Celebrate Texas State Parks Day with free admission statewide Nov. 2. Plan ahead—popular parks fill fast, and other fees may ...

With the weather cooling down, it's a good time to go outdoors in Texas, especially if it's at no cost. Texas State Parks is ...

On Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, everyone can visit a state park for the day for free. There are 89 Texas State Parks. Here is what ...

With cooler weather on the way, Houstonians seeking a taste of nature can do so for free on Texas State Parks Day on Sunday, ...

Garner State Park is the most visited park in Texas with 464,733 visitors in 2024, according to TPWD. Located near Uvalde, ...

On Nov. 2, the state will forgo the $8 entry fee charged at the state's parks in honor of Texas State Parks Day.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department spent September connecting veterans to nature at state parks across Texas to highlight suicide prevention awareness month. The department’s third annual hike ...

Texas residents and visitors can enjoy free admission to a state park on Nov. 2 in celebration of Texas State Parks Day, ...

On November 2, Texas will offer free admission to all 89 state parks. In honor of Texas State Parks Day, Texans can enjoy day-use activities like hiking, park programs, biking, swimming, ...

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