2023 is very special year for Texas State Parks: this year marks 100 years since the establishment of the Texas State Park System. For a century Texas State Parks have connected people to the diverse natural, cultural, and historical treasures across the beautiful landscapes of Texas. Join Texas State Parks’ 100 Year Celebration by attending special events at every state park throughout the year, participating in a year-long photo contest, or by giving back to your favorite park.
Stretching south from San Antonio to the Rio Grande River, South Texas is a diverse region of sprawling grasslands, Gulf Coast beaches, and the semi-tropical forests of the Rio Grande Valley. Known as one of the finest birding destinations in North America, there’s no end to the amazing things you can see and do here. Soak up the sun on a beach at Mustang Island State Park, discover Texas history at Goliad State Park, or spot colorful migratory birds at Resaca de la Palma State Park. Read on to discover what three of South Texas’ state parks have to offer.
Don’t miss the emergence of a colony of Mexican free-tailed bats from under the bridge of the Bob Bullock Loop, which you can reach if you follow the Roadrunner Trail.
Hike along eight miles of trails and take in the view from four decks that overlook the Resaca.
Make sure to bring your binoculars to spot such migratory birds as the summer tanager, American redstart, black-bellied whistling duck, and several kinds of herons.
Play your cards right and you may even spot a bobcat or a few colorful butterflies.
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