(KNUE-FM) Like so many people in the great state of Texas, I love spending time outdoors. We live in a beautiful area, making it easy to enjoy the outdoors and feel the sunshine and enjoy the scenery around us. It can be difficult when we experience extreme temperatures here in the Lone Star State whether that is hot or cold. If you enjoy spending time outside, too, you’ll want to keep scrolling as we have a list of some great places for a day-trip picnic destination with locations all over East Texas.

Why East Texas Is Perfect for Picnics

As we all know everything is bigger in Texas so there are plenty of outdoor spots within a short driving distance, although if you’re looking for more of a road trip and picnic experience you have plenty of opportunity for that as well.

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Turn Your Picnic Into an Adventure

You could look at the list below and decide on one place for a picnic, but why not make it a fun picnic bucket list and visit each of these locations. I can promise you will never regret going on an adventure to enjoy lunch outside in a new location. You might find a new favorite place to visit in East Texas.

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Top Picnic Locations in East Texas

You could always go to your local park but if you want to venture out and picnic somewhere new, you should visit one of these tremendous locations. And if you have any other places that should be added to this list make sure you let me know by emailing me at billy.jenkins@townsquaremedia.com.

8 Gorgeous Locations for a Picnic in East Texas

If you want to have a picnic in East Texas here are 8 fantastic locations to make it happen.

Gallery Credit: Billy Jenkins

UPDATED: These are the 7 Most Dangerous Lakes in Texas

According to AZ Animals there are a few lakes you should probably take off your list to visit, or at the very least be visited with extreme caution. State records reveal that more than 300 people drown in Texas each year.

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