All Parks Articles
Shifting Sands at Mustang Island State Park
The dunes are an ever-changing constant of the coast.
Balmorhea State Park's Spring-Fed Pool Is a West Texas Oasis
The refreshing spring water is a respite from the hot, dry Chihuahuan Desert.
Dancing With the Devils on a Trip Down Texas' Most Pristine River
New public land along the Devils River offers a do-it-yourself paddling opportunity.
Land Acquired in East, West Texas for Wildlife Management Areas
The new WMA properties lie along two of Texas' most storied rivers — the Trinity and the Rio Grande.
Chaparral Wildlife Management Area Captures the Subtle Magic of South Texas Brush Land
"The Chap" is a celebrated destination for hunting, hiking, camping and bird-watching.
Beyond Beach Towels and Umbrellas at Galveston Island State Park
The state park welcomes visitors to its bay as well as its popular beach.
CCC Built a Line of State Parks on U.S. 281. What Happened to Them?
Texas Gov. Pat Neff was planning for "a state park every 100 miles.”
Possum Kingdom State Park Is a Summer Go-To Destination
The park offers clear blue water and striking scenery.
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.
From Red Rocks to Longhorns, Visitors to Copper Breaks Find Treasures Big and Small
Copper Breaks State Park is an off-the-beaten-path destination.
State Parks by Night: A Photo Essay
Photographers capture the magic of the night with our state's iconic landscapes.
Secrets of the Sands Offer Insight into South Texas Geology
New efforts awaken visitors to the geological charms of Mustang Island and beyond.
Historic Indian Lodge Gets a 21st Century Facelift
The lodge in Davis Mountains State Park reopens in spring 2025 after renovations
TPWD Acquires 2,000 Acres for New Hill Country Park
The purchase kick-starts the creation of a new park across the river from Colorado Bend State Park.
This Man Visited All the Texas State Parks in One Year
John Sorsby's thousands of Instagram followers did too.
Lake Somerville State Park Is an Outdoor Escape in the Heart of Texas
Trails, water and wildlife abound at this lakeside paradise.
Enchanted Rock Parkland Triples in Size
3,073-acre land deal comes after 630 acres acquired in September.
New Guide Book Highlights Palo Duro Hikes
The sixth book in Half Day Hikes' Texas State Parks series covers hiking in this Panhandle haven.
The Future of Our Outdoors
Texas voters have a chance to approve a history-making $1 billion measure for state parkland.
Go Long (10 Miles and Over) on These Hill Country Hikes
These five Hill Country state parks contain scenic routes for an extended day of hiking.
