Scenic Drives in Waco Texas
Downtown Waco Texas on a Quiet Fall Morning
Every morning and evening, we are reminded of all the beauty that Central Texas has to offer. Texas is known for it’s big skies and diversity in geography. You get a little bit of everything in the what folks around here call the “Heart of Texas”. Here are the top scenic drives to take when visiting Waco or just when you need to be reminded that we’re all a part of something bigger.
Cameron Park Drive | Waco
Just a short drive from downtown, Cameron Park offers residents and visitors a unique experience of nature unrivaled in Central Texas. The nearly 400 acres offers rugged terrain, scenic bluffs, hiking and biking trails, and natural wooded areas give you a sense of driving into the smoky mountains. Take the winding road and put on your favorite folk artist as you drive through random groves of bamboo, catching glimpses of towering cliffs shadowing the Brazos River. It truly is a pleasant surprise for newcomers.
Rosenthal Pkwy to Robinson
As you come up north from the hustle and bustle of Austin, take the exit towards Rosenthal Pkwy in Lorena for the opportunity to rest your eyes and see for miles as you crest the hills rolling down towards Robinson. Rosenthal Pkwy has a serendipitous appeal for travelers because of the unique pockets of gorgeous luxury residential neighborhoods scattered across the hills alongside some of the pretties estates and farm houses you will see in McLennan county. The miles long views are incredible and remind you why you need to exit the highway and explore the heart of Texas.
China Spring Hwy to Valley Mills
You will need to be patient for this drive and understand that you’re going from small town Texas to even smaller. The reward is the justting rock formations and rolling hills as you head towards the outer rim of Edwards Plateau. This is where central Texas starts to transition into the geography of fabled West Texas.
This route takes you from Waco all the way out to the incredibly cute town of Valley Mills where you can visit the award-winning vineyard, Valley Mills Vineyards sitting on a hill on the outskirts of downtown. Sip some wine and eat some incredible food before winding your way back through sprawling the hills and trees on the way to Waco.
Spring Valley Rd to Moody
This drive says it in it’s name. Moody. Put on your best Texas country mixtape and roll the windows down for a sunset drive out to Moody, TX and back. One of the best feelings is watching the sunrays crest the hill, disappear through a patch of trees and then light up your windshield with the orange glows that bring on deep thoughts and nostalgia of favorite road trips in the Lone Star State.
