A rugged Texas ranch is becoming the state's newest park ...

Texas is undertaking a historic expansion of its state parks — but transforming ranchland into trails can take years. Why it matters: The Lone Star state's vast land mass ranges from forests and ...

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Texas state parks attracted more than 9.2 million visitors in 2025, with one North Texas park drawing nearly a million guests ...

Outdoor adventurers are able to hike, fish, camp, and explore Texas' first new state park in 25 years. Open since March 1, ...

If you're searching for the most popular parks to visit in the state of Texas, the parks department has released their numbers for total visitors in 2025.

With over 80 state parks, historic sites and natural areas, there are plenty of sites to visit within the Texas State Park system. Most Texans know about the popular sites, such as Garner State Park, ...

SAN ANTONIO – Want to start the New Year off with a fresh start? Starting on Wednesday night, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is hosting its annual First Day Hike at a Texas State Park.

A dramatic golden sunset over Big Bend National Park - Jaclyne Ortiz/Getty Images Texas is famous for doing things bigger, and its sprawling landscapes are no exception. As the largest continental ...

The Palo Pinto Mountains State Park will open its gates to visitors for a soft opening March 1.

If your New Year's resolution is to exercise more or get outdoors, start 2026 on the right foot with a First Day Hike. First Day Hikes is a nationwide program to encourage hiking on New Year's Day, ...