📜 Texas State Park with dramatic red rock canyons and a native bison herd.
🔍 Offers extensive trails, camping, and dark sky stargazing.

Why Go

🐂 See the official Texas State Bison Herd.
🌄 Explore dramatic red rock canyons and diverse trails.
🌌 Experience exceptional dark sky stargazing.
🚣 Enjoy swimming, fishing, and no-wake boating in Lake Theo.

Why Avoid

🌡️ Summer temperatures can exceed 110°F (43°C).
⚠️ Water system has high nitrate levels; bring your own water if sensitive.
🚧 Backcountry areas or trails may close due to weather or prescribed burns.
🥶 Icy conditions possible in winter; unpaved roads can be muddy after rain.

Tips

🎟️ Reserve passes online or by phone, especially during busy seasons.
🔭 Bring a telescope for stargazing.
🥾 Clean footwear to prevent spreading invasive species.

Cost

💰 Adults $5 daily, children under 13 free. Group rate $3.

Hours

🕒 Park open 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily; Office 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Available, self-pay station for after-hours arrivals.

🚻 Toilets

🚻 Available.