Forty-three million dollars allowed the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) to purchase an additional 3,073-acre property adjacent to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area in Llano County, Texas. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is one of Texas’ most popular state parks and greets over 250,000 visitors annually. The original size of the park, 1,640.5-acres established in…
Keep ReadingDo you wish to go camping in Texas in the winter? The State of Texas can supply your demand! You can take a break from the cold East, North, or West Texas winters, or get away from the humidity of the Gulf Coast and the heat of Central Texas. Or you can attend festive state…
Keep ReadingCheck out the fantastic Guadalupe River State Park for outdoor lovers, which is full of lovely campsites, scenic hiking and biking trails, and access to the pristine waters of the Guadalupe River. Whether you are looking to swim, tube, kayak, or fish, you and yours will find opportunities for fun and relaxation in the Texas…
Keep ReadingStrawn, Texas, opens into Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, where the park’s centerpiece is Tucker Lake. Texas established its relatively new Palo Pinto Mountains State Park in 2011. Clear spring water feeds the 90-acre Tucker Lake surrounded by white sand beaches and a diversity of wildlife and flora, and live oak, mesquite, cedar elms, and…
Keep ReadingIf you find yourself running around the Hill Country in Texas looking for some fun things to do and see in Fredericksburg, Texas Outside has put together quite a list for you. These 10 top hotspots and activities in and around Fredericksburg will keep your family entertained and wanting more. Fun Outside Activities in Fredericksburg…
Keep ReadingVisit Abilene, the defining city of West Texas. Alive and well, the frontier spirit here applies to discovery, development, and creativity. If you're looking for fun things to do in Abilene, we've got the perfect list for you. Abilene is in a central location. It's just 150 miles west of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, and…
Keep ReadingCedar Hill sits in the heart of the bustling Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. You'll find an oasis of natural beauty, breathtaking views, and natural attractions unlike anywhere in North Texas. That's why it's called the Hill Country of Dallas/Fort Worth. Our list of seven fun things to do in Cedar Hill should open your eyes to…
Keep ReadingGrab your cowboy hat and saddle up for an unforgettable adventure through the heart of the Lone Star State! From the rustic charm of cozy cabin stays to the thrilling rush of paddling down untamed rivers, Texas State Parks offer a myriad of ways to truly experience the spirit of Texas. Whether you're a golfing…
Keep ReadingTexas Governor Greg Abbott urged state lawmakers to preserve and expand the Texas State Park system during the first week of February 2023. He stated, “Yes, we want Texas to grow. “Yes, we want Texas to prosper. But we can do that while at the very same time conserving the beautiful parks that we have and…
Keep ReadingThe Chinati Mountains State Natural Area near the Big Bend Ranch State Park is a transitions zone between the Chihuahuan Desert lowlands and the Trans Pecos ecoregion in West Texas. This Texas natural area is way out in the middle of a desert, extremely remote, and covers almost 39,000 acres. The Chinati Mountain range is…
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