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Discover LGBTQ-welcoming hotels in top destinations, plus tips and inspiration on where to go

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Drink

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

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“I CAME in Sue Ellen’s” glows in pink neon lights affixed to a wall of faux shrubbery.

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San Francisco

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Events

There’s nothing quite as uplifting and festive as SF Pride, and this year’s celebrations promise to be as raucous, colorful, and full of love as ever.

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Phoenix

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Thanks to the hard work of members of the Phoenix LGBTQ+ community and its allies—queer culture in the Phoenix area is thriving.

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New York

NYC queers aren’t limited to only a few options when planning a night out—in fact, the trick is narrowing down which places to visit.

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New Orleans

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Every year, tourists swarming the Crescent City for Mardi Gras know to expect a raucous party, over-the-top costumes, and a whooole bunch of beads.

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Los Angeles

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When the non-profit Christopher Street West put on the world’s first-ever permitted parade advocating for gay rights in June of 1970, it was just a year after the police raid of Greenwich Village gay bar the Stonewall Inn, which led to days of escalating violence, protests, riots, and the beginnings of a widespread and interconnected gay liberation movement.

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Lifestyle

Following the example of other nightlife venues and events, LA’s LGBTQ bars are slowly returning to life and welcoming patrons of all identities, orientations, and proclivities on their dance floors.

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Austin

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Pride in Austin may not be until August, technically, but it’s always a good time to show up for the LGBTQ+ community.

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Nation

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Travel

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Las Vegas

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United States

Tyler State Park

From Lost Maples to Garner State Park and Guadalupe Mountains National Park, we narrowed down some amazing leaf-peeping options for weekend getaways this fall in Texas.

Tyler State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife


When you think of<a href="https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/fall-foliage-map-2022" rel=" noopener" target="_blank"> fall foliage</a>, a few locations probably spring to mind, including <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/lifestyle/boston/new-england-fall-foliage" rel=" noopener" target="_blank">New England</a>, the <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/travel/new-york/fall-foliage-near-nyc" rel=" noopener" target="_blank">Catskills</a>, the Ozarks and the Pacific Northwest. If your travels take you to such destinations, enjoy the colors. But don’t sleep on <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/lifestyle/houston/most-beautiful-places-to-visit-in-texas">Texas</a>. The extra-large state varies in <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/travel/houston/beautiful-places-in-south-texas">topography</a>, elevation and ecology, so there are plenty of gorgeous spots for gawking at changing leaves within its borders. 
 
These are eight of the best places to see fall foliage in Texas. The best views usually occur from mid-October through mid-November, depending on the location and weather, so plan accordingly.

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These are eight of the best places to see fall foliage in Texas. The best views usually occur from mid-October through mid-November, depending on the location and weather, so plan accordingly.

When you think of<a href="https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/fall-foliage-map-2022" rel=" noopener" target="_blank"> fall foliage</a>, a few locations probably spring to mind, including <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/lifestyle/boston/new-england-fall-foliage" rel=" noopener" target="_blank">New England</a>, the <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/travel/new-york/fall-foliage-near-nyc" rel=" noopener" target="_blank">Catskills</a>, the Ozarks and the Pacific Northwest. If your travels take you to such destinations, enjoy the colors. But don’t sleep on <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/lifestyle/houston/most-beautiful-places-to-visit-in-texas">Texas</a>. The extra-large state varies in <a href="https://www.thrillist.com/travel/houston/beautiful-places-in-south-texas">topography</a>, elevation and ecology, so there are plenty of gorgeous spots for gawking at changing leaves within its borders.These are eight of the best places to see fall foliage in Texas. The best views usually occur from mid-October through mid-November, depending on the location and weather, so plan accordingly.

