Great Outdoors

Sam Holm and Family in Palo Duro Canyon State Park jumping as a family holding hands
March 2024 Issue

Fun Family Photo Wins State Parks Photo Contest Grand Prize

The yearlong contest drew more than 6,000 entries.

Story by Bob Edwards and Chase Fountain
two people outside of their camper van
January/February 2024 Issue

Camper Vans Offer an Experience Between a Tent and RV

The vehicle fills a different need, and its appeal lies in its functionality.

Story by Pam LeBlanc
Climbing at Lake Mineral Wells state park
November 2023 Issue

Climbing the Cliffs of Lake Mineral Wells State Park

Climbers can explore the park's caves, crevices and narrow passageways.

Story by Russell Roe
Car driving through tall trees at a texas state park
May 2023 Issue

Your Favorite Texas State Park Awaits

Make a wish list, then find that park of your dreams.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
pavilion at Mother Neff in the 1920s with cars and people
May 2023 Issue

A Look Back On 100 Years Of Texas State Parks

Get ready for a bumpy ride. Back then, Texas had only 100 miles of paved highway.

Story by Louie Bond
Jaz Robinson grabbing her dangling fishing line from the pole
May 2023 Issue

We Asked Notable Texans Why They Love Our State Parks

Here's what they said.

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Fishermen on Goose Island fishing pier
May 2023 Issue

Fishing at Texas State Parks

Largemouth bass can be found at the piers of these Texas State Parks.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Rodney Frankling at a picnic table covered in food at a campsite
May 2023 Issue

Q&A: Rodney Franklin, Director of Texas State Parks

Franklin sat down with us to discuss the future of state parks.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Bikers on a trail at Cedar Hill State Park
May 2023 Issue

Great Texas State Parks for Biking

Flat trails or trails with climbs and descents can be found at these Texas State Parks.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Student in Palo Duro Canyon State Park perched on the canyon rim for a lesson in sketching scenery in 1944
May 2023 Issue

Flashback! A Photo Essay of Texas State Parks Through The Years

To celebrate our 100-year anniversary, we dove into our archives for photos of Texas State Parks.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
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The October 2024 cover of Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine, featuring a surfer riding a wave along the Texas Gulf Coast

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