All Park Events
- Halloween in the Park: Haunted Hike 2026
- The trails around Lake Whitney State Park grow restless as October draws near… as horror looks you right between the eyes on Halloween night! If you crave true chills, shadowy figures drifting between the trees, and whispers that follow you, if your dare! this is your invitation to walk on the haunted “Two Bridges Trail”. Step into a 1 mile Haunted Hike where the darkness feels alive, the wind carries secrets, and every snap of a twig might not be just the woods… but something watching YOU!
- BigTex Backyard Ultra: Last Runner Standing
- The Ultimate Test of Grit—4.17 miles every hour until only one runner remains. How far will the Big Tex Backyard go this year?
- Dino-bility Day!
- You’re invited to join us at Dinosaur Valley State Park for our 2nd annual Dino-bility Day - a celebration of accessibility, community, and outdoor recreation for people of all abilities!
- Lost Pines Wildlife Habitat Day
- Experience wildlife of the Lost Pines! Join in on interactive booths, activities, live wildlife, informational presentations and more at this free event at Bastrop State Park!
- Guided Summit Hike
- Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
