Search below for things to see and do in the Texas Plains Trail Region.
Brazos Trail Region
Shop Small, Discover Big Stories: Texas Treasure Businesses Worth a Heritage Traveler’s Detour
Heritage travel often begins at museums, historic sites, and cultural landmarks, but it doesn't end there. Across Texas, long-standing businesses…
Brazos Trail Region
Prost, Texas! Celebrating German Heritage Across the Lone Star State
Each October, German-American Heritage Month celebrates the generations of immigrants who brought their traditions, talents and dreams to communities across…
Plains Trail Region
Big Stories in Big Spring: A Weekend of History, Culture & West Texas Character
Set against the wide-open landscape of West Texas, Big Spring is a community with plenty of stories to tell. From…
Brazos Trail Region
Beat the Texas Heat with These Historic Summer Treats
Summer in Texas arrives with unrelenting heat, loosened routines, and the perfect excuse to slow down and make lasting memories…
Forest Trail Region
250 years. Thousands of Texas stories.
In 2026, communities across the nation are commemorating America 250, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of…
Plains Trail Region
Cruising into Route 66’s Centennial: Texas Stops You Won’t Want to Miss
Few roads capture the American imagination quite like Route 66. For 100 years, the Mother Road has inspired travelers to…
Plains Trail Region
Family-Friendly Fun Along the Texas Plains Trail: Discover Lubbock
From hands-on museums and history to prairie dogs and splash pads, Lubbock offers families the perfect mix of heritage, entertainment…
Plains Trail Region
Ride Through Time: Discover Ranching Heritage on the Texas Plains
Across the wide-open spaces of the Texas Plains Trail Region, ranching is more than history—it’s a way of life that…
Plains Trail Region
Where Luck Meets the Mother Road: A Route 66 Adventure
Celebrate luck, lore, and the legacy of the Mother Road on this one-day Route 66 adventure from Shamrock to Amarillo…
Brazos Trail Region
Exploring The Texas Freedom Colonies with Dr. Andrea Roberts
In celebration of Black History Month, we sat down with Dr. Andrea Roberts, founder of The Texas Freedom Colonies Project…
Brazos Trail Region
Our Top 5 Stories of 2025
We like to tell you stories about hidden gems as well as the "must see" places in Texas. And in…
Forest Trail Region
Our Top 5 Travel Trends for 2026 and the Texas Heritage Destinations to Experience Them
In 2026, travelers are looking for more than just places to go - they’re craving experiences that feel intentional, immersive…
Brazos Trail Region
12 Days of Texas Holiday Heritage: Where History Lights the Way
Texas takes on a special glow in December, with historic sites, courthouse squares, frontier forts, hotel lobbies, markets, and museums…
Brazos Trail Region
Plot Twist: Your Next Texas Road Trip Is a Literary One
If your “to-read” pile is as ambitious as your travel bucket list, Texas might just be your next chapter. This…
Brazos Trail Region
Seared in Flavor, Rooted in History: 10 Texas Steakhouses to Visit
In Texas, steak isn’t just dinner—it’s a timeless tradition seasoned with history. Across the Lone Star State, you'll find steakhouses…
Forts Trail Region
Legacy in Stone and Timber: Texas State Parks Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps
During the 1930s, as the Great Depression gripped America, a revolutionary program emerged that would forever change the landscape of…
Brazos Trail Region
Beyond the Battlefield: Seven Unexpected WWII Sites in Texas
You might not expect a world-class World War II museum in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, but Fredericksburg’s…
Brazos Trail Region
Juicy History: 10 Texas Burger Joints with a Story
Texas history is best served hot - and with a side of fries. Texas is a state rich in history…
Brazos Trail Region
Saddle Up! Bulls, Broncs, and Texas’ Oldest Rodeos
What is it about rodeos that has captured the spirit of Texas for generations? From the roar of the crowd…
Brazos Trail Region
Our Top 5 Stories of 2024
It's hard to surprise our audience of seasoned travelers, but our writers managed to uncover a few hidden gems that…
Brazos Trail Region
Texas Towns All Aglow: Holiday Lights That Spark Small-Town Magic
The holidays are a magical time of year for us all. We enjoy the many traditions, the celebrations, and the…
Forest Trail Region
Lone Star Holiday Road Trip Playlist
The holidays are here, and before we know it, we'll travel over the river and through the woods to visit…
Brazos Trail Region
Our Holiday Heritage Bucket List
Whether you're a newcomer to the state or a 5th-generation Native Texan, our Holiday Heritage Bucket List will have you…
Plains Trail Region
Echoes of Adobe Walls: Exploring the Forgotten Battles of the Texas Panhandle
When studying Texas history (especially Texas Panhandle history) the placename Adobe Walls may be encountered. Some people might recall a…
Plains Trail Region
Exploring Nature’s Marvels: A Journey Through the Texas Plains Trail State Parks
With its vast landscapes and distinct ecosystems, the Texas Plains Trail Region is a haven for nature enthusiasts and adventure…
Brazos Trail Region
The Past Is All Around You. We Can Show You Where.
You know that feeling you get when you visit a place and you suddenly understand ... Something. Happened. Here. We…
Forest Trail Region
6 Cozy Historic Homes to Explore this Winter in Texas
Nothing reflects the remarkable history of venerable Texas like exploring the physical destinations where day-to-day life once occurred for residents…
Brazos Trail Region
Travel the World Without Ever Leaving Texas
Everyone knows Texas is a big state. But when you can travel the world from your own backyard, Texas becomes…
Brazos Trail Region
Top Picnic Spots with Texas History
As Texans continue to seek creative ways to explore our state safely, the Texas Historical Commission is offering ideas for…
Plains Trail Region
Exploring the Quanah Parker Trail
Dozens of arrows, 22 feet tall, pierce the landscape of the Panhandle Plains. They commemorate Quanah Parker, last chief of…
Plains Trail Region
Historic Road Trip: Amarillo and Canyon
Clear skies, wide open spaces, and spectacular scenic vistas immediately jump to mind when you think of the Texas Panhandle…
Brazos Trail Region
Now Showing: Historic Theaters in Texas
In today's streaming era, all but lost is the romance of a night on the town, going to the opera…
