For Texans, that might mean travels down to the Gulf, where you can take in all the sights and see all the wildlife the Texas coast has to offer. Soaring seagulls, blue crabs and the mighty whelk ...

Across the Lone Star State, there are 85 state parks, natural areas and historic sites currently operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. But which gets the fewest visitors?

Across the Lone Star State, there are 85 state parks, natural areas and historic sites currently operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. But which gets the most visitors?

Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission adopted a policy that would fully open new state parks to the public within four years.

1,170,291 March visits to Texas state parks, making it the most popular month for park use. 483,040 Total 2024 visits to Garner State Park, west of San Antonio in the Texas Hill Country.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced the acquisition of 1,100 acres, advancing plans for a new state park that will be over 3,000 acres.

More than 1 million people visited Texas’ 89 state parks in June. In locations without bodies of water, park officials warn attendees not to overdo it as three-digit temperatures persist.

The Texas State Parks system is a finalist for a national award that recognizes excellence in parks and recreation.

State parks in Texas, including Garner State Park, pictured here, periodically close to visitors to allow hunting, which helps manage wildlife populations.

The Texas State Parks system is one of four organizations listed as finalists for the 2023 National Gold Metal Award. The program honors communities throughout the United States for their ...

Want to check out some of Texas' natural beauty? The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is offering free entry on November 3 for Texas State Parks Day!

Texas plans to open half a dozen new state parks in coming years amid a statewide push to expand public land and provide more access to outdoor recreation. Totaling more than 68,000 acres, new ...