All Parks Articles

March 2025 issue

Lake Somerville State Park Is an Outdoor Escape in the Heart of Texas

Trails, water and wildlife abound at this lakeside paradise.

Story by TPWD Staff
March 2025 issue

Enchanted Rock Parkland Triples in Size

3,073-acre land deal comes after 630 acres acquired in September.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
January 09, 2026

New Guide Book Highlights Palo Duro Hikes

The sixth book in Half Day Hikes' Texas State Parks series covers hiking in this Panhandle haven.

January 09, 2026

The Future of Our Outdoors

Texas voters have a chance to approve a history-making $1 billion measure for state parkland.

By Russell Roe
January 09, 2026

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.

Story by Scott Dubois
January/February 2025 issue

Palo Duro Is the 'Grand Canyon of Texas'

The state park attracts visitors with dramatic scenery, natural beauty and deep history.

By Russell Roe
January/February 2025 issue

New Devils River Unit Set to Open in 2025

The addition of the Dan A. Hughes Unit doubles the size of the Devils River State Natural Area.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
January/February 2025 issue

Blaze Your Own Trail at Black Gap Wildlife Management Area

Experience pure West Texas desert at its finest.

Story by Eva Frederick
December 2024 issue

Find History and Outdoor Fun at Lake Brownwood State Park

Enjoy a present-day vacation amidst historic CCC architecture.

By Karina Kumar
December 2024 issue

New Paddling Trails Website Offers Guide to Texas Rivers, Bays and Marshes Galore

The Texas Paddling Trail Finder allows users to search for trails by water body or location.

Story by TPW Magazine Staff
November 2024 issue

TPWD Buys 630 Acres Next to Enchanted Rock

Acquisition will allow Enchanted Rock patrons new opportunities to recreate.

November 2024 issue

Speaking Bird Language at Estero Llano Grande

State park offers avian delights for those who know what to look for.

Story by Alexander Martin
October 2024 issue

Texas Game Wardens Celebrate 10 Years of Canine Training

Ruff and ready units serve as force multipliers for law enforcement

Story by Maggie Berger
October 2024 issue

Escape the City Grind in El Paso's Franklin Mountains

State park offers scenic summits and miles of trails.

By Lydia Pagel
October 2024 issue

A Dad and Daughter Make the Most of Texas' Flourishing Surf Scene

They learn to ride the waves as they prepare for Mustang Island's fickle, fabled surf break.

Story by Dan Oko
August/September 2024 issue

Ask a Warden: Which State Park Do You Work In?

Game wardens serve counties; state parks have their own police.

Story by Wei-Wei Lin
August/September 2024 issue

Camp in the Pines at Lake Livingston State Park

East Texas park offers fishing, hiking and wildlife watching.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
July 2024 issue

Guadalupe River State Park Offers a Place to Camp and Splash

Head to the Central Texas park to spend time on the river.

Story by Emily Gibson
July 2024 issue

These Foods and Parks Pair Well Together

Explore these park-inspired cuisines on your next campout.

Story by Pam LeBlanc
June 2024 issue

Get a Taste of the West at San Angelo State Park

Park offers longhorns, bison and rugged beauty.

By Emily Gibson