Texas is Getting a New State Park, And They Just Bought More Land To Make It Bigger

If you are a lover of state parks in Texas, this news will probably make you very happy. A new state park in the Lone Star State is in the works and according to reports, it is getting closer to becoming a reality.

On Monday the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced that it had purchased 1,100 acres on land covering parts of Lampasas and Burnet Counties. According to WFAA, the land is beautiful and includes limestone bluffs, natural springs, and 1 1/2 miles of Yancey Creek. The land is also located across the Colorado River from Colorado Bend State Park.

A New State Park in Texas

Monday's announcement of 1,100 acres of land brings the combined land total to over 3,000 acres.

The Director of Texas State Parks, Rodney Franklin, told the media that generations of Texans will enjoy the new state park once its completed.

“I’m excited for the addition of the second piece of this property in what will become a new 3,000-plus acre Texas State Park,” said Rodney Franklin, director of Texas State Parks. “We look forward to generations of Texans enjoying the scenic views of the unique post oak woodland and outdoor adventures awaiting on this property.“

There has been no date set for the opening of the new park.

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Where is the Money Coming From for Texas Park Land?

In 2023, Texas voters approved a $1 billion fund called the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund. This fund has allowed the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to make purchases for park land. That includes 3,703 acres at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area and the 500 acre Lake Colorado City State Park according to WFAA.

More Texas State Parks In The Works

We have also reported on other new state parks that are in the works as well. Including the Palo Pinto Mountains Park that is getting closer to being open.

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I think more of these parks that show off and preserve the beauty of Texas is a good thing.