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The vast and beautiful landscapes of Texas include rugged mountains, thickly forested valleys, tranquil lakes, and rocky shorelines, much of which is protected and preserved in state parks, which are open for the public to explore and enjoy on a day trip. Whether you are an avid angler, healthy hiker, or mad mountain biker, many of the parks have excellent amenities and facilities that cater for a variety of outdoor and recreational pursuits for the whole family.
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Abilene State Park
Acton State Park
Balmorhea State Park
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Big Spring State Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Eisenhower State Park
Fort Parker State Park
Kerrville-Schreiner Park
Lake Brownwood State Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Mission Tejas State Park
Longhorn Cavern State Park
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
San Jacinto State Park - San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site
Stephen F Austin State Park
Monahans Sand Hills State Park
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Jim Hogg State Park
Galveston Island State Park
Falcon State Park
Possum Kingdom State Park
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