Water Sports

Red fish cooking on a grill.
June 17, 2026 -- ttest

Grilled Redfish on the ‘Half Shell’ by Hank Shaw

All you do is slap the fish on the grill and watch the magic happen. It's super, super easy.

By Hank Shaw
Pair of paddleboarders along a small cliff on the Brazos River
August/September 2025 Issue

Paddleboarding Down the Brazos

A stand-up paddleboard camping trip embraces river life along the John Graves Scenic Riverway.

Story by Brandon Weaver
A father and daughter, both dressed in black wetsuits, carry blue surfboards into the water at Mustang Island
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
Enjoy boating safely by wearing a life jacket
August/September 2023 Issue

Tips for Boaters to Stay Safe on the Water

Life jackets, other measures can save lives.

By TPWD Staff
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
Handoff of Ivie Lunker from Distirct truck to lunker truck for faster transport to Athens
January/February 2023 Issue

ShareLunker Season Begins in Wake of Record-Setting 2022

The 2023 season gets under way Jan. 1, 2023.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
Two surfers on a beach.
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
Two women paddle a tandem kayak
June 2016 Issue

The 11 Best Texas State Parks for Paddling

Get out on the water in cypress-lined swamps, beachy shorelines and pristine rivers.

Story by Dale Blasingame
Shane Carter smiles with his bluegill catch
October 2012 Issue

Sunny With a Chance of Fun

Sunfish provide more enjoyment per pound than any other Texas fish.

Story and photos by Larry D. Hodge
Fishing on O. H. Ivie
February 2011 Issue

Lakes On Fire: O.H. Ivie is a ‘Hot’ Sharelunker-Filled Lake

Follow the clues to uncover the next ‘hot’ ShareLunker-filled lake.

Story by Larry D. Hodge
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