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Dinosaur Valley State Park © Karyl K Holloway
Eisenhower State Park Constellation © Jenny Carter
This was taken from Fossil Ridge campground 160.
Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge Aligator © Pat Butaud
Odd colored aligator. January 2010
Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge Javelina © Dennis Eccleston
The Javelina or Collared Peccary is a common sight under the bird feeders at least until the prickly pear cactus comes into spring flowering where they often fight over seed droppings while green jays often feed for these same seeds on their backs.
Balmorhea State Park Thousands of Fish © Allyson Ricketts
A typical Autumn day in Balmorhea State Park, Toyahvale Texas. The water is crystal clear and is ideal for snorkel activities and scuba.
Eisenhower State Park Painting with Light © Jenny Carter
Campsite 160 in Fossil Ridge Campground
Dinosaur Valley State Park © Karyl K Holloway
Walk on the Beach © stateparks.com
Mockingbird © stateparks.com
Spring Hike © stateparks.com
Picnic Table © stateparks.com
It is always a great day for a picnic in the park.
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The Texas State Parks and Wildlife Department has preserved many of the most scenic areas in Central Texas as state parks. Take some time to explore the most beautiful landscapes in Central Texas with some of these...more
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 • 76 State Parks
 • 4 State Forests
 • 2 State Historic Sites

 • State Fish Hatchery
 • 2 State Natural Areas
 • 5 National Parks

 • 5 National Forests
 • National Memorial
 • National Historic Site

 • National Historic Park
 • 2 National Monuments
 • 10 National Wildlife Refuges

 • 2 National Recreation Areas
 • National Seashore
 • 17 Army Corps of Engineerss


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Texas Parks Visitor Reviews
10/24/2022 Fort Belknap State Park by James_E_B
review rating - 1 to 5 stars Long Day Trip from Whitesboro, Tx. - My wife and I stopped at Fort Belknap several years ago. The lady operating the area opened up and let us see the museum. Everything was neat and well kept. One would be amazed at the size of the grape vines at the post. They look like small trees. I was really impressed The arbor covers picnic tables or did at that time. I understood the county had rebuilt the fort from its ruins. I enjoyed the trip and will go back.
8/15/2021 Balmorhea State Park by Emily_M
review rating - 1 to 5 stars Emily Marquez -
review rating - 1 to 5 stars Washington on the Brazos -
4/8/2021 Angelina National Forest by devon.simonis_
review rating - 1 to 5 stars Old Sawmill - It is predey to walk throw the trees
10/17/2020 Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge by Treon Rogers
review rating - 1 to 5 stars Lots of laughs and learning - We learned so much about bird species and just awe inspiring experiences walking the Willow Trail on elevated platform and Shoveler Pond. Didnt expect the alligators we saw but that was added bonus. East Unit was closed and so was visitor center due to Covid. It was sad but allowed us to spend so much more time on the other two places. Its a place everyone should make time for. Mosquito repellent and water a must.
review rating - 1 to 5 stars - SOME 15 YRS AGO IT WAS BEAUTIFUL REMEMBER DEER ON THE RD. WHILE I WAS WALKING ALLIGATORS IN A FENCED POND THE FENCE WAS BROKEN OFF I WAS AFRAID THEY COME OUT I WAS OK ....PLAN TO GO VISIT AGAIN SOON ITS BEAUTIFUL
7/8/2019 W G Jones State Forest by Woodlands Mom
review rating - 1 to 5 stars Jones State Forest is Saved - Thank you Senator Creighton for saving Jones State Forest SB 345 was signed by the Governor to protect 100 of the forest forever.
11/9/2017 Palmetto State Park by vern
review rating - 1 to 5 stars great park - excellent park very clean tidy washrooms were very clean park hosts Jim and Sue were fabulous helping park and finding local area attractions
9/18/2017 Eisenhower State Park by Mario Sr
review rating - 1 to 5 stars - Eisenhower does not allow forearms even if liscensed. Claim to follow federal rules.
3/27/2017 W G Jones State Forest by J. Billig
review rating - 1 to 5 stars W.G. Jones Park Under Threat - A recent state bill was introduced to allow bulldozing of areas of the W.G. Jones Park for commercial buildings. SB 1964 was recently sponsored by Sen Creighton. It would effectively destroy this park.
9/28/2016 Possum Kingdom State Park by Jame Sea
review rating - 1 to 5 stars First time visitor - This park is lovely. Having a level spot is essential in my van. Lots of shade, electricity, water, fire rings, picnic tables and showers in the bath! What more could you want. Entrance and 2 nights = $52.00
review rating - 1 to 5 stars - Its a wonderful place to go horseback riding. The trails are nice wide and very well kept. Mostly shaded, good parking, and with a nice mounting block for those people who need it.
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