History
Government Canyon State Natural Area is a 12,011-acre area in Bexar County, just outside San Antonio. The state natural area was purchased...
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River Through TimeMany folks come here to swim, but the park is more than a great swimming hole. Beautiful scenery and colorful history await, just...
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Things to DoEntry into Honey Creek is by guided tours only. The diverse geology, flora and fauna make Honey Creek a special place for all visitors ...
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On the Banks of the BlancoCome for a picnic, afternoon swim, fishing trip or a weekend campout on the banks of the spring-fed Blanco River. We&rsqu...
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Old Tunnel State Park was acquired by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) in 1991. In 2012, Old Tunnel was transferred to the State Park...
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HISTORY
Hill Country State Natural Area is located in Bandera and Medina counties, 45 miles northwest of San Antonio. The 5,369.8-acre site was ac...
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Take Me to the RiverFlowing over and around huge slabs of limestone, the Pedernales River can be turbulent. But most often it is tranquil, and a gr...
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Quiet GetawayWithin easy driving distance of both Austin and San Antonio you’ll find a quiet getaway: Lockhart State Park. Come for a morning...
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Central Texas Tropics!A little piece of the tropics lies just an hour from Austin and San Antonio. With multiple sources of water (including the Sa...
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Choke Canyon State Park, consisting of two units, South Shore and Calliham, is located on the 26,000-acre Choke Canyon Reservoir, a water supply fo...
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Rugged BeautyListen to Onion Creek flowing over limestone ledges and splashing into pools. Follow trails winding through the Hill Country woods. Ex...
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South Texas RetreatWatch the sun rise over the lake while birds sing in the brush. Spend the day casting for your next big fish story. Come see us ...
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Zilker Metropolitan Park is considered "Austin's most-loved park." This 351-acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and special ...
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Park History
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area sits on Big Sandy Creek on the border of Gillespie and Llano counties. It is 18 miles north of Fred...
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Changing BeautyYou may know Lost Maples for its fall color, but it is spectacular year-round. Visit any time to see abundant wildflowers, stee...
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Garner State Park is a great place to visit for a swim or hike, or to enjoy a relaxing weekend. With 2.9 miles of Frio River winding through 1,774 ...
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Hill Country GemInks Lake State Park offers family fun on water and land. With its sparkling blue water, colorful rock outcrops, and striking sunse...
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Just west of town, cruise through the San Antonio River Valley Historic District on a scenic driving tour of ranches and farms. Along the way, paus...
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Many Cultures, One TexasNative Americans, Spanish explorers and missionaries, Texian soldiers and early settlers walked the land of what is now Gol...
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Ever wonder why we celebrate Cinco de Mayo? This day honors General Ignacio Zaragoza, who defeated the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Visi...
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