Calendar of Events

Tyler Events

August 2025

Aug 29
8:30a
End Date

Adaptations!

Tyler State Park
What is your superpower?
Aug 30
8:00a
End Date

Steep Ravine Guided Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Join the park interpreter for an early morning guided hike!
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Fish tales told here!
Aug 30
9:00a
End Date

A Walk Through Time

Tyler State Park
Let's jump into the time machine and travel to the past
Aug 30
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Aug 30
11:00a
End Date

All About Mammals

Tyler State Park
What is a mammal?
Aug 30
1:00p
End Date

Fishing with the Ranger

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us learning the basics of fishing. All ages and stages welcome. No experience required!
Aug 30
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.
Aug 30
2:30p
End Date

Tejas Watercolors

Mission Tejas State Park
Come express yourself artistically with watercolors!
Aug 30
7:00p
End Date

Skins & Skulls

Purtis Creek State Park
What lives here? Come explore our collection and find out!
Aug 30
8:30p
End Date

Park At Dark

Purtis Creek State Park
Come experience the park at night!

September 2025

Sep 5
8:00p
End Date

Full Moon Paddle

Tyler State Park
Get the best seat on the lake!
Sep 6 End Date

Christmas in the Park Campsite Reservations

Tyler State Park
Join in the festivities!
Sep 6
8:00a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Hike

Tyler State Park
Join us at Tyler State Park on Sept. 6 for our first annual Veteran Suicide Awareness Hike.
Sep 6
8:00a
End Date

Steep Ravine Guided Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Join the park interpreter for an early morning guided hike!
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

The Joy of Birding (Fall Migration)

Caddo Lake State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" chill as we search for birds high and low!
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Sep 6
9:00a
End Date

Heroes on the Water - Veterans Suicide Awareness Kayaking

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Carry the Weight: Kayak Together to Combat Veteran Suicide.
Sep 6
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Sep 6
11:00a
End Date

Rice Family Log Home Tour

Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the history of the Rice Family Log Home with the park interpreter!
Sep 6
1:00p
End Date

The Joy of Birding (Fall Migration)

Atlanta State Park
Channel your inner "Bob Ross" as we search for birds high and low!
Sep 6
2:00p
End Date

10 Essentials the Outdoors: Past and Present

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Discover the 10 essential items campers of the past and present use to survive the outdoors
Sep 6
5:00p
End Date

Evening Cast

Tyler State Park
Hook, Line, and Sinker!
Sep 6
8:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Tyler State Park
They are on the prowl!
Sep 12
10:00a
End Date

Kayaking 101

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Learn to master the paddle and hit the water!
Sep 13
8:00a
End Date

Steep Ravine Guided Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Join the park interpreter for an early morning guided hike!
Sep 13
9:00a
End Date

Veteran's Ruck Hike

Atlanta State Park
Join us on our Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike and Walk!
Sep 13
9:30a
End Date

The Nature of Fire

Tyler State Park
How does fire help us?
Sep 13
11:00a
End Date

Skins and Skulls at Visitor Center

Mission Tejas State Park
Come by the our visitor center and get a closer look at some of the wildlife found at Mission Tejas!
Sep 13
1:00p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and Scat

Atlanta State Park
Join a ranger to learn about some of the mysterious animals that live in Atlanta State Park!
Sep 13
1:30p
End Date

Cold Blooded Creatures

Tyler State Park
What is a reptile?
Sep 14
1:30p
End Date

Girl Scouts Love State Parks

Purtis Creek State Park
Connect with fellow Girl Scouts and experience the nature at Purtis Creek!
Sep 19
7:15p
End Date

Charting the Stars

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Sep 19
7:30p
End Date

Campfire 101

Tyler State Park
Let's gather around a campfire.
Sep 19
8:00p
End Date

Star Party

Tyler State Park
Look at the night lights!
Sep 20
8:30a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Activities

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for to learn about veteran mental health and support resources.
Sep 20
9:00a
End Date

Veteran's Ruck Hike (Suicide Awareness Month)

Caddo Lake State Park
Join us in support of our Veteran's during this Suicide Awareness Month ruck hike!
Sep 20
9:00a
End Date

Veterans Suicide Awareness Walk

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Walk with us through the Pineywoods to honor veterans we have lost to suicide and to support those finding their place after their service
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Folklore Hike

Tyler State Park
Exploring the folklore of our state and beyond!
Sep 20
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Sep 20
11:00a
End Date

History Talk with a Ranger

Mission Tejas State Park
Come by the Visitor Center and immerse yourself in East Texas history!
Sep 20
1:00p
End Date

Tree Crafts

Tyler State Park
Let's get crafty!
Sep 20
1:00p
End Date

Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and Scat

Caddo Lake State Park
Experience and learn about the critters that call Caddo Lake State Park home!
Sep 20
2:00p
End Date

10 Essentials the Outdoors: Past and Present

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Discover the 10 essential items campers of the past and present use to survive the outdoors
Sep 20
2:30p
End Date

