History
When Were the Last Jaguars Seen in Texas?
On the historical trail of Texas’ biggest native cat.
Tyler Men Paved the Way for Park Desegregation
Lawsuit made Tyler State Park a focal point in the fight for integration in the outdoors.
‘MA’ Ferguson Brought the Civilian Conservation Corps to Texas
Ferguson requested federal funding for dozens of CCC projects across the state.
Seminole Canyon Pictographs Reveal Clues to an Ancient Culture
Experts call the rock imagery "the oldest library in North America."
Dinosaur Sculptures Greet Visitors at Dinosaur Valley State Park
1964 World’s Fair statues stand watch over state park.
Artists Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Texas State Parks
With paint and canvas, 30 artists create works to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Texas parks.
Hunting Accidents Hit All-Time Low in Texas
The drop is likely due in part to Hunter Education courses, which became mandatory in 1988.
The Future Looks Bright for Texas State Parks
These five new dream-worthy properties will one day be open to the public.
Seeds of Knowledge: Female Pioneers of Texas Botany
Ynes Mexia was a plant collector and explorer; Maude Young was state botanist and textbook author.
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.
