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Seminole Canyon State Park


Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site is along the Rio Grande near Del Rio. Rock artists from 7,000 years ago still have their mark with more than 200 pictograph sites. Come and explore the state parks biggest attraction, recreate on almost 10 miles of trails, and enjoy Chihuahuan Desert wildlife. For more information go to: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/seminole-canyon Full Episode: https://youtu.be/F4kJgvL28Bw Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 25, Season 39, Program 3225 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #outdoors #texas

Franklin Mountains State Park


Franklin Mountains State Park is the largest urban park in the nation. It covers about 40 square miles, all within the city limits of El Paso. The park's rugged terrain offers great hiking, biking and rock climbing. Visit for the day or camp overnight. Look for wildlife or bring a picnic. For more information about Franklin Mountain State Park go to: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/franklin-mountains Full Episode: https://youtu.be/4aUOhj7e2Ao Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 23, Season 39, Program 3223 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park


Lake Casa Blanca International State Park is located near the Texas border town of Laredo. The park's 1,650-acre lake is a great spot for fishing, boating, and birdwatching. The park is a popular gathering spot for locals seeking a getaway from urban life and for winter Texans (or "snowbirds") who enjoy the area's mild winter climate. The park offers facilities for picnicking, camping, and group gatherings. For more information about Lake Casa Blanca State Park go to https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-casa-blanca Full Episode: https://youtu.be/BpOStqUJMvg Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 19, Season 39, Program 3219. When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #texas #outdoors

Possum Kingdom State Park


Possum Kingdom State Park offers fun on the water and on land. Grab your family, fishing pole and swimsuit and head for the clear blue water and striking scenery at Possum Kingdom State Park. It's located just an hour west of the DFW metroplex. For more information about Possum Kingdom State Park go to: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/possum-kingdom Full Episode: https://youtu.be/IjJRXyTzBYQ Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 17, Season 39, Program 3218 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas

Copper Breaks State Park


Home to the Texas State Longhorn Herd, Copper Breaks State Parks offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. From hiking, biking, to stargazing at one of the darkest skies in the state, there is a slice of nature for everyone to enjoy. After dark, Copper Breaks offers an unprecedented view of the night sky. For more information about Copper Breaks State Park go to: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/copper-breaks Full Episode: https://youtu.be/EzLDsD-WZr4 Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 16, Season 39, Program 3218 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas

Biking Trails at Caprock Canyons State Park


From biking over natural bridges to underneath train tunnels, Caprock Canyons State Park offers a variety of mountain biking trails for all skill levels. The most popular biking trails are Eagle Point, the Trailway at Monks Crossing, and Canyon Rim. Each trail offers amazing views of the canyons as well as the possibility to see the unique wildlife species that reside at Caprock Canyons State Park. For more information about Caprock Canyon State Park go to: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/caprock-canyons Full Episode: https://youtu.be/EzLDsD-WZr4 Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 16, Season 39, Program 3218 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #biking #mountainbiking #bikinglife #bikingcommunity #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #texasoutdoors #outdooradventure #texas #outdoors

Mission Tejas State Park


Near the northern end of the Davy Crockett National Forest, quiet Mission Tejas once sat at a crossroads of early Texas history. Visit two of the park’s historic features: Mission San Francisco de los Tejas and the Rice Family Log Home. For more information go to https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/mission-tejas Full Episode: https://youtu.be/ERG7prBxHW0 Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 13, Season 39, Program 3213 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #texashistory #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #outdoors #texas #history

Caprock Canyons State Park


Home to the Texas State Bison Herd, Caprock Canyons offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. With a Bison herd of 300+ strong, visitors can safely observe the largest mammal in North America as they roam across the canyonlands. From hiking through the canyon range, camping under the night sky, or observing unique wildlife, Caprock Canyons is a must-see state park. For more information go to https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/caprock-canyons Full Episode: https://youtu.be/HSE6qtidKVI Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 12, Season 39, Program 3212 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #texas #outdoors

Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site


On the edge of El Paso is a desert destination people have been visiting for thousands of years. The beauty of this West Texas oasis is on full display at Hueco Tanks State Park and Historic Site, where stories are told through hundreds of Native American pictographs. For more information about Hueco Tanks State Park go to: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/hueco-tanks Full Episode: https://youtu.be/cbDviWrJwmw Texas Parks and Wildlife Episode 11, Season 39, Program 3211 When to watch on Texas PBS stations: https://tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/tv/tvwhere.phtml #texasstateparks #stateparks #statepark #outdooradventure #texasoutdoors #texas #outdoors

Goose Island State Park


Lapping water and Gulf breezes: We must be on the coast! Goose Island offers camping, fishing and birding along St. Charles and Aransas bays, north of Corpus Christi. #betteroutside #texasstateparks #texasfishing

