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Texas State Parks

Explore the state parks, state natural areas, and state historic sites of Texas. Find inspiration for hiking, camping, scenic drives, kayaking, itineraries, and more in Texas state parks.

Best Things to do at McKinney Falls State Park (Hiking & More)

October 14, 2024September 25, 2024 by Ketki
Lower Falls are popular with families because of its shallow pool

Hike to the waterfalls, swim in Onion Creek, and see Old Baldy tree on a day trip to McKinney Falls State Park near Austin, Texas.

Categories Austin, McKinney Falls State Park, Texas Hill Country (Central Texas) Tags Texas State Parks

13 Best Things to do at Inks Lake State Park, Texas

March 6, 2024March 31, 2023 by Ketki
Bluebonnets on the Pecan Flats trail at Inks Lake State Park

Discover best things to do at Inks Lake State Park in Burnet, Texas including Devils Waterhole, hiking trails, bluebonnets, wildlife & more.

Categories Texas Hill Country (Central Texas) Tags Texas Lakes, Texas Nature & Outdoors, Texas State Parks

14 Amazing State parks near San Antonio for Outdoor Lovers

November 6, 2023October 19, 2022 by Ketki
View of fall colors, hills, and the water at Garner State Park

Find best state parks near San Antonio to visit now including Garner State Park, Guadalupe River State Park, Enchanted Rock & Lost Maples.

Categories San Antonio, South Texas Plains Tags Texas Nature & Outdoors, Texas State Parks

Visiting the mysterious Caddo Lake State Park in East Texas

December 27, 2024June 6, 2022 by Ketki
Canoeing on Saw Mill Pond at Caddo Lake State Park in Texas

Find best things to do in Caddo Lake State Park in this ultimate guide to activities like kayaking, paddling, hikes, birding on Caddo Lake.

Categories Piney Woods of East Texas Tags Texas Lakes, Texas Nature & Outdoors, Texas State Parks

14 Best Texas Hill Country State Parks to Explore Now

December 6, 2024April 29, 2022 by Ketki
Cooling on the Frio River at Garner State Park is fun for all ages

Find best Texas hill country state parks for outdoor activities – Inks Lake, Colorado Bend, Lost Maples, Pedernales Falls, & Longhorn Cavern.

Categories Texas Hill Country (Central Texas) Tags Texas Nature & Outdoors, Texas State Parks

17 Best State Parks Near Austin, Texas

September 25, 2024April 28, 2022 by Ketki
McKinney Falls State Park Waterfall

Find the best state parks near Austin for hiking, swimming, fishing, and camping including Inks Lake, Pedernales Falls, Colorado Bend, etc.

Categories Austin, Texas Hill Country (Central Texas) Tags Texas Nature & Outdoors, Texas State Parks

Colorado Bend State Park: How to Visit and What to do

December 6, 2024October 29, 2021 by Ketki
Bursting colors of fall foliage surrounding the picturesque Gorman Falls in the Texas Hill Country

Find best things to do in Colorado Bend State Park, Texas including Gorman Falls Trail, swimming holes, trails, wildlife, camping and more.

Categories Texas Hill Country (Central Texas) Tags Texas State Parks

20 Amazing Things to do in Palo Duro Canyon State Park, Texas

October 5, 2023February 9, 2021 by Ketki
Stunning sunrise views at Palo Duro Canyon

Discover the best things to do in Palo Duro Canyon in Texas including Lighthouse Trail, Scenic drive, camping, ziplining, and more.

Categories Texas Panhandle Plains Tags Texas Nature & Outdoors, Texas State Parks

My Favorite 28 Texas State Parks that are a world apart

November 7, 2024January 22, 2021 by Ketki
Sunrise with cypress trees in the swamp of the Caddo Lake State Park Texas

I made a point of visiting best state parks in Texas and created this list Mustang Island, Colorado Bend, Inks Lake, Caddo Lake, Palo Duro, and Garner.

Categories Texas Travel Inspiration Tags Texas Nature & Outdoors, Texas State Parks
Enchanting Texas Travel Blog family in Umbrella Alley Baytown
Our family enjoying a fun day at Umbrella Alley in Baytown, Texas

Hi, I’m Ketki. I live in Houston and explore Texas with my family. Know more about me.

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