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in San Antonio & South Texas Plains

Paddle the Rio Grande in Laredo

See Laredo (and Mexico) from the Rio Grande, which is full of lush vegetation and rare birds like King Fishers and Green Jays. It’s a peaceful way to spend the afternoon.

Chet paddling the Rio Grande

Chet at the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch

Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch

You don’t have to leave the state to go on an African safari – you’ll find tons of exotic animals right outside your car at this wildlife ranch outside San Antonio. Just watch out for those emus – they’re crazy!

San Antonio Missions Historical Park in San Antonio

B-cycle through San Antonio Missions Historical Park for an awesome mix of significant Texas history and beautiful nature. The trail winds through 4 important San Antonio missions.

Chet at San Antonio Missions Historical Park

Chet at the Olympic Outdoor Center

Olympic Outdoor Center in San Marcos

Everyone goes tubing in San Marcos (and so should you, cause it’s awesome) but for a little something different, head to this outdoor center where former Olympians will teach you how to whitewater kayak like a champ!