Ring in the new year with a First Day Hike, bike or walk in Texas State Parks on January 1.



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The end of the year is quickly approaching. As we look forward to the new year, plan to start 2025 off on the right (and left) foot with a hike, stroll, dog walk, bike ride or winter water plunge in your favorite state park.

Whether exercising your body, relaxing your mind or enjoying some social time with friends and family, your parks offer outdoor fun for everyone [ [link removed] ]!

Check below for events at a park near you or visit the events calendar [ [link removed] ] for a complete list of all First Day Hikes and activities.

You can make reservations [ [link removed] ] for most state parks up to 5 months in advance for overnight visits and up to 30 days in advance for day passes.

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Austin and San Antonio Area

Government Canyon

New Year's Resolutions First Day Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit. *Join us on January 1 as we combine the power of resolutions with the serenity of nature!

First Day Hike - 1 Mile Loop [ [link removed] ] at *Buescher State Park. *Start 2025 off on the right foot by strapping on your hiking boots and going on a guided First Day Hike in Buescher State Park!

Inks First Day Events! [ [link removed] ] at *Inks Lake State Park. *Join us for several events spanning New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

First Day Hike: Family-Friendly Morning Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Government Canyon State Natural Area.* Start the new year with a leisurely hike at Government Canyon State Natural Area with the Friends of Government Canyon.

 

*More Austin [ [link removed] ] and San Antonio [ [link removed] ] area events.*



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Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Cleburne SP

2025 First Day Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Fort Boggy State Park.* Start your year outside with a leisurely hike down the newly opened Tunnel Trail.

Tri-Park-A-Thon [ [link removed] ] at *Ray Roberts Lake State Park.* Join rangers at Ray Roberts for our 2nd annual hike across all 3 units.

First Day Reflections of 2024 and Nature Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Lake Whitney State Park. *Join us for the First Day Hike tradition when adventurers of all ages and skill levels come together to explore the great outdoors. This hike will focus on reflections and gratitude for nature as we kick off the New Year.

First Day Hikes and Possum Plunge [ [link removed] ] at *Possum Kingdom State Park. *Ring in the new year with a guided hike to the summit of Longhorn Trail. Then cool off with the Possum Plunge. This refreshing dip into the cold waters of Possum Kingdom Lake is sure to sharpen the senses for 2025! Then, finish off the day with a final hike up the Chapparal Trail.

 

*More Dallas/Fort Worth [ [link removed] ] area events.*



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Tyler Area

Martin Creek

B.A.R.K. Ranger First Day Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Daingerfield State Park. *Join us for a stroll around day use area with your B.A.R.K. Ranger!

First Day Hike: New Year's Resolution Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Martin Creek Lake State Park. *Get your new year started on the right foot!

First Day Self-guided Hike, Bike and/or Ride [ [link removed] ] at *Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit. *Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature! After you complete your hike and/or ride, stop by park headquarters from 8:15 a.m.–4:30 p.m. to get your First Day Hike sticker (while supplies last)!

First Day Hike 2025 [ [link removed] ] at *Lake Bob Sandlin State Park. *Start off the New Year with a hike in the park!

 

*More Tyler [ [link removed] ] area events.*



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Houston Area

Sheldon Lake SP

First Day Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Brazos Bend State Park. *Join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park on Jan. 1. First Day Hike stickers will be available while supplies last.

First Day Dog Walk [ [link removed] ] at *Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center. *Start off the New Year on the right foot by joining us for our First Day Hike, pups included!

First Day Hike - Bird Walk [ [link removed] ] at *Galveston Island State Park. *Kick off 2025 with a refreshing bird walk at Galveston Island State Park!

First Day Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Stephen F. Austin State Park. *Begin your year with a healthy dose of nature and start a new tradition at Stephen F. Austin State Park!

 

*More Houston [ [link removed] ] area events.*



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Lubbock/Amarillo and Midland Area

Lake Colorado City SP

First Sunrise of 2025 Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Palo Duro Canyon State Park. *Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike!

Abilene Lake First Day Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Abilene State Park. *Join a member of the Park's Friends Group on an intermediate First Day Hike on our lake trail!

First Day Hike - Midnight Madness [ [link removed] ]. *San Angelo State Park. *Kick off the new year with a midnight hike!

First Day Hike - Self-guided [ [link removed] ] at *Big Spring State Park. *Start your year off with a morning hike through Big Spring State Park.

 

*More Lubbock/Amarillo [ [link removed] ] and Midland [ [link removed] ] area events.*



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Brownsville and Corpus Christi Area

Lake Corpus Christi

First Day Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Goliad State Park & Historic Site. *Greet the first sunrise of the year with a sunrise hike!

First Day Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Hikes [ [link removed] ] at *Lake Corpus Christi State Park. *Spend the first day of 2025 exploring our trails at your own pace.

First Day Hike! [ [link removed] ] at *Resaca de la Palma State Park. *Experience the natural and cultural history of Resaca de la Palma State Park on our First Day Hike! Start 2025 off right in the outdoors!

First Day Hike - Start it Right! [ [link removed] ] at *Estero Llano Grande State Park. *Join us on our annual First Day Hike, a fun way to fulfill those New Year's resolutions!

 

*More Brownsville [ [link removed] ] area events.*



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El Paso Area

Franklin Mountains

First Day Hike -- Self-Guided [ [link removed] ] at *Monahans Sandhills State Park. *Hike our nature trail or blaze your own trail in the dunes!

2025 First Day Hikes [ [link removed] ] at *Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site. *Start the year off on the right foot and join us for a hike at Hueco Tanks!!

Mile-High First Day Hike [ [link removed] ] at *Davis Mountains State Park. *Start 2025 off on the right (or left) foot by joining us on our Mile-High First Day Hike.

First Day Hike - Mundy's Gap [ [link removed] ] at *Franklin Mountains State Park. *Let's start the new year off on the right hiking foot! Join us to work up a sweat and burn some calories while taking in the splendors of Franklin Mountains State Park. We will be hiking along a scenic trail up to Mundy's Gap – a moderate/difficult hike.

 

*More** El Paso [ [link removed] ] area events.

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Texas State Parks Pass [ [link removed] ]
Texas State Parks Pass

A Texas State Parks Pass [ [link removed] ] gives you and your guests unlimited visits to 85+ parks for one year. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, get this FREE, limited-time, exclusive decal with the purchase or renewal [ [link removed] ] of your pass – while supplies last!



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