The Japanese Garden of Peace is located at the National Museum of the Pacific War and was gifted by…read moreJapan in 1976. It's an extremely zen and tranquil space that brought us such harmony on our visit. It's as though you're able to breathe and relax without a care in the world whilst walking this lovely oasis. Everything is meticulous from the koi pond to the raked gravel. The grounds seem to have brought us so much peace and balance as we took it all in. If visiting Fredericksburg, it's a must-see. Bonus: No admission. Free to enter.

This elegant and well crafted garden area hides behind a high stone wall. Access to this garden is…read moreon Washington Street, however, keep in mind it closes at 5 PM. It is beautifully sculpted and even has a tea room on display. This garden is tied in to the National Museum of the Pacific War. There is no entry fee to the garden.

awesome! you can definitely tell these elephant ladies are well taken care of!…read more workers are very knowledgeable and their space is amazing.

What an education and experience, these incredible animals are simply amazing, I had 2 visits. Yes…read morethey are trained however they are spoiled and treated like royalty, their homes are cleaner than most humans homes, they get pedicures and full body washes and brush scrubs. They eat better than my own children. It's so obvious how much they are loved and cared for, I usually don't like to see wild animals locked up however, the wild or even a zoo would not give these elephants the glamour life they are living.I wish I was taken as cared of. I am still amazed how sensitive and tender they are. Truly an amazing adventure and educational experience, I wish everyone could have the opportunity that I did.

It was a really nice treat to do this short hike on a really cold morning. At the top of the hill…read moreare impressive views of Fredericksburg...great little city. Nice, clean restrooms and adjacent garden with signs of the local plants flora. Cool.

nice little park. Felt spiritual atop the small hill top where the cross is. Looks to be painted…read morerecently. Short semi steep gravel hill that winded up. Great views. My family enjoyed it. Wow so close to town. Lovely time spent. Reflecting and praying.

We had come to this park once before because we had gone to the museum up the way but we came again…read moreto explore more of it. Walking down to the water was much easier from the other side. There are tons of little stacks of rocks, art and other things. It's very calm and peaceful. If we had more time we would have gone up the way but we wanted to see more of the area this time. Parking was easy and next to lots of other businesses. The only downside was the gross bathroom. I wish they'd take more time to make sure they're clean. Otherwise I'll be back again to see more.

Perfect mix of wooooow, yaaaaay, and weeeeee. BOY am I glad we stopped here. We were headed…read moresomewhere else entirely and I told the kids, "Change of plans - let's check this place out!" I'll bet we ended up staying for at least two hours. The funky and eclectic outdoor art was an unexpected surprise for sure, and it was cool! Love it when cities and towns allow and promote stuff like this. The rocks and water were our main highlight, as we explored and rock-hopped all over the place. Had it been warmer, we would have taken off shoes and waded across to the strip of land in the middle of the river. But the water was freezing and we didn't. :) I've driven by the area when it's warmer / hotter out and it's clearly a popular area for kids of all ages, including teens. The dam and old metal truss bridge add a lot of character to the area. Just a really cool spot overall. There are also a couple of picnic tables and public restrooms (not just port-a-potties) that weren't as filthy as expected. Much to my amazement and satisfaction, I could take my little girl to the men's room and sit her on the toilet without... well, without bailing out completely and finding another toilet! (hahahaha) We'll definitely seek this spot out again.

Absolutely gorgeous place to hike. Whether you are walking the loop (which we do if our dog is with…read moreus) or the summit, it's just amazing. Texas parks really have so much to offer. Constantly surrounded by the beauty of nature in this park. The rocks and landscape are inviting and welcoming. Reservations are encouraged especially during the height of tourist season.

Enchanted Rock is a lovely spot to visit, but it is popular and draws large crowds. Make sure to…read morecheck dates and make reservations! There's a nice long loop around the base of the rock top hike and there's the summit hike. The summit hike is the one that draws the crowds. On this occasion we opted to do the loop. The weather was pleasant, but got warm fast. There's not much shade, so prepare accordingly- sunscreen, hats, water. The trail is peaceful and quaint. We didn't see very many hikers or wildlife. The hike is relatively easy, until it isn't. At one point, I really thought we must have turned off the trail. We were down to single file, rocky terrain. I didn't remember this part of the trail so I'm memorializing my trauma now. Luckily, I was with a supportive and helpful partner who lead the way and helped me when I needed. Once we got passed that stretch of terror, we were home free! And then we had to traverse the parking lot clear to the other side. Come to find out, there's two ways to start the loop. Pro tip, park somewhere in the middle to trick yourself into feeling like the end doesn't last forever. Sign me up to go back on the winter!

