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State Parks

Articles, guides, and practical Texas travel information tagged State Parks.

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Two-lane highway leads toward rugged volcanic peaks on the Davis Mountains Scenic Loop

Places to Visit

Davis Mountains Scenic Loop (TX-118 & TX-166): Highest Highway Route in Texas & Overlooks

Drive the 75-mile Davis Mountains Scenic Loop on TX-118 and TX-166. Guide to Texas' highest highway, McDonald Observatory, and scenic overlooks.

13 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Paved highway curves along rugged desert canyon cliffs overlooking the Rio Grande on FM 170

Places to Visit

FM 170 The River Road: Driving Big Bend Ranch State Park (Contrabando Overlook & Big Hill Pullouts)

Drive FM 170 River Road through Big Bend Ranch State Park. Guide to The Big Hill 15% grade, Closed Canyon, Hoodoos trail, permits, and scenic pullouts.

13 min readUpdated Oct 2026

Visitor center entrance and grounds at Lyndon B Johnson State Park in Stonewall Texas

Texas State Parks

LBJ State Park & Historic Site Guide: Free Entry, Farm Tours, and LBJ Ranch Permits

Plan your visit to LBJ State Park & Historic Site in Stonewall, TX. Explore free admission, Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm, trails, and LBJ Ranch driving permits.

11 min readUpdated Oct 2026