Tyler Events
July 2025
Jul
5
7:00p
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CCC Dance and Celebration
Caddo Lake State Park
Step in to the 1930s and experience a classic dance tradition, exhibit, board games, and more!
Jul
6
10:00a
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Jul
10
8:15p
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Jul
11
9:00a
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Jul
11
9:00a
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Kayaking 101
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger to learn the basics of kayaking. Instruction provided. Limited equipment available. Reserve your kayak today.
Jul
11
10:00a
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Jul
11
8:00p
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Jul
12
9:00a
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Dutch Oven Cooking
Purtis Creek State Park
Come check out what the Purtis Creek Dutch Oven Society is all about!
Jul
12
9:00a
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Skins and Skulls - Omnivores
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a ranger for a hands-on program exploring the wild world of native omnivores!
Jul
12
9:00a
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Wildlife Detectives
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn how to hone your observation skills!
Jul
12
9:00a
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Gyotaku: Fish Art
Caddo Lake State Park
Experience the old ways of recording fish and create your own fish print!
Jul
12
10:00a
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Pioneer Toys and Games
Mission Tejas State Park
Swing by the park Visitor Center and discover some of the fascinating history of Mission Tejas State Park while playing with toys and games that the pioneer kids did!
Jul
12
10:00a
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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.
Jul
12
1:00p
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Nature Journaling
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Take a moment to collect your thoughts.
Jul
12
1:00p
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Gyotaku: Fish Art
Experience the old ways of recording fish and create your own fish print!
Jul
12
2:00p
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Skins & Skulls
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Jul
12
2:00p
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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!
Jul
12
2:00p
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Jul
12
7:30p
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Jul
12
8:30p
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Creatures of the Night Hike (RSVP)
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a ranger on an after-hours dark hike on one of our trails!
Jul
12
8:45p
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Nocturnal Nature
Purtis Creek State Park
Come learn what lurks in the shadows as the park comes to life at night!
Jul
13
2:00p
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Spiders of Lake Tawakoni
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Learn about why spiders are such an important part of nature and the history of Lake Tawakoni State Park!
Jul
18
8:30a
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Jul
18
9:00a
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Jul
18
9:00a
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Nature Journaling
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul
18
9:00a
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Jul
18
10:45a
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Jul
19
9:00a
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Jul
19
9:30a
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Jul
19
9:30a
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Jul
19
10:00a
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Insects of Mission Tejas
Mission Tejas State Park
Come explore the wide variety of insects that make Mission Tejas home and learn how they help nature and us!
Jul
19
10:00a
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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.
Jul
19
11:30a
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Jul
19
1:00p
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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!
Jul
19
1:00p
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Art in the Park
Atlanta State Park
Bring your creativity and create a masterpiece at Atlanta State Park!
Jul
19
2:00p
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Nature Journaling
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Discover a new way to preserve unique memories from your outdoor adventures!
Jul
19
2:00p
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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!
Jul
19
2:00p
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Jul
25
8:00a
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Jul
25
9:00a
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Wildlife Viewing
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Learn some tips and tricks on viewing wildlife.
Jul
25
9:15a
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Jul
25
10:20a
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Jr. Ranger Journaling
Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Jul
25
8:00p
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Jul
25
8:30p
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Star Party (RSVP)
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Enjoy the cooler nights at Lake Tawakoni State Park by looking at the stars.
Jul
26
8:30a
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Jul
26
8:30a
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Jul
26
9:00a
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Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and Scat
Caddo Lake State Park
Experience and learn about the critters that call Caddo Lake State Park home!
Jul
26
10:00a
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Become a Junior Ranger
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join a Ranger for a fun, hands-on adventure to learn what it takes to become a Junior Ranger!
Jul
26
10:00a
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Rice Family Log Home Tour
Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the history of the Rice Family Log Home with the park interpreter!
Jul
26
10:00a
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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.
Jul
26
11:00a
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Jul
26
1:00p
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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!
Jul
26
2:00p
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Jul
26
2:00p
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Jul
26
2:30p
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Jul
26
6:30p
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Jul
26
8:30p
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Charting the Stars
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Jul
26
8:45p
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Jul
27
2:00p
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Stay Cool
Lake Tawakoni State Park
When Texas turns up the heat, how does our wildlife keep their cool?
August 2025
Aug
2
9:00a
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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!
Aug
2
8:00p
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Herp Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to find some of our hopping and slithering friends!
Aug
8
8:00p
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Herp Hike
Atlanta State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to find some of our hopping and slithering friends!
Aug
9
8:00p
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Moonlight Paddle (Saw Mill Pond ONLY)
Caddo Lake State Park
Experience our Saw Mill Pond under the Sturgeon Moon!
Aug
16
8:00p
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Mothing: Insect Hunt
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a ranger to attract insects and learn which ones come out at night!
Aug
22
8:00p
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Charting the Stars
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Aug
22
8:00p
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Meteor Shower/Star Party
Atlanta State Park
Join a ranger on an astronomy tour of stars, planets, and the Perseids Meteor Shower!
Aug
23
8:00p
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Meteor Shower/Star Party
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a ranger on an astronomy tour of stars, planets, and the Perseids Meteor Shower!
September 2025
Sep
6
9:00a
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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!
October 2025
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
18
5:00p
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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
25
5:00p
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Oct
25
5:00p
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Oct
25
5:30p
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Oct
25
6:00p
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November 2025
Nov
1
9:00a
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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!
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
13
5:00p
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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