Nov. 4, 2025

Big Time Texas Hunts Winners Announced

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reveals the winners of this year’s Big Time Texas Hunts (BTTH).

Rebuilding an El Paso Icon: Wyler Aerial Tramway Project Moves Forward

EL PASO—The long-awaited rebirth of one of El Paso’s most beloved landmarks is underway, thanks to the steadfast support of the Texas Legislature. With $27 million in state funding secured, the Wyler Aerial Tramway at Franklin Mountains State Park is on track to once again carry visitors to the top of Ranger Peak, where they can take in panoramic views of two countries and three states.

Nov. 3, 2025

Federal Red Snapper Season Closes November 21

AUSTIN- The 2025 recreational red snapper season in federal waters will close at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 21, making this the longest federal red snapper season since 2007. Saltwater anglers enjoyed 173 days of offshore red snapper fishing along the Texas coast this year.

Oct. 31, 2025

Crías Prósperas y Caza Próspera: La Población de Venados en Texas se Mantiene Fuerte

AUSTIN — Para los cazadores, la primavera en Texas suele asociarse con la caza de pavos en un clima cálido y húmedo, o con cambiar las armas de fuego por la caña de pescar. Para el venado cola blanca, la primavera representa una época de crecimiento: crecimiento corporal, crecimiento de las astas y crecimiento poblacional.

Thriving Fawns, Thriving Hunt: Texas Deer Numbers Stay Strong

AUSTIN — To hunters, springtime in Texas is often viewed as chasing turkeys through hot, humid weather, or hanging up the firearm for a fishing pole. For white-tailed deer, spring represents a time for growth: body growth, antler growth and population growth.

Oct. 30, 2025

Purtis Creek State Park to Host 2nd Annual Explore Bowhunting Event

AUSTIN —Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Community Archery Program is partnering with Purtis Creek State Park in Eustace on Nov. 7 to help the public “Explore Bowhunting.”

Oct. 27, 2025

Goliad State Park to Host “Rio! Rio!” 2025 Event Nov. 8

GOLIAD COUNTY – Goliad State Park will host its annual “Rio! Rio!” event on Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. at Mission Espiritu Santo. This special event offers visitors the chance to step back in time and explore the skills and daily life of those who lived along the San Antonio River throughout history.

Oct. 24, 2025

Celebrate Texas State Parks Day with Free Admission Nov. 2

AUSTIN — Have you always wanted to visit a state park but never been? Make plans to visit one of 89 Texas State Parks on Nov. 2! In honor of Texas State Parks Day, a tradition born from 2023’s centennial celebration, everyone can visit a state park for the day for free.

Oct. 23, 2025

TPWD Abre Ciertas Áreas de Cosecha de Ostras a lo Largo de la Costa

AUSTIN – El Departamento de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas (TPWD) está abriendo varias bahías a la cosecha de ostras comerciales y recreativas a partir de las 12:01 a.m. del 1 de noviembre. Dado que el 1 de noviembre cae en sábado, el primer día legal para la cosecha comercial de ostras será el lunes 3 de noviembre.

TPWD Opening Certain Oyster Harvest Areas Along the Coast

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is opening several bays to commercial and recreational oyster harvest beginning 12:01 a.m. Nov. 1. Since Nov. 1 falls on a Saturday, the first legal day for commercial oyster harvest will be Monday, Nov. 3.