Scenic Driving Texas

Pack up the car and enjoy 34 drives through some of the most spectacular scenery in Texas, where the culture, terrain, and climate are as diverse as the Lone Star State is big. Offering nearly 1,200 miles of riding pleasure, this indispensable highway companion maps out short trips for exploring the state's scenic byways and back roads. Discover a long and vibrant history, myriad outdoor recreational activities, and breathtaking scenery from the Deep South on the Louisiana border to the Old West in El Paso. See the granite dome of Enchanted Rock, cruise along Bluewater Highway on the Gulf Coast, or traverse the rugged mountains and desert country of Big Bend National Park.

Laurence Parent is a freelance photographer and writer specializing in landscape, travel, and nature subjects. He has written and/or photographed nearly 30 books.