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A 650-acre property on Lake Palestine near Tyler has been secured for a future Texas state park, with plans for trails, camping, day use and lake access.

Texas has a little bit of everything. These three hiking destinations offer beautiful scenery, wildlife and some seriously impressive views.

You don't have to be a hardcore hiker to enjoy Texas' natural beauty. Here are 10 scenic hikes you may have never heard of, plus why getting outside can be good for us.

Fall may be an excellent time to plant a new tree in East Texas, even after a hot, dry summer. Here's why and what you need to know about watering.

Some East Texas trees are already showing fall-like colors, but drought and extreme heat may be to blame. Here's what that could mean for this year's fall foliage.

Texas is expanding public land with a new 2,850-acre wildlife management area that will offer hunting, hiking, wildlife viewing, and conservation opportunities for generations to come.

After several days of calls, swoops, and unexpected encounters, one East Texas homeowner is wondering why a hawk seems determined to stick around.

I, for one, am encouraged by this move. As more and more people move to Texas, some natives have expressed concern that expansion, although needed, would begin to encroach on the natural beauty of Central Texas. Since I was born in that area, this means quite a bit.

Texas offers a rich variety of outdoor activities through its 88 state parks, and it's growing. With recent land acquisitions totaling over 3,000 acres in Central Texas, a new state park is on the way—promising more space to hike, fish, camp, and explore.

Why black bears are making a comeback in Texas.