While this may sound like a big (perhaps even Texas-sized) claim, it’s not without reason. Take in all the gorgeous scenery as you bound over spring-fed creeks and conquer the muddy terrain, one of the best ways to experience the outdoors in East Texas. Longview is near two off-highway parks where you can let loose, Barnwell Mountain Recreational Area and Gator Run Offroad Park. If you’re after some high-octane action, you’ll definitely want to bring your ATV or dirt bike. Then hike, or mountain bike, the 9.6 miles of woodland trails at the Grace Creek Mountain Bike Trail, another urban oasis on the west side of town. Start at the Paul Boorman Trail in the heart of town, a nearly six-mile jaunt past towering trees where you can relax and breathe in the fresh air. No time in Longview is complete without getting outdoors, and there are plenty of ways to do it here. With its towering pine trees and rolling hills, it’s fair to say the Piney Woods does not lack for natural beauty. Wine not your thing? Wander in to the Oil Horse Brewing Company in downtown Longview, where bold and flavorful brews like an Irish red and a pale ale pour from the taps. You can try the fruits of both wineries’ labors at their respective tasting rooms and on-site restaurants. Meanwhile, Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards produces its own Italian and Spanish-style wines with grapes harvested in East Texas and the High Plains. Enoch’s Stop Vineyard, winner of more than 100 awards from international wine competitions, crafts everything from whites to dessert wines using grapes grown on site, including a dolcetto and a blanc du bois. Better yet, Longview sits within a short drive of several of these wineries, meaning you can create your own tasting adventure.
Home to several award-winning wineries that craft an array of reds and whites with French, Italian, and Spanish varietals, the region provides a truly global wine tasting experience. While other parts of the Lone Star State are widely known for their wines, East Texas is no less prolific. Feel the wind in your hair and take in a spectacular view of East Texas as you drift high above terra firma, a bucket list-worthy moment if there ever was one. If you can’t make it for the race but still want to experience hot air ballooning, book a flight with Balloon Adventures U.S.A.
Along with all the jaw-dropping sights, the event also includes live music on Friday and Saturday night a special play area for kids and arts, crafts, and food vendors. Watch the flights during the day and stick around for the Balloon Glow, when dozens of balloons illuminate the night sky. That’s exactly what you’ll get at the Great Texas Balloon Race (late July), a long-running event that attracts some of the top hot air balloon pilots on the planet. Imagine how you’ll feel when you see several dozen. See the World’s Best Competitive Hot Air Balloon Pilots in ActionĬatching a glimpse of colorful hot air balloon floating in the sky is already enough to grab your attention. Discover what Longview has to offer below and start planning your next road trip here. Whether you’re looking for some of the best barbecue and burgers in Texas, listening to the blues and country music East Texas is known for, or tasting award-winning wine, you’ll find it all in this town. Situated about two hours east of Dallas, Longview is a great place to go for many of the quintessential Piney Woods experiences.
Hike through beautiful pine forests, watch as colorful hot air balloons soar, and get a taste of the food, music, and culture that defines East Texas when you visit Longview.
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