Exploring the Vastness of Texas
Welcome to the Great Lone Star state, the second largest in the United States, three times larger than the United Kingdom. Texas is a land of vastness, ready to be explored, with adventures and discoveries waiting for you. From the sprawling peaks and valleys of Hill Country in the East, to Big Bend National Park and the Rio Grande Valley on the Mexico border, Texas is calling out to all adventurers.
RV Travel in Central Texas
With the largest highway system in the country, Texas is easily explorable by RV. Don’t overlook the Central Texas region, which has a lot to offer to RV travelers. Below are our favorite Central Texas cities and sites for your next RV trip through the Brazos Valley and beyond!
Take Flight in Houston
Kick off your journey through Central Texas with a trip to Houston! A sprawling multicultural city, Houston has something for everyone. Take a pit stop at NASA’s impressive Johnson Space Center, or check out the quirky Art Car Museum. While you’re there, stop at one of the city’s famous BBQ joints. If you’re taking the town by RV, click here for recommendations on RV parks in the Houston area.
Experience Aggieland in Bryan/College Station
Home to one of the largest public universities in the country and the Fighting Texas Aggies, Bryan/College Station has a school spirit unlike any you’ve experienced before. Football season or not, a trip through town will have you saying “Howdy!” and seeing maroon and white everywhere you go. But there is much more to the Brazos Valley than Aggieland; learn more here, and consider staying with us at Hardy’s Resort if you add BCS to your Central Texas trip itinerary!
Get Weird in Austin
Texas’ capital city is full of culture, cuisine, and natural scenery. Enjoy the outdoors in Zilker Park, go for a dip in the natural Barton Springs pool, or take a stroll down Sixth street for a drink or some live music. As the “Live Music Capital of the World,” Austin has no shortage of live shows, with more live music venues per capita than any other city in the nation. For more tips on visiting Austin, click here, and check out some of the best RV parks in the area here.
Sip on Texas’ Finest Wines in Fredericksburg
A tiny town in the middle of Hill Country known for its wine and wide open spaces, Fredericksburg, Texas is, in one word: special. Founded in the 1800s by German Immigrants, Fredericksburg maintains its strong ties to German culture, with Oktoberfest and Weihnachtszeit celebrations each year. The Central Texas city is also known for its wine, with more than 50 wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms in the area. Click here for more information on what to do in Fredericksburg, and here for RV parks in the area.
Central Texas offers something for everyone, making it a trip well worth the drive. With an abundance of unique places to see and endless things to do, you’ll never run out of activities. For more insight on where to go in Central Texas, click here.
If you’re traveling to or through the Bryan/College Station area, we invite you to stay with us at Hardy’s Resort. Our deluxe RV park is set in a resort-style setting, offering incredible amenities catered to everyone. Enjoy our pool, pickleball and basketball courts, shuffleboard, game room, fitness center, a 150-inch theater screen, and so much more! We’re located in the heart of Bryan, Texas, just minutes away from Aggieland and all it has to offer. Learn more about camping with us today by visiting our website at https://hardysresort.com/!