Texas Parks And Wildlife

Texas roadkill laws explained — can you keep what you hit? Learn about Texas roadkill rules, livestock laws, and driver liability after hitting wildlife.

The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens is open again after renovations and safety repairs, inviting Texans to fish and explore once more.

After nearly two years of renovations, the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens has reopened with updated aquariums, exhibits, fishing piers—and a new Hall of Fame.

Texas Free Fishing Day is back on June 7! Enjoy license-free fishing anywhere in public waters for one day only.

The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens reopens July 1 after a major renovation. New exhibits, aquariums, fishing piers, and kid-friendly fun await!

Texas offers a rich variety of outdoor activities through its 88 state parks, and it's growing. With recent land acquisitions totaling over 3,000 acres in Central Texas, a new state park is on the way—promising more space to hike, fish, camp, and explore.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) just bought a huge chunk of land to build a brand-new state park in Central Texas.

It's mating season and these brown tarantulas are popping up all over the Lone Star state!

If You Want To Get Away From City Life In Houston Or Dallas, Go Outside And Enjoy A Texas State Park For Free...For One Day!

Discover the diverse snake species in Texas from harmless to venomous

There are many great places to go fishing in Texas.

Learn why dumping pet fish into Texas rivers is harmful. Find out safe options for rehoming fish and how to prevent ecosystem disruptions.