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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-used state park system. Following are some of the highlights of the Texas State Parks. 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 preserved land to recreational areas great for experiencing nature while still having fun. 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 south and west. As for the Texas deserts, they offer their own form of outdoor adventure. One of the best ways to get at all… 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 facilities for camping, hiking, boating, fishing and hunting. 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 state parks closest to Austin are McKinney Falls State Park, Bastrop State Park and Pedernales Falls State Park. These th… read more

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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… read more
Activities at Big Bend National Park

Big Bend is the largest park in the U.S. parks system, stretching across more than 800,000 acres of south Texas. There are two entry/exit points: one in the southwest from Texas State Road 118, one in the northeast from Texas State Ro… read more
About Big Bend in Texas

Big Bend National Park in Texas is the largest park in the United States National Park system. It is accessible from Texas State Road 118 and Texas State Road 385. The climate is mild through the winter, and very hot and dry in the s… read more
Types of Annual Flowers for North Texas

For a riot of spring color, head to North Texas in late March to early April. The annual flowers of spring virtually cover the region with bluebonnets, Texas paintbrush, Purple coneflowers, Black -Eyed Susan, moss verbena and buttercup… read more
Austin Texas Tourism

Austin, Texas, "live music capital of the world" is located in central Texas within the triangle formed by Houston, Dallas and San Antonio. Small compared to the other Texas cities, Austin makes up for size in history and activities. read more
Lamesa, Texas Tourism

Lamesa is located between Lubbock and Midland in the panhandle of Texas. Known for its small-town atmosphere and friendly people, Lamesa has a lot of recreational activities to offer to the traveler. read more
Corpus Christi RV Resorts

Corpus Christi is a popular coastal community with plenty of recreational opportunities. Located on the Gulf of Mexico, aquatic enthusiasts will find miles of beaches, remote islands, scuba diving and aquariums. The Texas State Aquariu… read more
RV Parks in Bulverde, Texas

Bulverde is located in between Guadalupe River State Park and Canyon Lake in the Texas Hill Country. Both have attractions for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy boating and fishing. There are several parks in and near Bulverde for those loo… read more
Campgrounds near Alto, Texas

Alto is a small town southeast of Dallas, located near three large national forest areas: Sabine, Angelina and Davy Crockett. Davy Crockett National Forest is 8 miles immediately south of town and contains many wilderness areas, scenic… read more
Campgrounds Near Meridian, Texas

Meridian, Texas, is centrally located near two recreation areas, Lake Whitney and Dinosaur Valley State Park. The 955-acre Lake Whitney offers fishing, hiking and water sports. It has over 40 species of wildflowers covering the landsca… read more
Family-Friendly Campgrounds in Texas

From water skiing on the beaches around Port Aransas to hiking in the hill country, the campgrounds in Texas offer a bountiful supply of fun things for the entire family to experience. Texas is a big state with campsites that stretch f… read more
How to Fish in Texas Lakes All Year Long

The great thing about fishing in Texas is that it can be done year-round in relative comfort. You'll have to change your strategies, depending on the season or weather pattern, but this can easily be done once you learn what to expect… 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.… read more
Texas Camping and Fishing

Texas offers outdoor enthusiasts plenty of opportunities for fishing and camping. Many rivers, lakes and streams flow through state parks providing campers easy access to water activities. In many Texas state parks, you can cast a line… read more
List of Camping State Parks in Texas

When you head to Texas in search of a place to camp on property owned by the state, you may not see the simple descriptive name of "state park" in the name. Texas is home to state natural areas, historical parks and partnership parks a… read more

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