Best Weekend Getaways from Dallas for Families

christadiserio said:  Take a weekend trip to Greer farm pick your own fruit and berry orchard (approximately 3 hours outside of DFW) and hand pick fresh fillers for your next pie! This family-owned farm offers blueberries, blackberries, plums and figs. Be sure to check out their beautiful cabin rentals on the farm.

U-Pick Blueberries and Blackberries: May-July

christadiserio said:  Oklahoma City is just a state away from Texas and is such a different sight! Your family will love taking part in several activities unique to Oklahoma City, such as taking on the highest adventure course of that type at the Sandridge Sky Trail and Boathouse District, checking out the fascinating art at the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, hopping on a water taxi that takes you along the Bricktown Canal, and so much more. This city is full of adventure! If you're looking for a place to stay, click here.

Stephanie W. said:  Your family will take in gorgeous views of redrock in the park known as the Grand Canyon of Texas. Biking, hiking and horseback riding trails wind through this beautiful park. The Palo Duro Trading Post, located at the bottom of the canyon, provides delicious food and souvenir shopping. Families will also love TEXAS, a family-friendly outdoor musical drama set in the 1800s that tells of settlers discovering the Texas Panhandle for the first time! This is a unique park visit your kids will love and remember forever!

christadiserio said:  If you're from Texas, I'm sure you've heard that Austinites like to "keep Austin weird." So, come do just that! As the capital of Texas, Austin boasts many family-friendly activities, such as taking a tour of the Capitol, kayaking on Lady Bid Lake, and taking on the Don Juan taco challenge at the famous Juan in a Million restaurant. There are tons of ongoing music festivals and family events, too.

christadiserio said:  Remember the Alamo? San Antonio is home to this very historical landmark that is a must-see. San Antonio is a beautiful city that offers a combination history and modern day fun for the kids. Explore the San Antonio Riverwalk scene, the Missions, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Sea World, Natural Bridge Caverns, San Antonio Zoo, and stop at Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery for some delicious Tex-Mex and vibrant Mexican decor. This city has so much to offer that you might not want to leave. But while you're there, here are some places to stay.

christadiserio said:  If you want a true Cajun experience without having to take the family all the way to New Orleans, then Lafayette is the place to go. From taking a swamp boat tour to visit the alligators to stopping by the Children's Museum of Acadiana, your family will have nothing short of a good time. An added bonus is all of the delicious Cajun restaurants, which is a cuisine you likely don't get to eat every day. If you happen to travel here during Mardi Gras season (usually between March & April), you'll experience some family-friendly parades, carnivals and affairs.

christadiserio said:  Who knew you could drive 5 hours outside of Dallas and end up in Fayetteville, Arkansas? This beautiful city is more than anything else a nature-loving family could ask for. Fayetteville sits in the Boston Mountain range of the Ozarks and has 50 miles of stunning trails for families to discover on their feet or bikes. If you want a slight change of scenery, drive down to the Buffalo National River, where the kids can splash around. And if your family is full of sports enthusiasts, then you might want to catch a sporting event at the University of Arkansas. Check out places to eat & sleep here!

christadiserio said:  If you want the quintessential fall experience, then you must take the family to Livesay Orchards. This pick-your-own farm, is a great location for families to enjoy some fall fun. Kids, in particular, will enjoy Livesay Orchard's fall traditions in October, such as taking a hayride through the peach and apple orchards. At the end of the hayride, kids will also be taken to a pumpkin patch, where they can also pick a pumpkin. Also, the children's play area has a hay maze, farm learning centers, pumpkin games, & more. Bring your camera!

Late August - early October

Stephanie W. said:  Schlitterbahn is an incredible waterpark and resort with locations all over Texas, making it easy to get to from any city! They've been bringing families joy for 40 years, and though each park is unique in its own way, you'll find lazy rivers, uphill water coasters, Boogie Bahn boogieboard wave pools, and Torrent Tidal Wave Rivers (with giant waves breaking at every turn!) at every location. These parks are worth a weekend away or longer!

Stephanie W. said:  Colorado Bend State Park is the perfect weekend getaway for the nature-loving family. With over 35 miles of hiking and biking trails, you can exercise while enjoying stunning scenery like Gorman Falls and of course, the Colorado River. Spicewood Springs is the perfect place to jump in the water and cool off after a long hike, and the park has some of the best bass fishing in Texas. You can even experience cave tours where an experienced guide will lead you on a spelunking adventure!