BRACKETTVILLE – The crack started at the floor. It scarred the rock face, up and up, across the ceiling and down the far wall. “That's a fault,” our guide informed us, as he detailed the millions of ...

This story is part of the KXAN Data Hub, where numbers help tell the whole story. AUSTIN (KXAN) — From mountains and canyons to forests and swamps, the vast scale of Texas provides so many natural ...

With over 80 state parks, historic sites and natural areas, there are plenty of sites to visit within the Texas State Park system. Most Texans know about the popular sites, such as Garner State Park, ...

DANVILLE – The governor's plan to close Kickapoo State Park this year has sparked a groundswell of protests among area residents and visitors alike – including one from an 11-year-old girl. Ryce ...

OAKWOOD — If variety is the spice of life, then Kickapoo State Recreation Area has an extra helping of jalapeños for those who like variety in their outdoor activities.

As the sinking sun tinges the sky above Kickapoo Cavern State Park in pastel pink, a ragtag squadron of squeaking cave swallows perform aeronautic acrobatics, swooping in and out of the mouth of ...

DANVILLE – Employees' interest in saving a local state park is behind a fundraiser set for Wednesday at a local department store. Elder-Beerman will host Kickapoo Day from noon to 9 p.m. to benefit ...

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LEROY — Sunlight streamed through tall trees and onto the ground, birds chirped and fluttered about, and wind gently rustled through the bushes and undergrowth Thursday morning in West Park. The park, ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — From mountains and canyons to forests and swamps, the vast scale of Texas provides so many natural wonders. Across the Lone Star State, there are 87 state parks, natural areas and ...