Famous Trees of Texas State Parks


From majestic oaks to towering cypress, our state parks contain many remarkable trees. Three of them have risen to such a level of historical importance that they have been included on the Texas A&M Forest Service’s Famous Trees of Texas Registry. Get to know a few of the state park system’s most famous trees and see what makes them special. Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation has partnered with TPWD to celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks. H-E-B, the presenting sponsor of the Centennial Celebration, donated $1 million to help Texas State Parks engage all Texans in discovering and exploring their parks. For more information: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/100years/ #TexasStateParks

San Angelo State Park


For a day of fun at San Angelo State Park, you can camp, hike, bike, or saddle up your horse. Or you can hit the water for some fishing, swimming and boating. Hikers, bikers and horseback riders find adventure on over 50 miles of trails.

Big Spring State Park


Stop for a walk, rest, or picnic, and see why travelers have long enjoyed this birds-eye view of Big Spring. #TexasStateParks #BigSpringStatePark

Lake Somerville State Park and Trailway


Fishing, camping, mountain biking, horseback riding, birding, hiking – whatever your outdoor passion, you can pursue it at Lake Somerville State Park and Trailway.

Hill Country State Natural Area


Outside of Bandera, just 45 miles from San Antonio, Hill Country State Natural Area seems much further from civilization than it really is. The unspoiled vistas and challenging terrain draw hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrian trail riders alike. For more information, visit https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/hill-country

Texas State Parks Welcome Video


Welcome to Texas State Parks! Here are some tips for being safe, protecting the park, and having a great stay. Explore our website at TexasStateParks.org #TexasStateParks

Cooper Lake State Park


Since first opening in the 1990s, Cooper Lake State Park has become an outdoor recreation hotspot in Northeast Texas. Fishing, hiking, swimming and camping are just a few things to do in and around the 20,000 acre lake. Learn more at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/cooper-lake

Terroir


Sometimes the journey is as big as the destination, especially if you’re carrying everything you need while camping and traveling by bicycle. Off-road bicycling meets backpacking in this adventure travelogue, as a group from Texas Tech University tests their endurance and documents their trek through Big Bend Ranch State Park. CREDITS: Producers / Directors / Photographers / Writers / Editors Jerod Foster Simon Parmley Justin Rex Producer Anna Claire Beasley Director of Photography Simon Parmley Additional Photography Tanner Fowler Ian Smith Alex LeBlanc TR Kerr Music Jerod Foster Judson Eddins Tyler Serrato Scott Faris, Amusement Park Studio Special Thanks Texas Tech University, College of Media & Communication Texas Tech University Outdoor Pursuits Center Oveja Negra Bikepacking Mountain Hideaway Velocity Bike Shop Desert Sports Patrick Farnsworth Seth Foster Stacy Stockard Caliva Brandon Weaver Lane Wilson #BigBend #BigBendRanchStatePark #BikePacking #Adventure

Government Canyon State Natural Area


Hit the trails at Government Canyon State Natural Area, with hiking, biking, and birding. And see what makes this 12,000 acre wild urban escape unique. For more information: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/government-canyon

Mountain Biking Big Bend Ranch State Park


Mountain biking at Big Bend Ranch State Park is not for the faint of heart. The country is rugged and the trails can be challenging, but the opportunities are as boundless as the vistas. For more information: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/big-bend-ranch

Trail Through Time: Lake Mineral Wells Trailway


Trail Through Time: Lake Mineral Wells Trailway Where trains once traveled, hikers and bikers now reign, on a protected pathway connecting Weatherford and Mineral Wells. Find out more at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-mineral-wells

Devils River State Natural Area Aerials - Postcard From Texas


Postcard From Texas Enjoy a bird’s eye view of the Devils River as it passes through the Devils River State Natural Area Del Norte Unit located in Val Verde County. Find out more about the Devils River State Natural Area at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/devils-river

Inks Lake State Park, Texas


A little over an hour northwest of Austin, Inks Lake State Park offers a pristine hill country experience. Visitors enjoy swimming, fishing, camping and hiking. For more information & current conditions visit: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/inks-lake This video was produced in 2010.

Lake Corpus Christi State Park, Texas


Lake Corpus Christi State Park Families have been coming to this south Texas camping spot for generations. From lake activities to birding and hiking, Lake Corpus Christi has just what folks need for a great getaway. Find out more about Lake Corpus Christi State Park at: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-corpus-christi

Dutch Oven Devotees


Dutch Oven Devotees Members of the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society whip up some tasty dishes at Cleburne State Park. Find the Lone Star Dutch Oven Society on Facebook or at: http://lsdos.com/