Texas State Parks Articles & Videos

• State Camping Parks in Texas

  From SCUBA diving and horseback riding to excellent fishing and hiking, Texas state parks reflect the natural environment and cultural diversity of the state itself. Camping in the state parks can be as comfortable as full-service RV camps… read more

• State Parks With Waterfalls in Texas

  Texas is not exactly the kind of place that comes to mind when pondering waterfalls; however, four state parks in Texas have at least one waterfall that is accessible by visitors. All of the parks offer swimming, camping, interpretive progr… read more

• The Best State Parks in Texas in Tyler County

  Tyler County, Texas, is about 50 miles from the Gulf coast, in the piney woods area of east Texas, near Louisiana. The Angelina National Forest and the Sabine National Forest are both in the county, but spread to a much larger area. Ther… read more

• State Parks Near Killeen, Texas

  Once an isolated farming community and transportation hub for commodities such as cotton, grain and cattle, Killeen, Texas, is located in the center of the state and is a residential community that surrounds the military base of Fort Hood.… read more

• State Parks Near Jasper, Texas

  Jasper, Texas, is a small city approximately 110 miles to the northeast of Houston. Texas is home to many state parks where you can camp, hike and explore the natural beauty of the area. Several state parks are located within a short drivin… read more

• Texas State Parks in Austin

  There are a number of Texas State Parks in Austin and the surrounding area. Austin is in the central Texas Hill Country, which is among the most picturesque parts of the state. Although several parks serve the Hill Country area, the three s… read more

• A List of Texas State Parks

  There are more than 90 state parks throughout the Texas Panhandle, Plains, Prairies and Lakes, Gulf Coat, Piney Woods, Hill Country, Big Bend and South Texas regions. They incorporate varied terrains from desert to forestland and offer faci… read more

• Top Attractions in Austin Texas

  Austin, Texas' official slogan is the "Live Music Capital of the World." According to the Austin Convention and Visitors Bureau, Austin has "...more live music venues per capita than anywhere else in the nation." The city also has miles of… read more

• The Best Texas State Parks

  Texas is home to a lot of big open spaces. While the popular image of Texas is of a hot, dry place, much of Texas is well-watered and quite green. This is especially true in central and east Texas, but there are even green spots in the sout… read more

• List of State Parks in Texas

  Texas is home to a lot more than just the death penalty and former U.S. presidents. Texas features a variety of beautiful state parks that attract countless tourists each year. These state parks range from miles and miles of untouched prese… read more

• List of State Parks in Texas

  Texas, the largest state in the lower forty-eight, is well known for its wide open spaces and open range. Public land does not take up as much area as it does in other western states, but still the Lone Star State has a popular and well-use… read more

• The Best Texas Vacations

  Texas has plenty to offer the outdoor adventurist for vacations and the weather to match. Remember, Texas summers can be scorching, so dress appropriately and take the necessary precautions for an enjoyable vacation. Winters, on the other h… read more

• How to Make Camping Reservations at Abilene State Park in Texas

  Abilene State Park in North Central Texas provides several convenient ways to make camping reservations. The park offers developed campsites, some with electric, water or sewer hookups. There is also a group trailer area, large trailer site… read more