Centennial Parks Conservation Fund

In 2023, Texans voted to create the $1 billion Centennial Parks Conservation Fund  for purchasing land and developing new Texas State Parks. The interest earned on amounts credited to the fund may only be used for the creation and improvement of state parks (Tex. Constitution Art. 3 §40-e-1). 

This fund allows Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to address the demand for more public lands in Texas while conserving natural and cultural resources for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. 

Work has begun to purchase and develop new Texas State Parks! 

Development Phases 

• Phase 1 - Facilitated Public Day Use: Within 12 months of purchase, the park will be open for facilitated public day use including public hunting and guided access such as tours, events, paddling or birding.   
• Phase 2 – Expanded Public Day Use: Within 18 months of purchase, the park will be open for day use with basic essential facilities in place such as trails, parking areas and restrooms.  
• Phase 3 – Park Open: Within 48 months of purchase, the park will be open with roads, utilities, communications and facilities.  

Centennial Parks  

• Bear Creek State Park (Phase 1): Acquired in 2025. Planning is underway for public access as staff members are hired.
  • Public meetings will be held on July 8 and 9, 2026, on the Public Use Plan.
  • The park is offering occasional guided hikes. 
  • Learn more on Bear Creek's Park Development page.
• Enchanted Rock State Natural Area – Expansion (Phase 1): In 2024 and 2025, 3,702 acres were added to Enchanted Rock.
  • Public meetings will be held June 17 and 18, 2026, on the Public Use Plan.
  • Public hunts took place in the 2025-2026 hunting season.
  • The park is offering guided hikes to the new areas. 
  • Learn more on Enchanted Rock's Park Expansion page
• Post Oak Ridge State Park (Phase 1): Acquired in 2025.
  • Public hunts took place in the 2025-2026 hunting season. 
  • The park is offering occasional guided hikes. 
  • Learn more on Post Oak's Park Development page.
• Silver Lake State Park (Phase 1): Acquired in 2026.

Check back here for updates on our Centennial Parks.  

Updated June 9, 2026