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Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. See our AI policy , and give us feedback . FORT WORTH — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will open the state’s ...

AUSTIN Celebrate the beginning of a new year and the start of America’s semiquincentennial (America 250) with a First Day Hike at a Texas State Park. This annual tradition is a unique opportunity for ...

Parks with the Dark Sky Park designation are recognized for their efforts to conserve the natural skies in their area and limit light pollution at night.

This tucked-away Texas park delivers dramatic canyon scenery, roaming bison herds, scenic hiking trails, peaceful camping, and remarkably dark night skies.

STRAWN — On the first morning of the year, a line of cars was already wrapping around the entrance of Texas’ soon-to-be newest state park. Hundreds of visitors from Beaumont, Austin, Dallas and San ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas’ newest state park is expected to open sometime in 2026, and the public is invited to get a sneak peek on New Year’s Day. While an official opening date for Palo Pinto Mountains ...

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