Here are a few ways to share your love of the great outdoors.

State Parks Ornaments:

This year’s new designs feature the frontier-era hospital of Fort Richardson, the namesake flora of Palmetto, and surfing the dunes at Monahans Sandhills! Ornaments are $8.95 each or $19.95 for the set of three (plus tax, shipping and handling). Purchase by phone at (512) 389-8900, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Central. Learn more about the ornament program here, and check out designs from past years.

Follow Texas State Parks Social Media outlets throughout December to learn how you can win ornaments as prizes! Rules and Limitations apply

State Parks Gift Card:

Gift cards are redeemable for park passes, park entry and overnight fees, park store purchases and more. Purchase by phone at (512) 389-8900, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Central. Only in December, if you purchase a Texas State Parks Gift Card through the customer service center (512-389-8900), valued at $75 or more, you can GET A FREE 2018 ORNAMENT (tax, shipping and handling still apply).

Celebrate the holidays throughout December in a Texas State Park! Parks are hosting festive holiday events throughout the state. In addition to the experiences listed below, be sure to visit the Holidays in the Parks page and the Calendar of Events.

Austin Area
Dallas/Fort Worth Area
East Texas
Houston Area
San Antonio Area
West Texas

Brent Leisure has moved up to the position of the agency’s Chief Operating Officer.

Congratulations to Brent: Brent Leisure has moved up to the position of the agency’s Chief Operating Officer. While we are sad to see him depart State Parks, we are very appreciative for his leadership and support for Texas State Parks. In addition to our appreciation, his colleagues in the rest of the country have shown their appreciation by awarding him the Director of the Year – Distinguished Service Award among his colleagues and peers in the NASPD. While Brent was on an epic adventure on the John Muir Trail, Rodney Franklin was asked to accept the award on his behalf. Rodney will serve as acting State Parks Director pending hiring a permanent State Parks Director.