Backroads is the digital front door to the Texas Hill Country.
Whether you're planning your first visit or you've been coming back for
years, Backroads helps you discover where to stay, what to do, and how to
experience the Hill Country like a local - all in one easy, free app.
Designed for travelers who value authentic places, scenic stays, and real
local insight, Backroads replaces endless web searches with one trusted
starting point.
Discover the Hill Country, Your Way
In-Depth Town Guides
-- Explore 40+ Hill Country towns with curated recommendations for
restaurants, shops, attractions, parks, and landmarks. From small hidden
towns to popular destinations, everything is organized and easy to navigate.
Ask a Local, Powered by HillCountry.ai
-- Have a question the guidebook can't answer? Each town in our network has
its own AI local guide at HillCountry.ai - ask about river conditions, where
to eat tonight, what's happening this weekend, or where to stay, and get a
real answer like you'd get from a neighbor who knows the area.
Local Businesses & Attractions
-- Connect with over 3,000 local businesses across the region. Each listing
includes maps, photos, contact details, websites, and helpful local context
- no guessing, no digging.
Explore Vacation Rentals
-- Browse 100+ hand-selected cabins, ranch stays, riverfront homes, and
scenic retreats. Each listing includes detailed photos, amenities, location
insights, and direct booking options - plus occasional app-only offers.
Events, Festivals & What's Happening
-- Stay up to date with hundreds of concerts, festivals, markets, car shows,
and seasonal events. Search by town or date and plan your trip around what's
happening now.
Pet-Friendly & Family-Friendly Filters
-- Traveling with kids or pets? Quickly find places to stay, eat, and
explore that welcome the whole crew.
Built for Hill Country Travel
- Offline access for areas with limited cell service
- Fast, simple navigation designed for rural roads and small towns
- No account required - download and explore instantly
- Privacy-first: no personal data required to use the app
More Than an App - A Regional Travel Platform
-- Backroads brings travelers and local communities together by highlighting
the places that make the Texas Hill Country special - supporting local
businesses while helping visitors have better, more meaningful trips.
Download for free and start your Hill Country journey today.
Part of the growing HillCountry.ai network, connecting travelers with local
guides for destinations including Bandera.ai, Fredericksburg.ai, Concan.ai,
Wimberley.ai and more.
Network: https://www.hillcountry.ai
Website: https://www.hillcountry.app
Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hillcountrytravelapp
Reservations: https://www.bkrds.com
