With August underway, summer is entering the homestretch. Time is running out to do all those wonderful summer vacation activities you had hoped for this year. However, although the kids have headed back to school, there is still time for at least a little last minute summer fun. These "close-to home" ideas will go a long way in helping get the most fun out of summer's final days.
1. Spend a Day at the Beach
Danno Wise
Texas is known for a lot of things. However, Texas' many excellent beaches are often overlooked. Don't miss your chance to grab a stretch of Texas sand while on vacation in the Lone Star State.
2. Get Wet at a Water Park
Danno Wise
With the Texas heat sweltering during the summer, visitors to the Lone Star State will undoubtedly be looking for ways to cool off. Luckily, Texas is home to some of the biggest and best water parks in the nation.
3. Take a Wild Ride at a Theme Park
Danno Wise
Texans pride themselves on making everything bigger than it has to be. That certainly is the case when it comes to theme parks. Texas is home to some of the biggest and best parks and rides in the country.
4. Attend a Festival
Danno Wise
August marks the end of summer and, of course, towns across the Lone Star State aren't about to let summer slip away without a few big festivals and events. From fishing tournaments to music festivals, Texas has an event for everyone in August.
5. Head to the Swimmin' Hole
Danno Wise
Long before modern water parks became popular, Texans had sought out many natural "water parks" to help beat the summer heat. Today, many visitors still prefer these natural "swimmin' holes" over concrete pools and water slides.
6. Spend a Day at the Lake
Danno Wise
With hundreds of lakes and reservoirs, Texas has plenty to offer water sport enthusiasts. Whether you prefer skiing, jet skiing, boating, swimming, diving or snorkeling, there is a perfect lake to spend time on the water while visiting Texas - which is a perfect way to beat the Texas heat.
7. Go Fishing at the Coast
Danno Wise
Saltwater fishing in Texas is as good as anywhere along the U.S. coastline. More and more anglers have been discovering this in recent years and packing their bags and rods to take advantage of the Lone Star State's world-class saltwater fishery.
8. Go Bass Fishing
Danno Wise
Black bass are the most popular freshwater gamefish in the nation. And, Texas is one of the top states when it comes to producing trophy largemouths. Although practically every lake in Texas has the capability of producing trophy bass, there are a few that are clearly above the rest.
