Upcoming Events
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33rd Annual Kid's Fishing Day
Career Fair - 100 Year Celebration
Special Geocache Challenge: It's All About Water
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Hike to the Dinosaur Tracks
Our Past, Present & Future: 100 Million Years Ago to 100 Years From Now
Experience a Day in the Life of a CCC Enrollee
Guided Hike to the Savannah Restoration Area
The History of Government Canyon
45th Birthday Celebration
Pioneer and Settler Day!
100 Years of State Parks Celebration
History of Texas State Parks
In 1923, Governor Pat Neff persuaded the legislature to create the State Parks Board. He later regarded this action as his most important achievement as governor. In a 1925 speech, Neff notes that a parks system would afford a place where people “might go and forget the anxiety and strife and vexation of life's daily grind.”
Promotions
Our 100 Years Celebration is a great time to explore our great parks with special events, catch-up on exciting future plans for parks and connect with the next generation of park visitors. Stay tuned for opportunities to celebrate the diversity of wildlife, activities and history of Texas State Parks.
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Texas State Parks Guide Mobile App
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Texas State Parks Guide Booklet
This full-color, digest-sized, free publication provides maps, amenities, activities and visitor program information. Download the guide as a PDF or find at state park near you.