Category Archives: State Parks

Christmas in Texas State Parks

Posted on December 1, 2011 by joanie7

For those who love the outdoors, there is plenty going on at the Texas State Parks this Christmas! Many state parks have some type of Christmas-themed activity going on including hikes, carols, story-tellings, apple cider, cookies, and hot chocolate. Be … Continue reading →

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New Texas State Park in our future!

Posted on November 5, 2011 by joanie7

Texas Parks and Wildlife News Release Texas Parks and Wildlife Buys North Texas Land for Future State Park AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department closed on the purchase of 3,333 acres of Cross Timbers region ranch land from … Continue reading →

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Most Popular Texas State Parks

Posted on October 22, 2011 by joanie7

2011 Texas State Park Visitation Stats Released Is one of your favorites listed here? Despite record-breaking heat, a relentless drought and wildfires that struck several parks, overall visitation to Texas state parks increased slightly to 7.7 million during the fiscal … Continue reading →

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Cedar Hill State Park 20th Anniversary

Posted on October 20, 2011 by joanie7

Texas Parks & Wildlife News Release Cedar Hill State Park to Celebrate 20th Birthday This Saturday CEDAR HILL – What has become one of Texas’ most popular state parks will celebrate its 20th anniversary on Saturday with a host of … Continue reading →

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Possum Kingdom State Park and Davis Mountains State Park are open to visitors

Posted on October 9, 2011 by joanie7

Texas Parks & Wildlife News Release Parks Open for Business After Spring Wildfires Two state parks are again open for visitors: Possum Kingdom State Park and Davis Mountains State Park. Both of these popular state parks re-opened in May after … Continue reading →

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