Head two hours northwest of San Antonio, and you’ll enter the Lost Maples State Natural Area, with plenty of hikes, campsites, wildlife, and stargazing opportunities. In summer, Lost Maples is renowned for its wildflowers, but in fall, visitors flock to see the lush fall foliage. Bigtooth maples turn red and orange, providing a gorgeous backdrop for nature walks—there are 10 miles of trails, including a loop that ends in a prime vantage point above the park on a 2,200-foot cliff. When to go: Halloween into the first few weeks of November

Lost Maples State Natural Area - Texas Parks and Wildlife


Lost Maples State Natural Area

This Hill Country park is a year-round favorite. Visitors float down the Frio River during summer months and explore the 16 miles of trails during spring and fall. Autumn brings the added benefit of colorful forests, as the cypress, oak, mesquite, and persimmon trees change from their usual greens to bright yellow, red, and orange. When to go: Late November to early December

Garner State Park


This national park sits on the border of West Texas and Southern New Mexico, drawing visitors from both states, who gather for the area’s unique mix of mountains, canyons, and deserts. At night, the park is one of the best stargazing spots around, while during the day, you can take in the color-changing maples and other deciduous trees. For a good time, hike the McKittrick Canyon for views of beautiful landscapes and fall foliage. When to go: The last two weekends of October into early November

Guadalupe Mountains National Park


The Texas Panhandle boasts the second largest canyon in the country. Located a short drive south of Amarillo, Palo Duro Canyon State Park features more than 30 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, so there’s always something to explore. There are also lots of campsites, and even a few luxury tents, so you can easily spend a few days in the park. Time your trip with the changing leaves, and you’ll see the local cottonwood trees turn bright yellow against the blue skies and red rocks. When to go: Mid- to late October

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Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Tyler State Park is a popular destination for hiking and fishing, with 13 miles of trails and a 64-acre spring-fed lake situated within the Piney Woods region. During the fall, those trees—many stretching 100 feet tall—turn shades of yellow, orange, and red, providing a full color palette for all your leaf-peeping activities. When to go: October - November

Located about 10 miles south of Downtown Austin, McKinney Falls State Park offers travelers a relaxing respite for day-hikes, mountain biking, or weekend camping trips. Nine miles of trails wind through cypress trees and red oaks, and secluded waterfalls and pools run down from Onion Creek. It’s easy to spend a few hours or a couple days killing time in this park, especially during fall when the temperatures are cooler and trees brighten the sky with their changing colors. When to go: Late October through early November

McKinney Falls State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife


McKinney Falls State Park

Another Piney Woods gem, Daingerfield State Park covers 507 acres of the scenic region situated in Northeast Texas. You can hike, bike, and bird-watch, or paddle your way across the 80-acre lake. The Rustling Leaves Trail is an easy trek around that lake, or for even better views, take the Mountain View Trail up to the highest point in the park. Once fall hits, the oak, maple, sweetgum, and sassafras trees oblige visitors with rich red, orange, and yellow hues, which provide a stunning contrast to the evergreen pines. When to go: October to mid-November

Daingerfield State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife


Daingerfield State Park

Enchanted Rock gets its name from the massive mound of pink granite that dates back more than a billion years. Go ahead and climb your way to the top, or take off one one of the nearby trails, which cover 11 total miles. But as you stroll, keep your eyes peeled for the kaleidoscope of colors painted into the area’s oak trees. When to go: November

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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

Kevin Gray is a freelance writer and editor covering all things food, drinks, and travel. He’s written for&nbsp;The Dallas Morning News,&nbsp;Forbes,&nbsp;Liquor.com,&nbsp;Men’s Health, and&nbsp;Wine Enthusiast, and his extensive home bar is turning into a real&nbsp;Hoarders&nbsp;situation.

Fall Foliage

From road trips to local guides, here's everything you need to enjoy the great autumn outdoors and see the most beautiful fall foliage in your part of the country (plus the best times to see it).

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When you think of fall foliage, a few locations probably spring to mind, including New England, the Catskills, the Ozarks and the Pacific Northwest.

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