While national parks grab headlines and Instagram feeds, state parks deliver equally breathtaking scenery with a fraction of the visitors. In 2024, national parks welcomed over 325 million recreation visits, representing a 4% increase from the previous year. Meanwhile, the U.S. is home to more than 6,600 state park sites which protect over 14 … Read More
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From Florida’s swamps to Arizona’s desert canyons, many state parks provide the perfect mix of shelter, prey, and climate for dozens of snake species.
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November 2 marks the 3rd annual celebration of Texas State Parks Day, the reason why officials have waived the entry fee.
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Partners in Palo Duro Canyon hold annual banquet to highlight volunteer service projects.
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This state park boasts the second-largest canyon system in the country. While Texas’ summer heat can be tough, autumn brings cooler temps and gorgeous views.
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‘Pirates of the Park’ hot air balloon launch at John Stiff Park was canceled Saturday morning.
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The return marked the first hot air balloon flights in Palo Duro Canyon in more than 13 years. For this reporter, it was also a first.
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The Friday morning sky was even more spectacular over the state park when hot air balloons began to rise with the sun.
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Good news for Texas hikers, nature lovers and Texans in general – the upper rim of Palo Verde Canyon is now protected by the Texas Agricultural Land Trust.
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