Texas State Parks

Exciting day! 🥳 Today we celebrated the grand opening of Palo Pinto Mountains State Park, west of Fort Worth. Thank you to everyone that attended! Special thanks to @GovAbbottPress & @TPWFoundation

CATFISH ARE COMING 🎣 Starting this Friday, we’ll stock Neighborhood Fishing lakes around Texas through October (with a brief pause during the August heat). Details 👉 tinyurl.com/CatfishStockin… Español: tinyurl.com/CatfishStockin…

April is #TexasStateParks Month at @WholeEarthProv 🎉🥾 Donate to parks and get perks! Celebrate with these 2 Texas originals all month long. 👉 wholeearthprovision.com/info/texas-sta…

A fan favorite is expanding! This means more land to explore and more room for the bison to roam. 🦬 We’ll develop a plan with input from the public to determine recreational opportunities for the expansion of Caprock Canyons. DETAILS: shorturl.at/vNBkU 📸 Brady Cowen

The Bastrop State Park #SpringPineFire is over 50% contained as crews continue fire response. Smoke may remain for a few days. Check latest park updates at tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/ba… ⚠️Please respect road closures and first responder safety.

There is a wildfire at Bastrop State Park. The park has evacuated areas impacted by the ongoing #SpringPineFire. We are working with local emergency management to respond to the situation. ⚠️ Please respect road closure barricades and first responder safety.

Help shape the future of this state park! 🛠️ Bear Creek State Park is a new 1,700+ acre park along the Frio River in Uvalde County. We’re inviting the community to share ideas and help guide what this park becomes. 👉 DETAILS, shorturl.at/TjZLd

Discover the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers across Texas. Explore historic forts, parks, and communities that tell their story on the new Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Trail website, created by @TPWDnews and @TxHistComm. Start exploring: texastimetravel.com/buffalo-soldie…

So stinkin’ cute 🥰 No literally, these little guys can get stinky. The musk turtle is a small freshwater turtle known for its ability to release a foul musky odor from scent glands on the edge of its shell, earning the nickname stinkpot. 📸 Galveston Island State Park

Texas' newest state park opens for visitors on March 1 🥳🎉⛺️ Located between Abilene and DFW, Palo Pinto Mountains State Park offers plenty of room to hike, bike, camp, fish, and explore. DETAILS at tpwd.texas.gov/newsmedia/rele…

Summer Internships now OPEN! 🎉 Apply now 👀👇

Spring Break is our busiest season and availability goes fast. Whether you’re a planner or a procrastinator, now’s the moment to lock in your adventure. 🏖️ Reserve early at, tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/re…

Love makes everyone act a little wild… 🦌 Two bucks competing for breeding rights during rutting season, the deer version of cuffing season. Rutting season typically happens in late September to early November 🎥 Choke Canyon State Park

TEXAS SMASHES A NEW RECORD FOR FIRST DAY HIKES! 🎉🥳 12,000+ people got a fresh start to the New Year at a Texas State Park. Texas outpaced the nation with the most sites, events and participants 💅🏽 👀 See which parks led the pack at tinyurl.com/FDHRecord

Texans brace yourself! 🥶 This weekend be prepared for low temps, high winds, and icy roads. Make sure to plan ahead, be prepared, and stay safe! 🚙 Check road conditions at DriveTexas.org 🏕️ Check for park alerts before you head out, shorturl.at/lK62c

Learn more about this park here 🔗tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/go…

Almost time! ⏰ Starting January 20th, Government Canyon will be rolling out with new hours of operation. That's more time to enjoy the great outdoors! NEW HOURS ⤵️ Friday - Monday: 7AM-10PM Tuesday - Thursday: 7AM-8PM Camping will now be possible 7 days/week.

Bobcat beach getaway 🐚☀️🏖️ Talk about adaptable! This bobcat was spotted exploring Sea Rim’s salt marsh and Gambusia boardwalk. 📸 Daniel Bodwen 📍 Sea Rim State Park (Sabine Pass, TX.)

Seeking input on the Public Use Plan for Post Oak Ridge State Park near Lampasas outlining future recreational access, trail design, wildlife and habitat protection, and more. 🗓️ Public meetings scheduled in Austin and Lampasas Jan 14 and 15. Details at tinyurl.com/PostOakMtgs

Become a State Parks Ambassador! 🤠 The State Parks Ambassador Program connects young adults with volunteer opportunities and real park experiences. Applications for Central and West Texas are now open until Jan. 31, 2026. 👉 Apply here, shorturl.at/qJypJ