Things are heating up in your Texas state arks. Here are some tips to help make the most of your summer-time visit.



View as a Webpage [ [link removed] ]

Summer Fun in Texas State Parks [ [link removed] ]

Pedernales Falls State Park



Summer is here and Texas temps are rising, but you can visit your favorite park for fun ways to chill out and enjoy the summer!

Your parks offer some of the best places to paddle, swim, stargaze, fish and more!

*Make reservations* [ [link removed] ] for day passes up to 30 days before your visit or book up to 5 months in advance for overnight stays. If your plans change, please *modify or cancel [ [link removed] ]* your reservation so someone else can enjoy the park. 

________________________________________________________________________



Swimming

A family swimming in S. Llano River State Park. [ [link removed] ]

South Llano River State Park

*Soak Up the Fun and Beat the Texas Heat!*

When temps turn tropical, take the plunge! Your parks have all kinds of refreshing retreats to help you chill out.

*Dive Into Summer at Your Choice of Swimming Spots.*


*

*Lovely lakes, rippling rivers & cascading creeks [ [link removed] ]*


*

*Outstanding ocean swims [ [link removed] ]*


*

*Picture-perfect pools [ [link removed] ]*

Make a splash on your next adventure and *find your favorite swimming spot [ [link removed] ] *today*!*

________________________________________________________________________



Paddling
Texas Paddling Trails video. [ [link removed] ]

*Paddle, Play & Stay Safe This Summer!*

Looking to beat the blazing Texas heat? Get on the water for some splash-tastic summer fun! Whether you’re cruising in a canoe, paddling a kayak or gliding on a paddleboard, there’s no better way to cool down.

*No Gear? No Problem!*
Plenty of parks offer *paddling rentals [ [link removed] ]*, so you can hit the water without the hassle. Explore the scenic *Texas Paddling Trails [ [link removed] ]* for even more splash-worthy spots, and check out this exciting *paddling preview [ [link removed] ] *(video)*. *

*Stay Smart, Stay Safe.*
Don’t forget your life jacket, and check out our top *boating safety tips [ [link removed] ]* before you float.

________________________________________________________________________



Stargazing

Night sky full of stars. [ [link removed] ]

Davis Mountains State Park

*Starry Skies & Sweet Summer Nights*

There’s nothing quite like a *summer night under the stars [ [link removed] ]*. Slow down, look up and make magical memories together. But, did you know that natural night skies are fading fast thanks to growing light pollution?

To combat this issue, we're shining a light on the problem by going dark, hosting *stargazing events [ [link removed] ]*, educating visitors and installing smarter, wildlife-friendly lighting. Several parks are even certified as *International Dark Sky Places [ [link removed] ]*!

*Discover the dark!*
See how *light pollution [ [link removed] ]* [ [link removed] ] impacts wildlife, safety and your view of the stars. You can even check out which parks offer the clearest, starriest skies using the *Bortle Scale [ [link removed] ]*.

Let’s keep Texas skies sparkling, starry and spectacular for future generations!

________________________________________________________________________



Fishing

Fishing at Lake Livingston [ [link removed] ]

Lake Livingston State Park

*Free Fishing, Fresh Air & Family Fun!*

Ready to reel in some fun? Fishing is a peaceful, playful way to soak up the outdoors. And here’s the best part, you can fish for FREE from the shore or pier at any Texas state park (no license needed)!

*No Gear? No Worries!*
Many parks will loan you rods, reels and tackle boxes filled with all the basics like hooks, bobbers, sinkers and more. *View state park tackle loaner sites [ [link removed] ] *on the state parks interactive map.

*Find Your Fishing Spot*
Discover *fantastic fishing holes [ [link removed] ]* near you.

*Hooked on Events*
Join *fun fishing events [ [link removed] ]* to sharpen your skills and maybe even *land a lunker [ [link removed] ]*!

*New to the Game?*
Check out our *beginner-friendly tips and tricks [ [link removed] ]* to get started.

________________________________________________________________________


Conservation License Plate for State Parks [ [link removed] ]
________________________________________________________________________



Hack the Heat

*Heat Stroke vs. Heat Exhaustion
**Can you spot the difference* [ [link removed] ]? You just might save someone's life! 

Heat Stroke vs Heat Exhaustion [ [link removed] ]

________________________________________________________________________



"A message from our sponsor:"

Toyota [ [link removed] ]

________________________________________________________________________



"Messages from Texas Parks & Wildlife magazine advertisers:"

Visit Brownsville [ [link removed] ]
________________________________________________________________________


Natural Bridge Caverns [ [link removed] ]
________________________________________________________________________


Whole Earth Provisions [ [link removed] ]


Bookmark and Share [ [link removed] ]






<!-- @media only screen and (max-device-width: 480px) { .mobile-footer .tablecell {border:none !important;} } -->

facebook [ [link removed] ]twitter [ [link removed] ]instagram [ [link removed] ]youtube [ [link removed] ]

download our mobile app [ [link removed] ]



*Texas Parks and Wildlife Department*

contact us <[email protected]>
update your account [ [link removed] ]
unsubscribe [ [link removed] ]


texas parks and wildlife [ [link removed] ]

You are receiving this message at [email protected] because you have done business with and/or signed up to receive email updates from Texas Parks and Wildlife Department [ [link removed] ]. Did someone forward this email to you? Subscribe now [ [link removed] ] -- it's free!





 

________________________________________________________________________

This email was sent to [email protected] using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department · 4200 Smith School Road · Austin, TX 78744 · 800-792-1112 GovDelivery logo [ [link removed] ]