All Parks Articles

January/February 2023 issue

Texas Game Wardens Use Drones in Rescues, Arrest

Individuals found in Texas State Parks using drone technology.

Story by Lauren Hummert
January/February 2023 issue

Texas Game Wardens Use Drones in Rescues, Arrest

Individuals found in Texas State Parks using drone technology.

Story by Lauren Hummert
January/February 2023 issue

Wildlife and Humans are Feeling the Heat of Texas Wildfires

Drought, wildfires and heat waves pose challenges for a rare bird and toad.

Story by Ben Ikenson
November 2022 issue

Surf the Fish Pass Jetties at Mustang Island State Park

This legendary spot can produce waves that wouldn’t look out of place in California.

Story by Russell Roe
June 2022 issue

Lighted Pier Enables Night Angling at Purtis Creek State Park

Catfish and crappie are plentiful — take them home for a tasty meal.

Story by Kirk McDonnell
June 2020 issue

This Family Was Saved by Camping

Couple builds special family relationships by visiting all Texas state parks.

Story by Whitney Bishop
April 2020 issue

Bird Blinds of the State Parks

These structures bring birds up close for visitors of all abilities.

Story by Melissa Gaskill
April 2017 issue

Best Campsites in Texas State Parks

Catch an ocean breeze or a canyon sunset in one of Texas’ best places to pitch a tent.

Story by Russell Roe and Luke Roe
April 2015 issue

Photographer Jim Bones Sees Big Bend in a Different Light

Loss of sight caused the photographer to take a more impressionistic angle with his images.

Story by Earl Nottingham
January/February 2015 issue

State Parks Embrace Measures to Protect Dark Skies at Night

Texas is becoming a national leader in the dark sky movement.

Story by Rob McCorkle
January/February 2015 issue

McKinney Falls: After the Flood

The state park in Austin is recovering from 2013's damaging deluge.

Story by Stephen Garrett
August/September 2014 issue

Ranch of Pioneer Texas Family Became Part of Government Canyon

Kallisons started store in San Antonio, had ranch outside town.

Story by Nick Kotz
December 2011 issue

Long-Tailed Weasels Are Stealthy, Fearless Hunters

Weasels are rarely seen cousins of skunks and badgers.

Story by Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
January 2008 issue

Sinkholes: When the Earth Opens

While sinkholes occasionally swallow homes and roads, they also play a positive role as wildlife hab

Story by Russell A. Graves
January 2008 issue

Sinkholes: When the Earth Opens

While sinkholes occasionally swallow homes and roads, they also play a positive role as wildlife hab

Story by Russell A. Graves
October 2007 issue

Artist Georgia O’Keeffe Drew Inspiration From Palo Duro Canyon

Artist Georgia O’Keeffe spent her formative years drawing inspiration from Palo Duro Canyon.

Story by Dan Oko
August 2007 issue

The Best Cabins in Texas State Parks

These shelters will help you take the rough out of “roughing it."

Story by Melissa Gaskill
December 2004 issue

This Often-Overlooked Hill Country Cavern is a Year-Round Delight

Enjoy natural wonders and fascinating human history at Longhorn Cavern.

Story by Rob McCorkle