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Texas Travel for Tykes
Big Adventures for the Littlest Visitors to the Lone Star State
Another fun, affordable outdoor activity for the whole family has a simple recipe – a tent, a cooler and beautiful Texas scenery. Texas has plenty of parks, RV sites and cabins to set the stage for enjoying ghost stories and gooey marshmallows under a blanket of stars. Beginning and experienced campers alike can enjoy hiking, backpacking and rock climbing adventures everywhere from Palo Duro Canyon to the Piney Woods of East Texas.
Animal lovers are in for a treat, too – 600 species of birds have been spotted in Texas, more than any other state. Little travelers can have hours of fun adding new feathered friends to their checklists.
Those needing a little more than ghost stories to get the adrenaline pumping need look no further than Texas' three Six Flags theme parks, each with monster roller coasters and other exciting rides, stunt shows featuring DC Comics Super Heroes, musical productions and even fun rides for very young children. Texas is also home to SeaWorld San Antonio and some of the nation's best water parks, including the famous Schlitterbahn.
But not all water rides are for the thrill seekers. Families can spend lazy days floating along Texas' many lush rivers, including the Comal, San Marcos, Frio and Guadalupe. Some of the rivers, being spring fed, remain crystal clear and refreshing all year long.
"Whether your family seeks a heart-pounding adventure or a laid-back getaway, and whether your tastes run to the natural or manmade attractions, you can find what you're looking for here in Texas," says Chase.
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