All Parks Articles
Painting Parks
With paint and canvas, 30 artists create works to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Texas parks.
Devil's Sinkhole Serves as a Portal to an Underground World
The hole in the ground houses bats and lots of lore.
Shifting Sands at Mustang Island State Park
The dunes are an ever-changing constant of the coast.
Gorman Falls: Chasing Waterfalls at Colorado Bend
Waterfall cascades down a 70-foot cliff, and is growing.
How the 1960s Were a Turning Point for Texas Parks
In the 1960s, Gov. John Connally merged agencies and ushered in an age of state park expansion.
Walking in the Footsteps of Dinosaurs
Dinosaur tracks across Texas reveal secrets of ancient inhabitants.
Enchanted Rock's Ephemeral Ponds Host Diverse Life
Pools contain fairy shrimp, algae and endangered plants.
The Underground World of Kickapoo Cavern Showcases Geologic Change
State park features caves formed over millions of years.
Let's Go Camping! A Complete Guide
Here's what you need to know to plan a successful overnight stay at a Texas state park.
I'm a Park Ranger and New Mother. Can I Raise an Outdoors Kid?
Introducing children to the outdoors can seem like an overwhelming task, but it's worth it.
Park Roads Set the Stage for a Grand Entrance
Entrances serve as a portal to a wild and wonderful world.
Fort Parker State Park Offers Deep History and Stunning Sunsets
East Texas park features woodlands, CCC buildings and a lake.
Biking the Rails at State Trailways
Converted railways offer safe and scenic trail adventures for riders at state parks.
State Park System Marks Centennial With Time Capsule
Each park chose a representative object to go in commemorative box.
Cedar Hill State Park Is an Urban Escape
The park is an oasis in busy Dallas/Fort Worth.
Get a Taste of the West at San Angelo State Park
Park offers longhorns, bison and rugged beauty.
Big Bend's Chisos Mountain Lodge Reconstruction Scheduled for Spring 2025
Construction will bring closures in basin.
New Guide Book Highlights Palo Duro Hikes
The sixth book in Half Day Hikes' Texas State Parks series covers hiking in this Panhandle haven.
Texas Musicians Collaborate on State Parks Album
Recording celebrates 100 years of Texas park system.
