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Cooking & Hiking Vacations

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Do you love cooking AND hiking? If so, here’s a great assortment of vacation options that combine these two passions.

Responsible Travel

One of my absolute favorite travel companies! They are an excellent choice if you want to avoid mass tourism, are looking for authentic experiences in unique places, or seeking low-cost options. Their cooking vacations range from 7-22 day trips with costs anywhere from $450-$4800 per person & countries in Europe, South America & Asia.
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Texas Hikes near Southwest Louisiana

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If you read my last post about hiking Inks Lake & Colorado Bend State Parks in Texas, then you’ll understand why it’s good to venture out of Louisiana to do some hiking. State parks are a great option for day hikers, ensuring well-maintained trails, bathroom facilities, & more. Oh, & they’re your best option if you’re trying to avoid hunters.

The following Texas State Parks are in order of closest vicinity to Lake Charles, Louisiana:

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Texas Hiking Weekend Getaway

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Found a GREAT spot to hike on the weekends, just 5.5 hours from Lake Charles!  Yes, I know that’s a long drive for just a weekend hike, but it’s really worth it…I promise.

Drive west towards Houston, head northwest towards Austin, keep going north past Round Rock & Georgetown & cattle fields…& when you reach Lampasas TX you’re at the perfect place to stay for this trip.  Because Lampasas happens to be a middle point between two AWESOME state parks: Inks Lake & Colorado Bend.
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