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At McKinney Falls, visitors can swim, fish, picnic, hike, bike, and camp overnight. Image: Matthew Holdridge/shutterstock.com Texas may be better known for vast deserts, the Pineywoods, and sprawling cities, but the state also offers a wealth of water-fueled attractions to explore. From hidden gems to popular tourist destinations, peaceful oases to adrenaline-fueled adventures, these waterfalls offer a chance to experience the natural beauty of our scenically diverse state.

Add Round Top to your Texas travel bucket list. Image: Duc Hoang Round Top has earned a reputation for its small-town charm and its big antique scene. Three times a year, the town of fewer than 100 residents swells as more than 100,000 visitors descend on what’s billed as the largest antique show in the country. But this Hill Country gem offers much more than treasure hunting. When the tents come down and the dealers head home, Round Top proves to be a worthy destination any time of year.

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