Texas Parks & Wildlife Magazine

Jennifer Bristol holding binocular on a stand at sunrise in a grassy field.

Wildlife & Conservation

A Great Texas Birding Classic Team Tallies Hundreds of Species on a Trek From Big Bend to the Coast

The annual competition challenges participants to find as many species as possible.

Story by Jennifer Bristol

Travel & Culture

Canyon Serves as the Gateway to Palo Duro

The outdoor capital of the Panhandle welcomes adventure seekers.

Story by Brandon Weaver

Illustration of birds in trees including one on the head of a birder.

Wildlife & Conservation

Vireos Occupy a Special Place in the Texas Bird Landscape

Black-capped vireos are the most well-known, but others deserve recognition as well.

Story by Sneed B. Collard III

Wildlife & Conservation

East Texas Forest Management Aids Recovery of the Red-Cockaded Woodpecker

State forests monitor populations as birds continue comeback.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary

A trail running through the woods with a bridge.

Wildlife & Conservation

Upper Texas Coast Provides Vital Resting Spots for Migrating Birds

Coastal woodlots serve as lifesaving stations as birds make the long journey across the Gulf.

Story by Denise Viosca Gary

Parks

A view of RVs at a camp site by the bay.

Texans Love Goose Island for Fishing, Birding and the Big Tree

The coastal state park is a pearl of the Gulf.

Story by TPWD Staff

Man standing on a hill looking down at a river.

Hiking 100 Miles Through Big Bend Ranch State Park

Three backpackers find “roses and thorns” in Texas’ biggest state park.

Story by Tyler Priest

Texas Creatives Draw Inspiration from the Sights, Sounds and Scents of State Parks Story by Elisa Silverman
A State Park Road Trip Keeps a Kid Happy Story by Stephanie Salinas Garcia
Hill Country State Natural Area Offers Serene and Secluded Surroundings Story by Eva Frederick

Wildlife & Conservation

Stick Bugs Are Masters of Disguise

These insects, which can grow up to seven inches long, survive by blending in.

Story by Pam LeBlanc

Poison Ivy: Here’s What You Need to Know

If it has leaves of three, let it be!

Story by Melissa Gaskill

Protecting the Swift Fox, Texas’ Tiniest Fox Story by Eva Frederick
Third Annual Bird Bingo Contest Begins Story by TPWD Staff
Old Sabine Bottom Is a Hunter’s Secret That Welcomes Hikers, Birders and More Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

Travel & Culture

A view Old Iron Bridge on the Colorado River seen from the June Hill Pape Riverwalk trail in Bastrop

With a River and Pines, Bastrop Maintains Outdoorsy Appeal

Lost Pines outpost is No. 8 on our list of Texas' top outdoor towns.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

person standing on a floating platform using binoculars

Mineral Wells, the Wellness Capital of Texas, Embraces the Outdoors

Its rolling hills and healing waters earn the town No. 9 on our list of Texas' top outdoor towns.

Story by Russell Roe

Llano Has Lots to Offer for Bikers, Paddlers and Climbers Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
San Jacinto Starts Early Preparations for the Texas Bicentennial in 2036 Story by Louie Bond
U.S. Army Once Deployed Camels in Texas Story by Shannon King

Fishing

Person in a hat showing off a large fish.

A Floating Shack Serves as Home Base for a Fishing Weekend in the Laguna Madre

How much fish can you eat? A wildly productive weekend includes crab, shrimp, redfish and more.

Story by Judson Vail

Two people holding up large fish that they caught.

Minutes from San Antonio, Lakes Calaveras and Braunig Offer Trophy Red Drum

Texas fishing’s best-kept secret is half an hour from downtown San Antonio.

Story by Joseph Richards

Juglining Is a Simple but Effective Technique for Catching Catfish Story by Cory Byrnes
Building a Bass Lake Story by Russell A. Graves
Study Unlocks the Secret Lives of Largemouth Bass Story by Kirk McDonnell

Hunting

Two people using binoculars to look at wildlife in a canyon at sunset.

One Man’s Quest to Hunt and Eat Texas' Invasive Species

Nutria nachos, anyone? Eating the invaders takes a bite out of an ecological problem.

Story by Brandon Weaver

He’s Smoked All Kinds of Meat. Now He’s Learning to Hunt Them First

Austin barbecue chef has gone from the grill to the wild.

Story by Evan LeRoy

Hunting Alligators Involves Excitement, Danger and a Lot of Mud Story by Jon Steele
Hunting Elusive Scaled Quail in West Texas Isn't for the Faint of Heart Story by Josh Crumpton
Javelinas Are Having a Moment Story by Joseph Richards

Adventure & Recreation

Person scuba diving in an underwater cave.

North America’s Deepest Underwater Cave Holds a Deadly Fascination for Cave Divers

A portal to untold depths hides scars of tragedy at Phantom Springs Cave in West Texas.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

Two bikers on dirt trail surrounded by trees

New Long-Distance Trails Take Shape Across Texas

Ambitious builders create paths of 50-plus miles for hikers, bikers and horseback riders.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon

The Evolution of the Texas Canoe Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
Paddleboarding Down the Brazos Story by Brandon Weaver
Finding Healing on Horseback on State Park Trails Story and photos by Shannon King

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