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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!
Check below for events at a park near you or visit the events calendar for a complete list of all First Day Hikes and activities.
You can make reservations for most state parks up to 5 months in advance for overnight visits and up to 30 days in advance for day passes.
2025 First Day Hike at Fort Boggy State Park. Start your year outside with a leisurely hike down the newly opened Tunnel Trail.
Tri-Park-A-Thon 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 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 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.
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First Day Hike 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 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 at Galveston Island State Park. Kick off 2025 with a refreshing bird walk at Galveston Island State Park!
First Day Hike 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!
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First Day Hike at Goliad State Park & Historic Site. Greet the first sunrise of the year with a sunrise hike!
First Day Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Hikes at Lake Corpus Christi State Park. Spend the first day of 2025 exploring our trails at your own pace.
First Day Hike! 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! at Estero Llano Grande State Park. Join us on our annual First Day Hike, a fun way to fulfill those New Year's resolutions!
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First Day Hike -- Self-Guided at Monahans Sandhills State Park. Hike our nature trail or blaze your own trail in the dunes!
2025 First Day Hikes 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 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 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.
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Texas State Parks Pass
A Texas State Parks Pass 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 of your pass – while supplies last!
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