If you love history and bats this is the place to go. Mexican bats spend their summers here and…read morethen ho down south for the winter. I know sounds strange when you are in the south ( the south the northern snowbirds come spend their winters at). The tunnel is an old railroad tunnel and it now is under the road. Great bars talks are given spring- fall.

Such an interesting, fun activity for anyone who appreciates the outdoors. Was the first bat…read moreemergence I'd been to, and it was fascinating. I'm definitely going to try to go back. The park ranger was knowledgeable and interesting. Seating is outside, on log seats. Dress accordingly. Be sure to get there early, because tickets and seating is limited. You also want to have time to explore before the emergence begins. FYI as much as this is a good family event - you also have to be quiet (no talking) and sit still during the emergence, because noise or lights can scare the bats and cause problems...families with small kids need to keep this in mind, and if you don't think your child is able to keep quiet and relatively still for 30-45 min, this might not be the activity for you.

We came here in the early hours of the morning. Hiked a ways up the creek bed and saw tons of…read morewildlife. It was a nice hike... We heard it before we saw it. A rushing water sound made by the many waterfalls into the narrow canyon. I've traveled so many places, but I was awestruck at the beauty of this place. It looks exotic and out of place in Texas. Still, it was wonderful. It should be open to the public and protected at the same time. To get to it, walk the length of the Blanco River from either the north or the south. Really truly do not pass over private property. They will catch you and at the very least you will get a really expensive fine and Class C misdemeanor. They don't mess around. No one owns the river as the Blanco is known as a perennial River and these types of rivers cannot be privately owned. So, take the river from public property and walk up or down it to reach the Narrows. Don't litter as the place is pristine and really don't jump from the cliffs. We tried to be as respectable to the place as possible and left it how we found it. Please do the same when you find it.

This is the most serene , intimate, natural slice of Texas I have ever seen. The natural swimming…read moreholes are what I envisioned the fountain of youth to be like when I heard that term. I have been twice and want to go a few more times in this life while I still can. The water is perfect and clean, the canyon walls are pristine, and the area is quiet. I went to find it on the advice of a beautiful woman and it was worth the cost of doing so. It is extremely hard to get to if you don't have access from the surrounding property owners, and a sheriff will find you on your way out. I actually favor this situation by it has preserved the narrows, even though 99.9999% of people will never see or even know this spot. Life is not fair. I got an expensive misdemeanor after the second time. But I also took the beautiful woman with me the second time, and money can't buy happiness.

Love the space! Visiting from Austin and signed up online easily. Was able to Venmo my donation…read morebased classes easily. The somatic yoga this morning was a beautiful embodiment class at 7am. Very nice! Wonderful teacher. Lovely students. Great way to start the morning. Did a second class tonight at 6pm with Shelby that was kind of mind-blowing. It was YinVin, and I was in such a peaceful state of healing and ready to receive after an amazing retreat type day in Fredricksburg. Shelby was able to take me to my edges and assist me in lots of openers for my chest, heart, hips etc. She was able to help guide my body in some deep stretches which was such a bonus. She knew what my body needed more than I did, and even read the perfect passages at the end of class. Thank you Shelby! I'll def come back!

What a lovely little oasis for the yoga community in Fredericksburg! Shelby is a very gifted…read moreteacher, holding space for entry-level students and advanced practitioners alike. The space is warm, inviting, and perfectly suited for practice on, and off the mat - which is highly recommended, because you'll want to stay late for coffee and chat with the locals!

This is a wonderful place to bring our dogs for a long walk. Very wide, paved paths. Some trees to…read moreprovide shade. A river runs through it (well, it's a stream anyway), and there are dozens of deer just yards away. A great way to get outdoors and enjoy nature, while getting exercise with our Labradors. If you're in the area, give this park a visit.

We have been searching for a fun, multi-purpose park to spend the day outdoors. Louise Hays Park…read morehas everything from miles of bike / walking paths and many amenities for all ages. We had a great time walking next to the Guadalupe River which loops around for miles. Shady areas under the canopy of the trees and lots of picnic areas inside the park. Fishing seems very popular at the park, and you can see the trout swimming around. We walked for 8 miles on Easter Sunday, and the walking paths never seemed crowded. We shared the paths with other walkers, joggers ,runners, and bikes on the path too.

I was with Jeffo in FlyMexico and had a grand time!…read more Jeffo is extremely experienced, knowledgeable and professional. I appreciate safety is his number one emphasis! I had so much fun with Jeffo and his team. I really look forward to flying with Jeffo again someday!

We are beginners to the sport of hang gliding and took the day long intro course (at Luling)…read more.. totally loved it!!! There were people who drove 7 hrs to get the lessons ... and we now know what drives them here to learn HG with Jeff You see very few people who are really passionate about somethings and Jeff(the instructor) is a top contender here... his stories and instructions and energy is integral part of making the course fun and effective.... Hope you too have fun like we did!!