Want to explore a new Texas park before it opens? Here's your chance.

A long-awaited addition to Texas' state parks has taken another step forward, even though an official opening date hasn't ...
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Where to stay near Big Bend, West Texas's stunning national park

Long revered for its light-soaked river canyons and craggy mountain peaks, Big Bend National Park is a haven for Texas ...
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In the mountains of Far West Texas, a new public park starts to take shape

The Chinati Mountains State Natural Area encompasses 39,000 acres of pristine Chihuahuan Desert landscape. Marfa Public Radio recently got a sneak peek of the new park, which is not set to formally ...
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This Massive U.S. National Park Is Larger Than Rhode Island and Contains Its Own Mountain Range

Here’s everything you need to know before visiting Big Bend National Park in Texas, from what to do to where to stay.
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Top 10 countdown: These are the most popular Texas state parks each winter

This story is part of the KXAN Data Hub, where numbers help tell the whole story. AUSTIN (KXAN) — Looking for an outdoor adventure this winter? Depending on the weather, one of Texas’ many state parks ...