The Daytripper 2009
What is The Daytripper?
The Daytripper is a television series first released in 2009. Catalogued under Reality.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 186
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 18, 2009
- Last aired
- Feb 19, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- PBS
- Genres
- Reality
- Updated
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Overview
The Daytripper is a television series first released in 2009. Catalogued under Reality. Produced and broadcast by PBS. Current status: Returning Series. Spans 16 seasons and 186 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“Join host Chet Garner on a journey to explore the diverse landmarks and culture of Texas.”
- highlights unique Texas destinations
- features local culture and food
- focuses exclusively on Texas locations
Watch it if you enjoy travel programs that explore both well-known landmarks and obscure local hideaways.
This is a family-friendly travel show focused on outdoor exploration, food, and regional culture.
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Season 1 · 5 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Waco, TX Mytharc Oct 18, 2009
- E2 Bastrop, TX Core Oct 15, 2009
- E3 Burnet, TX Core Oct 22, 2009
- E4 Luling to Shiner, TX Core Oct 29, 2009
- E5 Fredericksburg, TX Mytharc Nov 4, 2009
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Brenham, TX Mytharc Oct 21, 2010
- E2 Natural Bridge to Canyon Lake, TX Core Oct 28, 2010
- E3 Lockhart, TX Core Nov 4, 2010
- E4 Wimberley, TX Core Nov 10, 2010
- E5 Beaumont, TX Core Nov 19, 2010
- E6 Bryan-College Station, TX Core May 19, 2011
- E7 Llano, TX and Lake Buchanan Core May 26, 2011
- E8 Galveston, TX Core Jun 2, 2011
- E9 Mineral Wells, TX Mytharc Jun 9, 2011
- E10 South Austin, TX Mytharc Jun 23, 2011
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 Fort Worth, TX Mytharc Oct 27, 2011
- E2 Huntsville, TX Core Nov 3, 2011
- E3 Smithville, TX Core Nov 9, 2011
- E4 Spicewood, TX Core Nov 16, 2011
- E5 Goliad, TX Core Nov 30, 2011
- E6 South Padre Island, TX Core May 9, 2012
- E7 Jefferson, TX Core May 16, 2012
- E8 Killeen, TX Core May 24, 2012
- E9 Marfa, TX Mytharc May 31, 2012
- E10 Return to Bastrop, TX Mytharc Jun 21, 2012
Season 4 · 13 episodes
- E1 Kemah, TX Mytharc Oct 11, 2012
- E2 Stephenville, TX Core Oct 18, 2012
- E3 La Grange, TX Core Oct 25, 2012
- E4 Denton, TX Core Nov 1, 2012
- E5 Dripping Springs, TX Core Nov 8, 2012
- E6 Van Horn, TX Core Nov 15, 2012
- E7 Corpus Christi, TX Core May 2, 2013
- E8 Nacogdoches, TX Core May 9, 2013
- E9 San Antonio, TX Core May 16, 2013
- E10 Fort Davis, TX Core May 23, 2013
- E11 Kingsland, TX Core May 30, 2013
- E12 Amarillo, TX Mytharc Jun 6, 2013
- E13 Georgetown, TX Mytharc Jun 20, 2013
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 El Paso, TX Mytharc Oct 2, 2013
- E2 Johnson City, TX Core Oct 9, 2013
- E3 San Marcos, TX Core Oct 16, 2013
- E4 Houston, TX Core Oct 23, 2013
- E5 Spooky, TX Core Oct 30, 2013
- E6 Arlington, TX Core Apr 1, 2014
- E7 Abilene, TX Core May 8, 2014
- E8 Lufkin, TX Core May 15, 2014
- E9 Mason, TX Mytharc May 22, 2014
- E10 Orange, TX Mytharc May 29, 2014
Frequently asked questions
What is The Daytripper about?
It is a travel program that explores the culture, outdoors, and food of various destinations across Texas.
Who hosts the show?
The program is hosted by Chet Garner.
Where does the show air?
The Daytripper airs on PBS.
What kind of locations are featured?
The show highlights a mix of well-known landmarks and obscure dives or hideaways throughout the state.
Has the show won any awards?
Yes, the program has won 19 Lone Star Emmy Awards.
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