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Westcave Preserve near Dripping Springs
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Westcave Preserve

Westcave Preserve is a natural Texas Hill Country treasure adjacent to the Pedernales River southwest of Austin. The 30-acre gem offers an array of natural science and interdisciplinary educational programs for adults and children. The site has national significance as an integral component of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife's desired Balcones Canyonland Preserve System, and it has been nationally recognized as one of the region's premier sites for viewing the endangered golden-cheeked warbler. Public tours 10 a.m., noon, 2 and 4 p.m. on weekends. Weekdays by appointment only. 24814 Hamilton Pool Road. 830/825-3442. www.westcave.org.

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24814 Hamilton Pool Road
Dripping Springs, Texas
Phone: 830/825-3442

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Public tours 10 a.m., noon, 2 and 4 p.m. on weekends. Weekdays by appointment only.

Featured Attraction

This springtime Renaissance festival features arts, crafts, foods and medieval-style fun—costumed royalty, wizards, jugglers, jesters and puppet shows. See full combat jousting, falconry exhibits, children's activities, rides, games and 10 stages of live entertainment in a rural setting. Open April–May 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat.–Sun. plus Memorial Day. Admission charge. On F.M. 66, 1.6 mi. west of I-35E. 972/938-3247. www.scarboroughrenfest.com.

City: Waxahachie
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.

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Galveston Island Beach
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River Walk
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Devil’s Backbone
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Region: Hill Country

Big Bend National Park
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Region: Big Bend Country

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