Spring is here and things are getting "wild" in Texas State Parks!



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*Spring is almost here and things are getting "wild" in Texas state parks!*

Spring is a wonderful time to visit your favorite parks. Warm weather, wildflowers, wildlife and wild adventures await! 

Spring Break is upon us, so parks may be filling up fast. Make reservations [ [link removed] ] for camping or a single day if you haven't already. 

Be sure to check the park status [ [link removed] ] before you leave. Please modify or cancel [ [link removed] ] your reservation if your plans change, so someone else can enjoy the park!

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Wildlife
Image of a painted bunting [ [link removed] ]

Wildlife viewing [ [link removed] ] is one of the most enjoyable things to do at state parks. With plenty of wildlife around in the spring, please keep a respectful distance and review these tips for wildlife watching [ [link removed] ]. Many parks will be hosting wildlife watching events [ [link removed] ] to help you spot various species. 

*Respect the Wildlife
*Quiet observation is key to viewing wildlife. Learn how to respect the wildlife [ [link removed] ] and other tips to leave no trace [ [link removed] ] during your park visit.

*Great Texas Birding Classic
*Register today [ [link removed] ] for the 2025 Birding Classic! This year's tournament runs daily from April 15-May 15. There are categories [ [link removed] ] for all ages and skill levels, including beginners, as well as a category specifically for state parks. The registration [ [link removed] ] deadline is April 1.

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Wildflowers
Image of a butterfly on purple wildflowers [ [link removed] ]

Wildflowers [ [link removed] ] will be blooming across the state, so get outside and enjoy the beautiful Texas landscapes! Keep an eye out for butterflies and other pollinators that are also enjoying the spring blooms. 

*Wildflower** Walks
*Enjoy the flowers with a guided nature walk [ [link removed] ]. Brush up on your blooms with this guide to common Texas wildflowers [ [link removed] ], and see what you can find at a park near you [ [link removed] ].

*Wildflower Information
*Learn more about plants and wildflowers [ [link removed] ] that you may see in state parks this spring.

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*Wild Adventures*
A group of people paddling on Inks Lake [ [link removed] ]

State parks offer adventurous activities [ [link removed] ] for all ages!

*Things to Do*
There is no shortage of fun and exciting things to do at parks. Whether you're interested in swimming [ [link removed] ], hitting the trails for some biking [ [link removed] ], or getting out on the water to go paddling [ [link removed] ] or fishing [ [link removed] ], you can find it at a park. Many parks also offer excellent stargazing [ [link removed] ] after dark.

*Where to Go*
Search state parks [ [link removed] ] using the filters to find a park with your desired activities and check out our events calendar [ [link removed] ] for upcoming adventures.

 

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Banff Film Festival [ [link removed] ]
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Wild about Volunteering
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April is National Volunteer Month and is a great time to get started volunteering to support state parks' wild things and wild places! Learn more about volunteering [ [link removed] ] and view our current volunteer opportunitie [ [link removed] ]s and state park friends groups [ [link removed] ] to find the right fit for you.

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