QUESTION: When is a good time to go camping and/or visit Texas parks?
ANSWER: The quick answer is, of course, "
ANYtime," but here are some factors to help you with your travel and vacation plans:
- Always check the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department's (TPWD) Restricted Access Listing to ensure you don't plan a visit to a park that is temporarily inaccessible.
- Also consult TPWD's comprehensive list of Texas Parks Events to see if there are any special hikes, tours, presentations or educational opportunities available during your planned visit.
- Don't underestimate the beauty of the night sky, particularly when you're visiting a park that's not situated near a major city or metropolitan area. Be sure to check out the Wild Texas Events Calendar, which shows you when there will be a full moon or new moon (best for night sky viewing) as well as the peak viewing opportunities for major meteor showers.
- Texas summers are HOT and humid, and temperatures generally start their steady climb to the upper 90s and low 100s (Fahrenheit) in early-mid May, peaking in late July or early August. Plan trips with either lots of shade or a swimming pool or safe swimming hole for these months, or enjoy a stay in one of the Texas State Parks' rental cabins.
- Texas winters are generally milder than much of the nation, particularly as you head further south in the state. In fact, the Texas population temporarily grows each winter as thousands of "Winter Texans" flock in their RVs to the Texas Coast and Lower Rio Grande Valley (the latter being one of the prime birding spots in all of the USA!) Check out WinterTexans.com for more info. on winter travel and recreation opportunities in the Lone Star State -- we'd love to have you come over and stay a spell!
- Springtime in Texas is beautiful, as much of the state is awash in colorful and abundant wildflowers, particularly throughout the Texas Hill Country and the coastal areas. When springtime comes, be sure to refer to our wealth of wildflower information, featuring links to all the top wildflower viewing sites in Texas.
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