Parks

How Three Men in Wheelchairs Summited Guadalupe Peak in the Early 1980s

May 30, 2023 | By Andrew Stuart

For a New Outdoor Activity, Archery Hits the Bull’s-eye at Lockhart State Park

May 15, 2023 | By Melissa Gaskill

The Texas State Parks system marks its 100th anniversary this year. With 89 parks, natural areas, and historic sites to choose from, visitors can experience all kinds of outdoor activities.

Musicians Go Wild on New Album Celebrating Texas State Parks

May 2, 2023 | By Joe Gross

A few years ago, Anne Brown had an idea. As the executive director of Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation, she started contemplating the centennial of the Texas State Parks system in 2023 and how the organization could celebrate it.

Get Cooking Around the Campfire with These Tips and Tricks

May 2, 2023 | By Abigail Rosenthal

How Longhorn Cavern Was Carved by Hand

May 2, 2023 | By Bobby Alemán

An Adventurer’s Guide to Texas State Parks

May 2, 2023 | By Pam LeBlanc

Why We Should Care About Public Land

May 2, 2023 | By Rick Bass

Find Adventure in Texas’ Lesser-Known State Parks

May 2, 2023 | By Clayton Maxwell

Eat Like a Member of the Civilian Conservation Corps

May 2, 2023 | By Danielle Lopez

When the Sun Goes Down at Texas State Parks

May 2, 2023 | By

The Floating Campsite at Sea Rim State Park Is a One-of-a-Kind Experience

May 2, 2023 | By Dan Oko

Bird Blinds Offer State Park Visitors and Migratory Birds a Tranquil Escape

May 2, 2023 | By Melissa Gaskill

A Day Spent at Lake Bastrop Trailway Rewards Human and Canine Adventurers

April 28, 2023 | By Robyn Ross

When my dog and I go hiking, I try to find trails that meet three criteria.

The Houston Zoo’s New Galápagos Islands Exhibit Enchants and Educates

April 12, 2023 | By Layne Van Vranken

In 2018, the Houston Zoo announced an ambitious capital campaign to revitalize the sought-after Texas destination, introduce additional attractions to highlight the world’s animal population, and focus on issues related to conservation and how best to protect the planet.

The June 2023 cover of Texas Highways Magazine

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