All Parks Articles
Lake Somerville State Park Is an Outdoor Escape in the Heart of Texas
Trails, water and wildlife abound at this lakeside paradise.
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.
Possum Kingdom State Park Is a Summer Go-To Destination
The park offers clear blue water and striking scenery.
Beyond Beach Towels and Umbrellas at Galveston Island State Park
The state park welcomes visitors to its bay as well as its popular beach.
Enchanted Rock Parkland Triples in Size
3,073-acre land deal comes after 630 acres acquired in September.
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.
This Often-Overlooked Hill Country Cavern is a Year-Round Delight
Enjoy natural wonders and fascinating human history at Longhorn Cavern.
Palmetto State Park Transports Visitors To Another World
Ephemeral swamps and spiky, prehistoric plants abound at this Central Texas park.
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.”
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.
