I live in Houston. I'd like to get anywhere where there is some decent elevation/scenery that is within, say 7-8 hrs drive of here. I've been to the Texas Hill country quite a bit (Lost Maples, Enchanted Rock, etc.), and farther west to Big Bend / Guadalupe Mtns but that's a bit far for a 3-4 day trip.
I've never been to Arkansas or Oklahoma but have heard good things about the Ouchita and Ozark Mountains. Thoughts? I'd like to do a little backpacking with my wife and 3 yr old daughter, and car camping. Also, I'd like to do some fly fishing with my new Tenkara USA rod. Do they have trout up there?
