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.

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Historic adobe mansion and tropical grounds at Quinta Mazatlan in McAllen Texas

Places to Visit

Best Things to Do in McAllen TX: Quinta Mazatlan, Food, Shopping and Day Trips

Plan your trip with the best things to do in McAllen TX. Explore Quinta Mazatlan, IMAS, McAllen Nature Center, Mercado District dining, and top day trips.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Panoramic view of downtown Alpine Texas and surrounding Trans-Pecos mountain peaks from Sul Ross University

Places to Visit

Alpine Texas Visitor Guide: Big Bend Gateway, Murals & Food

Alpine Texas Visitor Guide, Texas as your Big Bend gateway with practical tips for downtown murals, the Museum of the Big Bend, restaurants, live music, and a two-day itinerary.

10 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Layered red and orange sandstone canyon cliffs and juniper trees across Palo Duro Canyon near Canyon Texas

Places to Visit

Best Things to Do in Canyon TX: Palo Duro, Museums and Panhandle Day Trips

Explore the best things to do in Canyon TX, from Palo Duro Canyon hikes and TEXAS Outdoor Musical to historic Canyon Square and scenic Panhandle day trips.

12 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Historic downtown Highland Avenue leading to the Presidio County Courthouse in Marfa Texas

Places to Visit

Marfa Weekend Itinerary: Art, Food, Hotels and Desert Day Trips

Plan your perfect Marfa weekend itinerary. Discover 2026 tour booking rules for Chinati, Judd Foundation, Marfa Lights, Prada Marfa, and local hotels.

13 min readUpdated Sep 2026

El Capitan limestone peak rising above the desert floor in Guadalupe Mountains National Park

Places to Visit

Guadalupe Mountains National Park TX: Hiking, Camping, Fees and Best Time to Visit

Plan your Guadalupe Mountains National Park trip with hiking trails, camping fees, Guadalupe Peak route advice, and weather tips. Start exploring today!

9 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Historic Route 66 neon sign and vintage buildings in a Texas Panhandle town

Places to Visit

Best Small Towns on Route 66 in Texas: Shamrock, McLean, Vega and Adrian

Explore the best small towns on Route 66 in Texas. Plan stops in Shamrock, McLean, Vega, and Adrian with museum hours, midpoint photos, and driving tips.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Historic Route 66 Sixth Street district storefronts featuring colorful murals and mid-century neon signs in Amarillo

Places to Visit

Route 66 Amarillo Guide: Cadillac Ranch, Sixth Street, and Diners (2026)

Explore Route 66 in Amarillo with Cadillac Ranch spray paint tips, Sixth Street Historic District walking stops, Big Texan steaks, and vintage neon.

10 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Vintage neon signs and historic storefronts along Route 66 in Amarillo Texas

Places to Visit

Route 66 Texas Road Trip: Amarillo, Shamrock, McLean, Vega and Glenrio

Plan your Route 66 Texas road trip. Explore 178 miles of Panhandle history from the U-Drop Inn in Shamrock to Cadillac Ranch and the Glenrio ghost town.

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

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

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

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

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

San Antonio

Tobin Center San Antonio: Parking, Plaza and Visitor Tips

Plan your Tobin Center San Antonio visit with 227 4th Street parking garage rates, River Walk plaza cinema, box office hours, and bag policy rules.

12 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

King William Historic District San Antonio: Walking Tour, Homes & Visitor Tips

Plan your King William Historic District visit in San Antonio with self-guided walking routes, Villa Finale hours, Guenther House dining tips, and parking.

14 min readUpdated Sep 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

San Antonio

Historic Market Square San Antonio: Hours, Food, Shops and Tips

Plan Historic Market Square San Antonio TX with current hours, parking, shops, food, events, Centro de Artes, and first-visit tips.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

San Antonio Museum of Art: Hours, Tickets & Parking Tips

Plan your San Antonio Museum of Art visit. Explore SAMA hours, Bexar County free admission windows, Metropolis parking, River Walk access, and exhibits.

8 min readUpdated Oct 2026

San Antonio

San Antonio Zoo: Hours, Tickets, Parking & Best Things to See

Plan your San Antonio Zoo visit with current hours, ticket basics, free parking, food rules, animal areas, experiences, and family-friendly tips.

11 min readUpdated Sep 2026

San Antonio

Tower of the Americas San Antonio TX: Hours, Tickets & Parking

Plan your Tower of the Americas visit with current hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and sunset timing before you go in downtown San Antonio.

10 min readUpdated Sep 2026

Natural limestone swimming pool and fern-draped waterfall at Krause Springs in Spicewood

Texas Hill Country

Krause Springs TX: Hours, Camping, Swimming, and Visitor Tips

Plan your Krause Springs TX visit with current hours, swimming and camping details, pet rules, nearby stops, and what to verify before you go.

14 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Natural limestone grotto and 50-foot waterfall cascading into Hamilton Pool near Dripping Springs Texas

Texas State

Hamilton Pool Waterfall TX: Reservations, Swimming Status & Guide

Hamilton Pool Waterfall TX is beautiful, but swimming is not guaranteed. See current fees, reservation rules, trail notes, and what to check before you go.

10 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

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