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Nov. 4, 2025

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.

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. 21, 2025

Inks Lake State Park Celebrates 75th Anniversary with the Grand Opening of a New Headquarters Building

AUSTIN — Inks Lake State Park celebrated its 75th birthday with a fun-filled day of family-friendly activities and the grand opening of the newly completed headquarters building.

Oct. 14, 2025

Media Advisory: Inks Lake State Park Celebrates 75th Birthday Celebration Oct. 18

BURNET— Media is invited to help Inks Lake State Park celebrate its 75th birthday with a fun-filled day of family-friendly activities.

Oct. 9, 2025

Fall Into Outdoor Fun at Texas State Parks

AUSTIN— The temperature is finally cooling off, so it’s time to go outside! Fall is the ideal season for  warming up by a campfire, telling stories and making s’mores, and Texas State Parks have family-friendly events and programs for all to enjoy.

Oct. 6, 2025

Centennial Time Capsule Moves to Davis Mountains State Park

AUSTIN— The Centennial Time Capsule, which encompasses 100 years of Texas State Parks history, is once again on the move and enroute to its winter home at Davis Mountains State Park as part of its 50-year trek to every state park across the Lone Star State. The time capsule, which houses one object from every state park and support program, went on display at Blanco State Park in April of this year.

Oct. 1, 2025

Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center to Reopen Oct. 8

ATHENS – The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC) will reopen Oct. 8 following the completion of emergency repairs to a steel structural support column in the main visitor center building. The visitor center has remained closed since emergency repairs began in early August.

Sept. 11, 2025

Inks Lake State Park to Host 3rd Annual Explore Bowhunting Event

AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Community Archery Program is partnering with Inks Lake State Park in Burnet and numerous partners Oct. 11 to help the public “Explore Bowhunting”.