Katie Lawrence

Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015. Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).

Vacation Rentals

Sleep In A Quaint Barn As Seen On ‘Fixer Upper’ When You Book A Stay In This Small-Town Airbnb In Texas

by Katie Lawrence

on Aug 10

National & State Parks

The Magnificent Natural Wonder In Texas That’s Located Only .25 Miles From The Parking Lot

by Katie Lawrence

on Aug 8

State Pride

We Bet You Didn’t Know That Arizona Was Home To The Only Metric Highway In The U.S.

I-19 in Arizona is the only highway in the U.S. with distance signs measured in meters, a remnant of the 1980s push towards the metric system.

by Katie Lawrence

on Aug 8

Nature

A Bit Of An Unexpected Natural Wonder, Few People Know There Are Wetlands Hiding In Arizona

Tres Rios Wetlands in Phoenix, Arizona, is a 700-acre restoration project that offers a lush habitat for diverse wildlife and plants, contrasting the typical desert landscape.

by Katie Lawrence

on Aug 7

Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

The Most Remote Lake In Arizona Is Also The Most Peaceful

Horseshoe Lake in Arizona offers a remote, nature-filled escape with activities like kayaking, fishing, and camping.

by Katie Lawrence

on Aug 7