm-resistant architectural roof shingles in Corpus Christi

Texas State

15 Best Roofing Contractors in Corpus Christi TX (2026 Guide)

Compare top roofing contractors in Corpus Christi, TX. Review coastal windstorm certifications, WPI-8 inspections, roof costs, and vetted local roofers.

14 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Limestone riverbed of the Paluxy River showing prehistoric dinosaur footprints at Dinosaur Valley State Park

Texas State Parks

Dinosaur Valley State Park: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide

Full details of Dinosaur Valley State Park Camping, Tickets, Map and Review | Best Things to Do in Dinosaur Valley State Park with Family and Kids

17 min readUpdated Sep 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

San Antonio

Go Rio Cruises San Antonio TX: Hours, Prices & Routes

Go Rio Cruises San Antonio TX hours, prices, routes, boarding docks, and ticket rules for River Walk visitors.

13 min readUpdated Jul 2026

San Antonio

Alamo San Antonio TX: Hours, Tickets, Parking & Tips

Plan a visit to the Alamo San Antonio TX with current hours, tickets, parking, accessibility, and nearby stop ideas.

14 min readUpdated Jul 2026

Dallas

Dallas Farmers Market Guide: Hours, Parking, The Shed, and Food

Dallas Farmers Market hours, parking, food hall details, The Shed schedule, and downtown tips for a smooth visit.

16 min readUpdated Jul 2026

Dallas

Dallas Arboretum Guide: Hours, Tickets, Parking, and More

Dallas Arboretum hours, tickets, parking, what to wear, and the best gardens to see, plus Dallas Blooms and planning tips.

16 min readUpdated Jul 2026

Lakeside view of pine trees and boat launch at Tyler State Park Texas

Texas State Parks

Tyler State Park TX: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide

Complete details of Tyler State Park Map, Hours, Pricing, Trails, Camping, Cabins | Things to do and How to Reach

13 min readUpdated Jul 2026

Limestone entrance to historic railroad tunnel and bat sanctuary at Old Tunnel State Park Texas

Texas State Parks

Old Tunnel State Park: Guide to Bat Viewing, History & Hiking

Details for Old Tunnel State Park bat viewing. Find tickets, emergence times, 1913 railroad tunnel history, and Hill Country hiking tips.

11 min readUpdated Jul 2026