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100 years
100 years

Celebrating 100 years of State Parks.

Celebrating 100 years of State Parks.

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Events

March 21 | 7:30 AM

Spring Bird Walk

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March 21 | 9:00 AM

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Discover new ways to explore the outdoors! State parks offer hiking, stargazing, swimming, fishing, boating and paddling, camping and much more.

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Many parks have at least some accessible facilities, including restrooms, campsites, trails and visitor centers. We are committed to making our facilities and our information available to as many Texans as possible.

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State Parks for Beginners

The great outdoors awaits you in Texas State Parks. Choose from over 80 parks, natural areas, historic sites and visitor centers. Follow these steps to plan your trip. Choose a park, plan your visit and make your reservation.

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Free Fishing in State Parks

Did you know you can fish without fishing license or stamps in Texas state parks? Texas State Parks are proud to host “Free Fishing in State Parks” a year-round program to encourage folks to spend time enjoying one of America's greatest pastimes.

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Now find your perfect state park escape using the Texas State Parks Official Guide for Apple and Android devices. The free app locates campgrounds, cabins, trails and places to hike, bike, swim, fish or kayak. And it'll give you all the details on 89 state parks in Texas.

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