At Lake Tawakoni State Park near Dallas, birdwatch, fish, hike, camp and learn how to cook just about anything Dutch oven style as part of the Texas Outdoor Family workshops.
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Birds and more at Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is a birding hotspot, with hundreds of species living here or passing through on migrations. Visitors can also spot alligators and other wildlife, hike miles of trails, or check out the Houston Museum of Science George Observatory.
Sea Rim State Park
Fish, camp, kayak, wildlife watch, or just hang out on one of the most remote beaches in Texas. The park offers loaner fishing gear and kayak rentals, along with a six-person cabin to rent and a floating tent platform.
Bat Signal at the Sinkhole
Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is famous for the bats that spend summer in the 350-foot deep collapsed cave. Guests can join viewing tours May through October from Rocksprings.
Hanging out with the Hawks
In March and April, migrating hawks stream through Bentsen Rio Grande State Park in south Texas. The park has a hawk tower and rents binoculars, the better to see the birds, and visitors can help count them for conservation.
Star-filled Skies at South Llano River State Park
With official Dark Sky designation, this Texas Hill Country park offers stellar stargazing, as well as hiking, wildlife watching, and river frontage. Read about how to best enjoy what the park has to offer.
Christmas Traditions at Historic Fort Leaton
This circa-1800s compound on the Rio Grande celebrates the holidays with centuries old traditions, including a posada, luminarias, tamales, and pinatas. Read how to experience it for yourself.
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