Trails

A description of trails

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New Guide Book Highlights Palo Duro Hikes

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

A pink and blue sky highlights the scrub-covered hills of the Franklin Mountains
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
Palmetto State Park
August/September 2025 Issue

Palmetto State Park Transports Visitors To Another World

Ephemeral swamps and spiky, prehistoric plants abound at this Central Texas park.

Story by Eva Frederick
Gorman Falls
August/September 2023 Issue

Gorman Falls: Chasing Waterfalls at Colorado Bend

Waterfall cascades down a 70-foot cliff, and is growing.

By Sheryl Smith-Rodgers
Two birders and a park ranger raise their binoculars looking for birds along Estero Llano Grande's boardwalk
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
A multi-stage photograph showing the ascent of a climber working his way up a large rock face
October 2024 Issue

Type 2 Adventure: You May Be Miserable Today, But You'll Love the Memories!

Sometimes the best part of a trip is looking back on it later.

By Ky Harkey
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