Texas State Parks smash records with massive 2026 First Day Hike turnout

Texas State Parks set a national record on New Year’s Day 2026, with 12,835 participants logging over 28,000 miles to achieve record-high turnout for the fourth consecutive year.
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This Texas state park is 5th to get 'Dark Sky' designation

Caprock Canyons State Park is now an official International Dark Sky Park. The designation recognizes efforts to reduce light pollution and protect night skies. It becomes the fifth Texas park to earn ...
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Gov. Abbott makes appearance at newest Texas State Park

LAMPASAS, Texas (FOX 44) — The newest addition to the Texas State Park system, Post Oak Ridge State Park in Lampasas, was unveiled by Texas Parks and Wildlife on Friday. At the event, Texas Gov. Greg ...
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Gov. Abbott Makes Appearance at Newest State Park

LAMPASAS, Texas (FOX 44) — The newest addition to the Texas State park system, Post Oak Ridge State Park, was unveiled by Texas Parks and Wildlife on Friday. The event saw Texas Governor Greg Abbott, ...