There is more to Highbanks than the 100’ shale bluff towering over the Olentangy River. It’s one of the most beautiful metro park in Columbus. This outdoor space packs a lot of outdoor recreation into its small space.

WG Jones is a 1700-acre working urban forest with easy hiking trails in Conroe, Texas. You might see a Red-Cockaded Woodpecker.

Just 38 miles north of Houston in Tomball, Texas, is Kleb Woods Nature Preserve. A tranquil 133-acre preserve in Tomball, Texas. An excellent area for a beginning hiker to get accustomed to hiking primitive trails and reading a trail map. Or an ideal place for a picturesque recovery hike.

There is more to this Houston nature trail and walking park than the Bald Cypress trees. This outdoor space packs a lot of diverse habitats into its small space.

Living in a major metropolis like Houston, you think there aren't many nature hiking trails. Check out this 750-acre nature preserve located in Sugar Land, Texas.

Whether you crave hiking far into the mountains or traveling a flatter terrain, stay safe on the trails with the 10 hiking essentials.

Wondering where to go for a nature fix while trying to stay close to home? Instead of binging another Netflix series, here are 4 ideas to get you started on a pleasant day hiking and photographing your adventure..