Looking for the best national parks to visit in Texas? Well, we know ten amazing places, and they look especially stunning during autumn. Bask in the natural beauty all around you and enjoy the vibrant colors. You won’t want to miss out on this fall foliage in Texas.
- Martin Dies Jr State Park (Jasper)
NIXBC/flickr The reflection of the trees on the water is an incredible sight. Martin Dies, Jr. State Park, 634 Park Road 48 South, Jasper, TX 75951, USA
- Garner State Park (Concan)
bettylynne/flickr I have no words for this. Luckily, the picture speaks for itself. Even so, you’ve got to see Garner State Park for yourself. Garner State Park, 234 RR 1050, Concan, TX 78838, USA
- Palo Duro Canyon State Park (Canyon)
sarowen/flickr Palo Duro Canyon State Park is home to some of the best hiking trails in Texas! Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 11450 State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, USA
- Daingerfield State Park (Daingerfield)
tpwd.texas.gov Daingerfield State Park is home to vibrant fall colors. When the leaves reflect into the pond below, the views are out-of-this-world. Daingerfield State Park, 455 Park Rd 17, Daingerfield, TX 75638, USA
- Lake Bob Sandlin State Park (Pittsburg)
tpwd.texas.gov Looking for a hidden gem? Head over to Lake Bob Sandlin State Park. This may not be the state’s most popular park, but its supreme beauty always amazes. Lake Bob Sandlin State Park, 341 State, Park Rd 2117, Pittsburg, TX 75686, USA
- Caddo Lake State Park (Karnack)
https://www.flickr.com/photos/wirwuenscheneinbierinternationalereisegesellschaft/flickr Home to the world’s largest Cypress forest, Caddo Lake State Park is not to be missed. When you visit this astounding place, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into another world. Caddo Lake State Park (Karnack)Caddo Lake State Park, 245 Park Rd 2, Karnack, TX 75661, USA
- Guadalupe Mountains National Park (Salt Flat)
mlhradio/flickr When the trees turn lovely hues of red, orange, and. yellow, Guadalupe Mountains National Park becomes an autumn wonderland. Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Salt Flat, TX 79847, USA
- Big Bend National Park
mlhradio/flickr Of course, you can’t forget about Big Bend National Park. During the day, spend some time soaking up the colorful scenery. After the sun sets, look up at the stars and gaze upon the Milky Way. Big Bend National Park, TX, USA
- Lost Maples State Natural Area (Vanderpool)
knowsphotos/flickr Lost Maples State Natural Area is one of the best places to look at fall foliage in Texas. Feel the cool, crisp breezes across your face and soak up the surrounding beauty. Lost Maples State Natural Area, 37221 RM 187, Vanderpool, TX 78885, USA
- McKinney Falls State Park (Austin)
marcus calderon/flickr Fall is the best time to explore McKinney Falls State Park. Listen to the babbling brooks and traverse through the rocky landscape. This place is so much fun, you may want to pitch a tent and stay a while! McKinney Falls State Park, 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX 78744, USA
What are your favorite state or national parks to visit in Texas? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
NIXBC/flickr
The reflection of the trees on the water is an incredible sight.
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park, 634 Park Road 48 South, Jasper, TX 75951, USA
bettylynne/flickr
I have no words for this. Luckily, the picture speaks for itself. Even so, you’ve got to see Garner State Park for yourself.
Garner State Park, 234 RR 1050, Concan, TX 78838, USA
sarowen/flickr
Palo Duro Canyon State Park is home to some of the best hiking trails in Texas!
Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 11450 State Hwy Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015, USA
tpwd.texas.gov
Daingerfield State Park is home to vibrant fall colors. When the leaves reflect into the pond below, the views are out-of-this-world.
Daingerfield State Park, 455 Park Rd 17, Daingerfield, TX 75638, USA
Looking for a hidden gem? Head over to Lake Bob Sandlin State Park. This may not be the state’s most popular park, but its supreme beauty always amazes.
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park, 341 State, Park Rd 2117, Pittsburg, TX 75686, USA
https://www.flickr.com/photos/wirwuenscheneinbierinternationalereisegesellschaft/flickr
Home to the world’s largest Cypress forest, Caddo Lake State Park is not to be missed. When you visit this astounding place, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into another world.
Caddo Lake State Park (Karnack)Caddo Lake State Park, 245 Park Rd 2, Karnack, TX 75661, USA
mlhradio/flickr
When the trees turn lovely hues of red, orange, and. yellow, Guadalupe Mountains National Park becomes an autumn wonderland.
Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Salt Flat, TX 79847, USA
Of course, you can’t forget about Big Bend National Park. During the day, spend some time soaking up the colorful scenery. After the sun sets, look up at the stars and gaze upon the Milky Way.
Big Bend National Park, TX, USA
knowsphotos/flickr
Lost Maples State Natural Area is one of the best places to look at fall foliage in Texas. Feel the cool, crisp breezes across your face and soak up the surrounding beauty.
Lost Maples State Natural Area, 37221 RM 187, Vanderpool, TX 78885, USA
marcus calderon/flickr
Fall is the best time to explore McKinney Falls State Park. Listen to the babbling brooks and traverse through the rocky landscape. This place is so much fun, you may want to pitch a tent and stay a while!
McKinney Falls State Park, 5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy, Austin, TX 78744, USA
For more autumn adventure, embark on this fall foliage road trip through Texas.
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fall in Texas August 02, 2022 Elisa Regulski Which hiking trails in Texas are best in the fall? If you’re looking for things to do outside in Texas, you’re in luck! There are so many wonderful fall hikes to explore in the Lone Star State. If you’re up for a challenge, meander along Enchanted Rock near Fredericksburg. We also love gazing at the fall colors from the Maple Trail inside Lost Maples State Park in Vanderpool. What are the best fall day trips in Texas? Dewberry Farms, located in Brookshire, is a wonderful day trip destination in Texas. Gather up the kiddos and let them explore the pumpkin patch! It doesn’t get any more ‘fall’ than this! For even more excitement, pay a visit to the Dallas State Fair. Here, you can indulge in deep-fried delights and watch world-class musicians.
The OIYS Visitor Center
fall in Texas
August 02, 2022
Elisa Regulski
Which hiking trails in Texas are best in the fall? If you’re looking for things to do outside in Texas, you’re in luck! There are so many wonderful fall hikes to explore in the Lone Star State. If you’re up for a challenge, meander along Enchanted Rock near Fredericksburg. We also love gazing at the fall colors from the Maple Trail inside Lost Maples State Park in Vanderpool. What are the best fall day trips in Texas? Dewberry Farms, located in Brookshire, is a wonderful day trip destination in Texas. Gather up the kiddos and let them explore the pumpkin patch! It doesn’t get any more ‘fall’ than this! For even more excitement, pay a visit to the Dallas State Fair. Here, you can indulge in deep-fried delights and watch world-class musicians.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
If you’re looking for things to do outside in Texas, you’re in luck! There are so many wonderful fall hikes to explore in the Lone Star State. If you’re up for a challenge, meander along Enchanted Rock near Fredericksburg. We also love gazing at the fall colors from the Maple Trail inside Lost Maples State Park in Vanderpool.
What are the best fall day trips in Texas?
Dewberry Farms, located in Brookshire, is a wonderful day trip destination in Texas. Gather up the kiddos and let them explore the pumpkin patch! It doesn’t get any more ‘fall’ than this! For even more excitement, pay a visit to the Dallas State Fair. Here, you can indulge in deep-fried delights and watch world-class musicians.
