Park news
What's changing at Texas state parks: closures and reopenings, new land, events and anything else that affects a trip. Each story links to the reporting it's based on. For trip ideas and guides, see the blog.
Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area Adds 1,200 Acres, With Trails Planned
TPWD is adding 1,200 acres to Devil's Sinkhole near Rocksprings, with about 10 miles of trails planned over the next few years.
A 650-Acre Ranch on Lake Palestine Will Become a Texas State Park
A nonprofit bought 650 lakefront acres in Henderson County for a future state park. TPWD expects to buy it in late 2027 and open it in phases.