” Spring is a special time to get outside, with cooler temperatures and blooming flowers — parks are great places to experience both”, said Tara Humphreys, director of understanding for Texas State Parks. ” We are excited to welcome guests and demonstrate our parks and encourage every Texan to ‘ take a walk on the wild part’ and attend a Texas State Park”.
Here are some tips from TPWD staff to make your Spring Break attend to a Texas State Park one for the novels:
- Reserve passes website: Time passes and overnight camping reservations can be booked in advance for any Texas State Park though the TPWD website. Through the online website, you can narrow your research by capital, exercise and even by webpage. If you want to bike, climb or fish, look for sites with day passes available (up to 30 days in advance ). For overnight traveling, research the” Camping This Weekend” tab to see which gardens have sites available for the future Friday and Saturday.
- Check the weather: Texas is famous for bizarre conditions, so be sure to check the forecast before hitting the road. Spring winds can blow in quickly. We recommend having a backup plan in case Mother Nature throws a wrench into your backyard ideas.
- Wear suitable clothes: Flip-flops perhaps be pleasant, but they aren’t the best option for long walks on the road. Rangers recommend wearing clothing or shoes for excursions. Don’t forget the sunscreen, insect repellant and plenty of fluids. It’s important to consume at least 16 ounces of water every minute to avoid dehydration. Bring plenty for your four-legged community members, too!
- Participate in a garden plan or action: Park staff will be hosting countless guided activities during spring break, including animal walks, kayaking tours, archery 101 classes, arts and crafts, yoga in the park and cooking demos, just to name a few. A complete list of actions can be found on the TPWD calendar section. Looking for a certain task? Test the” Activities” page for suggestions. Customers will also have many different activities to choose from outside of the scheduled initiatives, including hiking, the Junior Ranger Program and swoops on the roads. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or want to try fishing for the first time, we encourage you to take advantage of the free fishing at state parks ( no license required ). And what better time to do that than during spring break when the white-bass run is going strong?
- Visit somewhere new: With 88 Texas State Parks located throughout Texas, there are plenty of things to see and do. Take a chance and explore a new park or a part of the state that you have yet to experience. Still looking for overnight reservations? Many unique state parks such as Big Bend Ranch, Davis Mountains, Goose Island, Martin Dies, Jr., Monahans Sandhills, Possum Kingdom and South Llano River have campsites available for the next two weeks.
- Download the app: Did you know there is an app to help you enjoy all TPWD’s facilites have to offer? Download the official Texas State Parks Guide app on the Apple App Store or from Google Play to access park maps, stay up to date on events, read park announcements and more.
For more information, visit the Texas State Parks website.
