#TexasStateParks will be hosting Veteran Suicide Awareness hikes + other events this September during National Suicide Prevention Month. Join us to raise awareness about this critical issue impacting veterans and their families --> shorturl.at/YddBY 🥾 Texas Veterans Commission

But first, let me take a selfie! 🤳 Tag your bestie in the comments and start planning your next epic adventure together!🏕️ #TexasStateParks #BetterOutside 📍- Brazos Bend State Park To find a Texas State Park near you visit TexasStateParks.org

S’more fun, less drama. 🍫 Today we celebrate the most iconic camping treat! Our friends at Big Springs State Park show us how solar s’mores are done. There’s no better oven than the Texas sun. ☀️ #TexasStateParks

Dark nights and bat flights 🦇 The best time to visit Old Tunnel is in August and September, when bats emerge earlier, and the sky is lighter. 🌌 #TexasStateParks #BetterOutside 📍- Old Tunnel State Park ➡️ Visit TexasStateParks.org for reservations.

Celebrating our scaly friends on World Lizard Day! 🦎 From their colorful scales to their quirky moves, lizards are truly remarkable creatures. Seriously, peep those stylish horns! #TexasStateParks 📍- Coppers Break State Park

Today’s agenda: Relax, recharge, repeat. 🧘‍♀️✨ Sometimes you have to stop and smell the roses, especially on National Relaxation day. Find peace in the pause at your nearest Texas State Park. #BetterOutside #TexasStateParks 📍- Tyler State Park

Today's the DAY 🎉🎣🦌 Get your new season Hunting + Fishing licenses! Order online or find a retailer at bit.ly/NewLicenses24. 100% of license sales support Texas’ wild things and wild places 🙌🏽 #BetterOutside

The thrill of the hunt never gets old! 🗺️ Happy international geocaching day! People hide geocaches everywhere, and many are hidden in your local state park. 🧐 #TexasStateParks ➡️ Find out more about geocaching at TexasStateParks.org

Capturing the beauty of the outdoors, one frame at a time. 🌍 #TexasStateParks #WorldPhotographyDay 📸 Jason Mercier |📍- Devils River State Natural Area Maegan Lanham |📍- Franklin Mountains SP Chase Fountain |📍- Caddo Lake State Park Chase Fountain |📍- Garner State Park

Coming back from PTO like: 😳 Porcupines are so fascinating! Their scientific name, Erethizon dorsatum, translates to "the irritable back," and their mix of features makes them truly unique. #TexasStateParks 📍- South Llano River State Park

Leave no trace when you visit a Texas State Park, don't do too much. It’s very considerate, very mindful. ☝️😌 #TexasStateParks #BetterOutside

Reconnect with nature, Texas style. 🌳 This refreshing retreat from city life is just an hour north of Houston. #TexasStateParks 👉 Read more about this Texas State Park at shorturl.at/pTV6K 📍- Lake Livingston State Park

Keep your fur besties safe! 🐶 Texas heat is no joke. Keep your pup hydrated: carry water, take breaks, and keep cool! 🧊 #TexasStateParks #NationalDogDay

🎉 READ ALL ABOUT IT! 📰 Texas is shining bright with two of its state parks landing in America's top 10! #TexasStateParks 🏆 #2 - Palo Duro Canyon State Park #9 - Garner State Park #40 - Caddo Lake State Park 👉 Read the full report at: shorturl.at/u6TuB

"Chat, y’all seeing this too?" 😧 This perched Phoebe was totally star-struck by the breathtaking view at Tyler State Park! 🌟 With its stunning 64-acre spring-fed lake, towering 100-foot trees, and charming historic structures, this place is pure magic. 📍- Tyler State Park

#TexasStateParks + Food = 🫶 What are your favorite outdoor eats? Celebrate National Eat Outdoors Day with these park-inspired dishes recommended by Pam LeBlanc. Dive into her top picks for outdoor dining delights! 🍰 👉 Read the full article at tpwmagazine.com

Help us plan a new coastal state park! ✍️ We’re hosting the 2nd round of public meetings for Powderhorn SP. #TexasStatePark 📆 Join us at one of these meetings: SEPT 24 at the Port O’Connor library, 6pm shorturl.at/lbPdX SEPT 25 in Port Lavaca, 6 pm shorturl.at/kN8kf

Happy #NationalWildlifeDay! 🐾 Today we celebrate the incredible role wildlife plays in our world! From the tiniest insects to the mightiest mammals, every creature contributes. Let’s continue to protect, preserve, and cherish our natural treasures. 🌏 #BetterOutside

Join the team! 🤝 We’re looking for a new State Parks Marketing Coordinator! Help shape future promotional efforts for #TexasStateParks Application Deadline: Sept. 10, 2024 ➡️ APPLY HERE: lnkd.in/gjkapb4P

Where the sky and earth meet 🌏 Imagine yourself in the shade of tall trees, listening to birds chirping and water lapping on the shores of Lake Tawakoni. Sounds good, right? Let’s go! #TexasStatePark #BetterOutside 📍- Lake Tawakoni State Park ➡️ Visit TexasStateParks.org