Photos of Texas State Parks That Will Make You Want To Get Outside
Though you may think the Lone Star State is filled with vast swaths of open plains, the second-largest state in the U.S. has a diverse landscape across its four regions. Mountains, blue-green waters and even limestone caverns can be found in the more than 90 Texas state parks. Here are five photos that will help you discover hidden gems, amazing Texas sunsets and unique views.
Galveston Island State Park Galveston Island State Park offers up both bayside and ocean-side beaches. When you visit Galveston, you can swim, fish, hike, nature watch and more. Set up a campsite to catch gorgeous sunsets over the water. Photo Credit: Texas Parks and Wildlife
Sheldon Lake State Park Catch amazing sunset views after a long day of fishing, wildlife viewing and hiking at Sheldon Lake State Park—just 15 miles from Houston. You'll find boardwalks, a pond crossing and an 82-foot observation tower where you can take in unobstructed views of the lake and wetlands. Photo Credit: Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Franklin Mountains State Park Explore high-desert mountains in Franklin Mountains State Park, located in El Paso. Here you can immerse yourself in nature through bird watching, rock climbing, camping or hiking and biking the park’s more than 100 miles of trail. The sunset views aren’t too shabby, either. Photo Credit: @franklinmountains
