Texas Parks & Wildlife & Kids

Kids Play Free

Kids 12 and under get free admission at more than 90 Texas State Parks. Admission for ages 13 and over vary by park. See each park's webpage under the “Fees and Facilities” tab.

Events & Activities

Texas Outdoor Family

A great way for your family to get hands-on experience in camping and basic outdoor skills.

Texas Geocache Challenge

Discover hidden special geocaches while learning exciting facts and stories about Texas State Parks.

Junior Ranger Program

Kids ages 7-12 can learn about the natural world around them while exploring Texas State Parks.

Activities and Programs

See seasonally available and fun things to do in state parks.

Texas Buffalo Soldiers

The Texas Buffalo Soldier program shares the story of the Ninth Cavalry and Twenty-fourth Infantry "Buffalo Soldiers" with a variety of educational opportunities and resources.

Kids' Corner Calendar

Find special events, clinics, camps and other activities just for kids.

Fishing Activities

Visit selected stocked lakes and ponds, while learning the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities, as well as free events for the whole family.

The Arts in the Parks

The goal of the Arts in the Parks program is to provide many diverse opportunities for everyone to get outside, use their imagination and connect with Texas State Parks through the arts.

Youth Hunting

Hunting is a great way to spend time in nature with your kids and we have lots of ways you can take your kids hunting.

Resources for Parents & Teachers

Resources for Educators
Tool Kit directs you to our maps, loaner equipment and lesson plans.
Keep Texas Wild
The TPW Magazine features wildlife and conservation themes for students around the 4th grade level.
Tips for Taking Children Outdoors
Helps you make the most of your trip while keeping your sense of humor.
Outdoor Learning
Links to our adult training workshops for teaching nature, hunting and fishing or learning these skills yourself.
Publications for Children
Provides downloads of our popular color and activity books for children.
Junior Naturalists
Offers information and activities about nature written for Grade 5 and up.
Texas State Parks Pass
The Texas State Parks Pass is an annual pass that offers many special benefits.
Smartphone Apps for Wildlife Nature Lovers
Clicking this link will take you off of TPWD website.

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