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 3576 guides

Church

The House Fort Worth TX: Service Times, Parking, Kids and Visitor Guide

Visit The House Church in Fort Worth, TX (6800 Denton Hwy) with Sunday service times at 8:30, 10:00, 11:45 AM & 1:15 PM, free parking, and House Kids.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Festival attendees in Bavarian Tracht enjoying food and drinks along the shaded limestone banks of the Comal River at Wurstfest in New Braunfels

Texas Hill Country

Wurstfest New Braunfels TX: 2026 Tickets, Schedule, Parking & Rules

Plan your trip to Wurstfest in New Braunfels, TX. Get 2026 ticket prices, free days, shuttle parking, cashless bar rules, and Bavarian food menus.

9 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Calm blue water of Lake Marble Falls framed by limestone bluffs and Highway 281 bridge in Burnet County

Lakes

Lake Marble Falls Texas Guide: Boat Ramps, Parks, and Fishing

Plan a trip to Lake Marble Falls TX with free boat ramps at Lakeside and Johnson parks, LCRA water levels, fishing limits, and zebra mussel rules.

15 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Sunset over Lake Ray Hubbard shoreline and stone lighthouse along The Harbor boardwalk in Rockwall, Texas

Lakes

Lake Ray Hubbard Texas Guide: Rockwall Harbor, Boat Ramps, and Fishing

Plan a trip to Lake Ray Hubbard near Dallas with free boat ramps, Rockwall Harbor dining, Rowlett kayak launches, marinas, and TPWD fishing rules.

15 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Limestone canyon cliffs and cypress-lined shoreline along Medina Lake in the Texas Hill Country near Mico

Lakes

Medina Lake Texas Guide: Water Levels, Parks, Camping and Day Trips

Plan a trip to Medina Lake, TX with current water level gauges, Bandera County park status, Lakehills RV resorts, fishing rules, and Medina River backups.

15 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Wooden boardwalk and observation tower overlooking lily-lined marsh ponds at Sheldon Lake State Park in northeast Houston

Texas State Parks

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center: Complete Houston Visitor Guide

Plan a trip to Sheldon Lake State Park in northeast Houston with free entry, the 82-foot observation tower, 28 marsh ponds, fishing rules, and maps.

14 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Tall loblolly pines and calm shoreline waters along Wright Patman Lake in the East Texas Piney Woods near Texarkana

Lakes

Wright Patman Lake Texas Guide: Camping, Fishing, Boat Ramps & Parks

Plan your Wright Patman Lake trip near Texarkana with USACE camping fees, Atlanta State Park tips, 17 boat ramps, North Shore beach, and fishing rules.

15 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Austin

30 Best Things to Do in Austin TX: Ultimate 2026 Visitor's Guide

Discover the best things to do in Austin Texas. Explore the Capitol, Barton Springs, live music, and Franklin BBQ with verified 2026 hours, prices, and tips.

18 min readUpdated Oct 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 Oct 2026

Two telescope domes at George Observatory under red star-party lights at Brazos Bend State Park near Houston

Places to Visit

Best Stargazing Spots Near Houston: Escaping the City Light Dome (Bortle 3 & 4 Parks)

Discover the best stargazing spots near Houston. Complete guide to George Observatory, Bortle 3 & 4 state parks, Saturday star parties, and viewing tips.

11 min readUpdated Oct 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 Oct 2026

Longhorn cattle walking down Exchange Avenue during the daily Fort Worth Stockyards herd drive

Dallas

25 Best Things to Do in Fort Worth TX: 2026 Visitor's Guide

Plan your trip with the 25 best things to do in Fort Worth TX. Discover Stockyards cattle drives, free world-class museums, zoo tickets, and local dining.

14 min readUpdated Oct 2026

TxDOT ferry crossing Galveston Bay toward Bolivar Peninsula near Crystal Beach, Texas

Places to Visit

Crystal Beach & Bolivar Peninsula Camping: Permits, Campfires & Rules

Essential guide to camping on Crystal Beach and Bolivar Peninsula. Learn Galveston County vehicle permit fees, campfire rules, golf cart laws, and ferry tips.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Aerial view of vehicle-accessible beach shoreline at Port Aransas and Mustang Island, Texas

Places to Visit

Driving on the Beach in Texas: Rules, 4WD Tips, Tire Pressure & Permits

Essential guide to driving on the beach in Texas. Learn the Texas Open Beaches Act rules, 15 mph speed limits, tire PSI guidelines, and county permits.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Rounded pink granite summit at Enchanted Rock beneath the Milky Way in the Texas Hill Country

Texas State Parks

Enchanted Rock Night Sky Guide: Dark Sky Summit Hikes, Milky Way Photography & Rules

Explore dark-sky stargazing at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. Complete guide to summit rules, night hiking, Milky Way photography, passes, and camping.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Tan brick facade and arched entrance of the Gage Hotel beneath the Milky Way in Marathon, Texas

Places to Visit

Marathon Texas Stargazing: Gage Hotel Viewing, Target Marathon & Dark Sky Lodging

Plan your Marathon Texas stargazing trip: complete guide to the Gage Hotel, Marathon Motel telescope courtyard, Target Marathon photos, and dark-sky lodging.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Egrets wading in shallow water at Matagorda Bay Nature Park near Matagorda Beach, Texas

Places to Visit

Matagorda Beach Primitive Camping: Vehicle Passes, River Dunes & Solitude Guide

Matagorda Beach primitive camping guide: vehicle permit costs, 72-hour stay limits, 4WD sand driving tips, and LCRA Nature Park full-hookup amenities.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Telescope domes at McDonald Observatory on a dark West Texas ridge above the visitor center

Places to Visit

McDonald Observatory Star Party: Tickets, Schedule, Passes & Visitor Tips

Plan your McDonald Observatory Star Party visit. Complete guide to ticket booking, evening schedules, red-light rules, weather policies, and mountain lodging.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Padre Island National Seashore's open South Beach beside low dune grasses

Places to Visit

Padre Island National Seashore Primitive Camping: 60-Mile Down-Island Guide

Complete guide to primitive beach camping down South Beach at Padre Island National Seashore. Overlanding tips, 4WD rules, Big Shell, and Mansfield Cut.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

A camera on a tripod captures the Milky Way above the Rio Grande at Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend

Places to Visit

Astrophotography in Texas: Best Milky Way Spots, Camera Settings & Dark Sky Calendars

Master Texas astrophotography with our complete guide to Milky Way spots, camera settings, 500 Rule formulas, seasonal calendars, and dark sky park rules.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Autumn road through tall East Texas pines with scattered golden hardwood leaves

Places to Visit

Texas Pineywoods Scenic Drive: Fall Foliage Routes Through Angelina & Sabine National Forests

Drive the ultimate East Texas Pineywoods fall foliage route through Angelina and Sabine National Forests, El Camino Real, and Sam Rayburn Reservoir.

13 min readUpdated Oct 2026

County

15 Best Things to Do in Burleson County TX: 2026 Guide

Explore the best things to do in Burleson County TX, including Lake Somerville camping and fishing, Caldwell Czech heritage, Kolache Festival, and family parks.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

15 Best Things to Do in San Antonio for Couples, Families, and Kids

Explore the 15 best things to do in San Antonio. Plan your trip with current hours, tickets, River Walk boat tours, Alamo passes, and local dining tips.

14 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Austin

Austin City Limits ACL Music Festival: Dates, Lineup, Schedule, and Tickets

Plan your Austin City Limits ACL Music Festival trip with verified October dates, ticket tiers, Zilker Park shuttles, clear bag rules, and insider tips.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026