Tejas Watercolors

Mission Tejas State Park
Come express yourself artistically with watercolors!
Sep 20
3:00p
End Date

All About Knots

Tyler State Park
Hook, Line, and Sinker!
Sep 26
10:00a
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Coffee with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Brew up a conversation with a ranger!
Sep 27
8:00a
End Date

Paddling Tour (Intermediate Experience & Difficulty)

Caddo Lake State Park
Experience the beauty and mystery of the Big Cypress Bayou on this the 8-mile round-trip paddling trail!
Sep 27
8:30a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come together in support of our veterans for a meaningful 1.8-mile Ruck Hike
Sep 27
9:00a
End Date

Intro to Birding

Tyler State Park
Let's spread our wings!
Sep 27
9:00a
End Date

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck March/Hike

Daingerfield State Park
September is Suicide Prevention Month! Come Join us while we bring awareness for our veterans, service members, families, and friends.
Sep 27
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Sep 27
11:00a
End Date

Life of Bugs

Tyler State Park
How do bugs help us?
Sep 27
11:00a
End Date

Rice Family Log Home Tour

Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the history of the Rice Family Log Home with the park interpreter!
Sep 27
2:00p
End Date

10 Essentials the Outdoors: Past and Present

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Discover the 10 essential items campers of the past and present use to survive the outdoors
Sep 27
2:30p
End Date

Tejas Watercolors

Mission Tejas State Park
Come express yourself artistically with watercolors!
Sep 27
5:00p
End Date

Healing Heroes Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Hike with us to bring attention to Veterans Suicide Awareness Month

October 2025

Oct 3
6:30p
End Date

Cooper Lake State Park: Doctors Creek Unit | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct 4
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Oct 4
7:00p
End Date

International Observe the Moon Night

Caddo Lake State Park
Join us on this international event to observe, explore, appreciate, and learn more about Earth's constant companion, the MOON!
Oct 10 End Date

TX Pollinator BioBlitz (Self Guided)

Caddo Lake State Park
Join us in this statewide BioBlitz to record as many pollinators as we can for continued conservation efforts!
Oct 18
10:00a
End Date

TX Pollinator BioBlitz (Ranger Guided)

Caddo Lake State Park
Join us in this statewide BioBlitz to record as many pollinators as we can for continued conservation efforts!
Oct 18
5:00p
End Date

Boo in the Park 2025

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration! Come out to see the decorated campsites and trick or treat!
Oct 24
12:00p
End Date

PARK CLOSED - Youth Deer Hunt

Lake Tawakoni State Park
Lake Tawakoni State Park will be closed to the public (including the boat ramp and all trails) for our Youth Only Deer Hunt beginning at 12PM on October 24, 2025. Only preapproved hunters and staff will be permitted on the park during that time. The park will reopen at 12PM on October 27, 2025.
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Spooky Stories with a Ranger

Tyler State Park
Come prepared for a scare!
Oct 25
5:00p
End Date

Parktober Camping Reservations

Tyler State Park
Spooky season has taken over!
Oct 25
5:30p
End Date

Costume Contest!

Tyler State Park
Put your creativity to the test!
Oct 25
6:00p
End Date

Parktober Trick or Treat

Tyler State Park
Trick or Treat through the park!

November 2025

Nov 1
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Nov 28
10:00a
End Date

Hike Off the Turkey

Caddo Lake State Park
After sleeping in, take a leisurely hike through the forest with a ranger to hike off that Thanksgiving meal!
Nov 28
1:00p
End Date

Hike Off the Leftovers

Caddo Lake State Park
We know you had leftovers for lunch... Now, come hike that off too on a different hiking trail!

December 2025

Dec 6
9:00a
End Date

Dutch Oven Cooking

Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Dec 12
5:00p
End Date

A Pineywoods Christmas

Tyler State Park
Enjoy our Trail of Lights with your loved ones!
Dec 13
5:00p
End Date

Twinkle Tour 2025

Lake Tawakoni State Park
🎄✨ Mark your calendars – Twinkle Tour 2025 is lighting up the park on Saturday, December 13, 2025, and we can’t wait to see your campsites sparkle! RESERVATIONS START JUNE 18 AT 10:30AM
Dec 13
5:00p
End Date

A Pineywoods Christmas

Tyler State Park
Enjoy our Trail of Lights with your loved ones!
Dec 19
1:00p
End Date

A Crafty Caddo Christmas

Caddo Lake State Park
Deck the halls in our CCC Hall. Join us by the fire for hot chocolate, cookies, and creating your own Christmas tree ornaments. All supplies will be provided!

January 2026

Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Hike

Caddo Lake State Park
Join us for the annual nationwide First Day Hike here at Caddo Lake State Park!

March 2026

Mar 14
10:00a
End Date

Caddo Adventure Day (Day 3 - Main Event)

Caddo Lake State Park
Choose your adventure at our 3rd annual Caddo Adventure Day! Participate in archery, fishing, paddling, hiking, learning, and more, throughout multiple days, all inside our beautiful park!