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UMLAUF Sculpture Garden and Trail of Trees

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UMLAUF Sculpture Garden Several paths take you through the garden to discover over 130 sculptures by Charles Umlauf, an internationally recognized sculptor. Sculptures range from detailed realism to lyrical abstractions. Family groups, animals, religious and mythological figures, and nudes are featured in the collection. The figures are crafted from wood, terra cotta, stone, bronze, and…

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Texas Scuba and Snorkeling

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Texas Scuba and Snorkeling! Texas is not well known for its crystal clear lake water, but that does not discourage the very large and active community of Texas scuba and snorkeling fans. The Lone Star State is known for it's diversity and the same is true for Texas diving – clear water can be found…

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Pedernales State Park

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Pedernales State Park Location - Pedernales Falls State Park may be reached by traveling 9 miles east of Johnson City on FM 2766, or by traveling west of Austin for 32 miles on U.S. 290, then north on FM 3232 for 6 miles. The 4,860acre park stretches along both banks of the Pedernales River for…

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Reviews and Ratings by Texas Outside

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Here is a list of Texas Outside's detailed rating and reviews of Texas RV parks and campgrounds, lakes, music festivals, golf courses, resorts, and more - each of which Texas Outside has visited and written a detailed review and rated based on several criteria. Each detailed review will have detailed information, links, and pictures. So…

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Glen Rose Weekend – The Retreat Golf Course, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, and Dinosaur Valley State Park

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After parking the motor home in our campsite at Tres Rio Campground, we headed out for dinner in Glen Rose at Julianys Italian Restaurant and were pleasantly surprised.  The entree was excellent, the bread was very good, and the salad was cold and fresh.  I had the Chicken Arabiata which is chicken sautéed with mushrooms,…

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Texas Rock Climbing and Climbing Walls

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Texas Rock Climbing and Climbing Walls This page is all about climbing rocks in Texas and includes information and links on climbing walls, climbing lessons, the best places to climb in Texas, and more. Have fun rock climbing in Texas. Best Locations for Rock Climbing in Texas Enchanted Rock Franklin Mountains Hueco Tanks Lake Mineral…

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Hill Country Zip Lines

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As part of a romantic getaway to La Cantera Resort & Spa in San Antonio, we zipped on over to Helotes Hill Country Ziplines and enjoyed a couple hours of soaring like a bird over some beautiful Texas hill country just minutes north of San Antonio. Helotes Hill Country Zipline is the creation of Ralph…

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