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Calendar of Events

Tyler Events

July 2026

Jul 10
8:00p
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Nature Detectives Hike

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Put on your detective's hat!
Jul 10
8:30p
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Night Hike

Tyler State Park
They are on the prowl!
Jul 11
9:00a
End Date

Geocaching 101

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Learn how to Geocache from a ranger!
Jul 11
9:00a
End Date

Colonial Camping

Tyler State Park
Let's go back in time!
Jul 11
1:00p
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Pond Dipping

Atlanta State Park
Discover a hidden world at the water’s edge!
Jul 11
1:00p
End Date

Tales of the Trees Arts and Crafts

Mission Tejas State Park
Join park staff and discover how the rings of a tree reveal the story of the forest!
Jul 11
2:00p
End Date

World of Birds

Tyler State Park
What is a bird?
Jul 11
7:00p
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Wildlife Triva Night

Caddo Lake State Park
Test your knowledge with a little friendly competition!
Jul 11
8:30p
End Date

Night Hike Adventure

Daingerfield State Park
Experience the secret night time wonders hiding around the lake with blacklights and a few ranger tricks!
Jul 12
3:00p
End Date

Pond Dipping

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Discover what lies beneath the surface
Jul 17
8:30a
End Date

Sunrise Steep Ravine Guided Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Join park staff for an early morning guided hike!
Jul 17
9:00a
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Fishin' Friday

Caddo Lake State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Saw Mill Pond.
Jul 17
1:00p
End Date

A Dive into Aquatic Life

Mission Tejas State Park
Come join park staff at the Mission Pond for a closer look at the life that calls it home!
Jul 17
8:30p
End Date

Star Party

Tyler State Park
Look at the night lights!
Jul 17
8:30p
End Date

Mothapalooza (National Moth Week Celebration Event)

Daingerfield State Park
Come celebrate National Moth Week by light trapping or "mothing" some unique insects and learn why they are important to the night-time world!
Jul 18
9:00a
End Date

Corcl & Kayak Games: Intro to Paddling

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Learn paddling basics in round corcls or traditional kayaks!
Jul 18
10:00a
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Getting REEL Creative

Daingerfield State Park
Get creative with our fish craft and play a fun fishing game of Backyard Bass!
Jul 18
10:00a
End Date

Digging Up the Past

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to uncover the mysteries of archaeology in state parks!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Red, White, and Blueprinting

Caddo Lake State Park
Recreate a piece of history to take home!
Jul 18
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Jul 18
3:00p
End Date

Art in the Park - History in Ink

Purtis Creek State Park
Make art with the same ink the Founding Father's used to write and sign the Declaration of Independence!
Jul 18
3:00p
End Date

Tawakoni Tracks!

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Use your deduction skills to identify animal tracks found in the park!
Jul 18
7:00p
End Date

Nature's Fireworks: Fireflies

Atlanta State Park
Join us for an evening craft while we learn about the insects who put on their own lightshows.
Jul 18
8:30p
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Star Spangled Skies

Purtis Creek State Park
Meet us under the stars and explore the cosmos with star stories from early American history!
Jul 19
8:00p
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Let's have a Paw-some time!
Jul 24
9:00a
End Date

Taking Aim with Archery! (BY RSVP ONLY)

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a Ranger for an archery 101 class and test your skills at the bow!
Jul 24
9:00a
End Date

Fishin' Friday

Caddo Lake State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Saw Mill Pond.
Jul 24
2:00p
End Date

Mission Tejas Geology 101!

Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas for a crash course on Rocks 101!
Jul 24
8:00p
End Date

Evening Cast

Tyler State Park
Hook, Line, and Sinker!
Jul 25
9:00a
End Date

Archery: Loose the Fun!!

Martin Creek Lake State Park
A hands-on intro to bows and arrows
Jul 25
9:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Caddo Lake State Park
Learn the basics of paddling and explore Saw Mill Pond. *Registration Required*
Jul 25
9:00a
End Date

Fishing 101

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Discover the joy of fishing!
Jul 25
10:00a
End Date

Fishing with a Ranger

Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas and enjoy some fishing at Mission Tejas State Park!
Jul 25
10:00a
End Date

Digging Up the Past

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us to uncover the mysteries of archaeology in state parks!
Jul 25
2:00p
End Date

Red, White, and Botanical Blues

Atlanta State Park
Capture the beauty of Atlanta State Park with a cyanotype print!
Jul 25
2:00p
End Date

Skins and Skulls

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join to us view skins and skulls of animals that live in the park.
Jul 25
3:00p
End Date

Nature Journaling

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Put your observation skills to the test
Jul 25
3:00p
End Date

Silly Squirrels

Tyler State Park
Our little gardeners.
Jul 25
4:30p
End Date

Jr. Ranger Explorers

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Jul 25
8:30p
End Date

Park After Dark

Purtis Creek State Park
Come out for a hike under the stars to learn about the creatures of the night! Red lights and black lights encouraged!
Jul 25
8:30p
End Date

Marvel at the Moon

Daingerfield State Park
Join a ranger on a constellation tour and learn about Earth's natural satellite... the Moon!
Jul 25
8:30p
End Date

Night Hike

Tyler State Park
They are on the prowl!
Jul 25
9:30p
End Date

Night Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Have you ever wondered what the trail is like after dark?
Jul 26
2:00p
End Date

Sun + Nature + Art = Your Perfect Day!

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Create your own sun-printed masterpiece!
Jul 26
9:00p
End Date

Campfire Stories: Texas Legends and Lore

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come sit around the campfire and listen to some Texas myths, legends, and folklore!
Jul 31
8:15a
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Academy

Purtis Creek State Park
Bring the pups and learn what it takes to become a certified B.A.R.K. Ranger!
Jul 31
9:00a
End Date

Fishin' Friday

Caddo Lake State Park
No fishing rod? No problem! Borrow one from us and fish in Saw Mill Pond.
Jul 31
10:00a
End Date

Living History - Rice Family Log Home

Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience living history at the Rice Family Log Home!
Jul 31
2:00p
End Date

Bug Safari

Purtis Creek State Park
Those creepy crawlies aren't so creepy!

August 2026

Aug 1
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
Aug 1
9:00a
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Backyard Birding

Purtis Creek State Park
What's that chirp? Join us to find out!
Aug 1
3:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Purtis Creek State Park
Relax, enjoy nature, and unleash your creativity!

September 2026

Sep 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
Sep 26
9:00a
End Date

Veteran Mental Health Awareness Ruck Hike

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come together in support of our veterans for a meaningful 1.8-mile Ruck Hike

October 2026

Oct 3
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
Oct 17
5:00p
End Date

Boo in the Park 2026

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration! Come out to see the decorated campsites and trick or treat!

November 2026

Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!

December 2026

Dec 5
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking & Tasting

Daingerfield State Park
Join the Little Pine Friends of Daingerfield State Park to learn how to cook in a Dutch oven and sample some of their delicious dishes!
Dec 19
5:00p
End Date

Twinkle Tour 2026

Lake Tawakoni State Park
🎄✨ Mark your calendars – Twinkle Tour 2026 is lighting up the park on Saturday, December 19, 2026, and we can’t wait to see your campsites sparkle! RESERVATIONS START JUNE 10 AT 10:00AM