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. Status: Returning Series. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
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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Episode guide
Season 1 · 5 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Waco, TX Oct 18, 2009
- E2 Bastrop, TX Oct 15, 2009
- E3 Burnet, TX Oct 22, 2009
- E4 Luling to Shiner, TX Oct 29, 2009
- E5 Fredericksburg, TX Nov 4, 2009
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Brenham, TX Oct 21, 2010
- E2 Natural Bridge to Canyon Lake, TX Oct 28, 2010
- E3 Lockhart, TX Nov 4, 2010
- E4 Wimberley, TX Nov 10, 2010
- E5 Beaumont, TX Nov 19, 2010
- E6 Bryan-College Station, TX May 19, 2011
- E7 Llano, TX and Lake Buchanan May 26, 2011
- E8 Galveston, TX Jun 2, 2011
- E9 Mineral Wells, TX Jun 9, 2011
- E10 South Austin, TX Jun 23, 2011
Season 3 · 10 episodes
- E1 Fort Worth, TX Oct 27, 2011
- E2 Huntsville, TX Nov 3, 2011
- E3 Smithville, TX Nov 9, 2011
- E4 Spicewood, TX Nov 16, 2011
- E5 Goliad, TX Nov 30, 2011
- E6 South Padre Island, TX May 9, 2012
- E7 Jefferson, TX May 16, 2012
- E8 Killeen, TX May 24, 2012
- E9 Marfa, TX May 31, 2012
- E10 Return to Bastrop, TX Jun 21, 2012
Season 4 · 13 episodes
- E1 Kemah, TX Oct 11, 2012
- E2 Stephenville, TX Oct 18, 2012
- E3 La Grange, TX Oct 25, 2012
- E4 Denton, TX Nov 1, 2012
- E5 Dripping Springs, TX Nov 8, 2012
- E6 Van Horn, TX Nov 15, 2012
- E7 Corpus Christi, TX May 2, 2013
- E8 Nacogdoches, TX May 9, 2013
- E9 San Antonio, TX May 16, 2013
- E10 Fort Davis, TX May 23, 2013
- E11 Kingsland, TX May 30, 2013
- E12 Amarillo, TX Jun 6, 2013
- E13 Georgetown, TX Jun 20, 2013
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 El Paso, TX Oct 2, 2013
- E2 Johnson City, TX Oct 9, 2013
- E3 San Marcos, TX Oct 16, 2013
- E4 Houston, TX Oct 23, 2013
- E5 Spooky, TX Oct 30, 2013
- E6 Arlington, TX Apr 1, 2014
- E7 Abilene, TX May 8, 2014
- E8 Lufkin, TX May 15, 2014
- E9 Mason, TX May 22, 2014
- E10 Orange, TX 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.