10 Texas' Must-See State Parks for Your Summer Adventure

[@MrSTravelQuest]

What's your favorite Texas State Park to visit during the summer?

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

Lost Maples Garner Seminole Canyon South Llano River Davis Mountains can't say I have a favorite.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

@@hikingwithjackieboy I love most of the parks I visit. I love Seminole Canyon and Hueco Tanks. I just can’t visit those in the Texas heat 🥵.Lost Maples we enjoy visiting during October/November 😊

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

Hueco Tanks Big Bend Ranch Balmorhea are on my list.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

@@hikingwithjackieboy Hueco Tanks we recently did and we booked Balmorhea next week. Big Bend on my list, but I’ll visit that in the Fall.

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

@@MrSTravelQuest I'm hoping this fall that I could do Guadalupe Peak

[@MoMartz09]

Great info, guys! Our family is new to camping, and these were great tips and helpful info for beginners like us. Thanks for sharing!

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We're happy to see you guys venture out and take on camping. It's fun and Texas has so many places to explore. What's been you favorite park so far?

[@davidpowell3709]

Great video, ya'll! Thanks for the tips!

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Thank you 😊

[@crazytexan6372]

Thanks for this yall are great!! I have been wanting to get up to Possum Kingdom for a while now and after seeing your video I am going to book it for this summer. Thanks again!!

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We hope you visit, it's a wonderful park. We need to revisit that park, been itching to kayak it. Thanks for watching and let us know what parks you plan to visit this summer.

[@karmaskidsister]

Thanks for sharing! Inspiring some day trips to state parks we haven’t seen yet! Where did y’all eat in Fredericksburg?

[@MrSTravelQuest]

In Fredericksburg, we enjoyed a variety of culinary delights. For burgers, we dined at Burger Burger and Alamo Springs Cafe. If you're craving German-inspired cuisine, The Auslander served delicious chicken fried steak and sausages, complemented by excellent German beer options. Macs BBQ provided a decent brisket meal, a convenient option after visiting Old Tunnel State Park to see the bats. We look forward to revisiting Fredericksburg and experiencing all the top attractions. If you have any questions, feel free to ask. We're passionate about encouraging others to discover and savor everything Texas has to offer.

[@TexasFamilyCamping]

Awesome video, love seeing you and Ruth chatting about the parks. I can't believe I got to see the waterfall at Inks lake before you.. What what? LOL.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Thank David! Inks lake we decided to swim in October after a long hike. Trust me we wanted to see the waterfalls, but saving that for next month :-)

[@lgonzalesp]

I love PK! And yes, you can hear the lake along the trail.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

I love that park and have to revisit it. Thinking of kayaking it on our next visit.

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

Enjoyed your video. I had been to several of the parks that you had mentioned.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Thank you so much! Which parks are your go to in the summer?

[@8arrows]

Canyon of the Eagles park in Burnet is cool too. Not far from Inks lake and Longhorn Cavern, It’s no state park. But it’s a great summer spot. Nearby is also the Vanishing River Cruise. Where you tour the lakeside cliffs, and can see Bald Eagles, and Ospreys.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Canyon of the Eagles park in Burnet is a fantastic destination! It's conveniently close to both Inks Lake and Longhorn Cavern, making it a great addition to any trip in the area. We always love finding spots outside state parks, thanks for the recommendations.

[@lgonzalesp]

We are going to Garner this summer! I’m very excited about it, after watching your video.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Garner amazing! We go every summer and it never disappoints 😊

[@kennithandirsen7184]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@TheTravelingTexan]

Great video y'all! I still haven't been to Dinosaur Valley State Park, Possum Kingdom, and Lake Mineral Wells

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Thank Reuben! Dinosaur Valley is cool with plenty to do inside and outside the park. Lake Mineral Wells is a hidden gem, it never gets packed.

[@TheTravelingTexan]

@@MrSTravelQuest I need to go to both. Dinosaur Valley is unique for obvious reasons and I've seen gorgeous photos of Lake Mineral Wells and heard it's popular so I really want to visit

[@MrSTravelQuest]

@@TheTravelingTexan Dinosaur Valley is great to see the tracks. People still can’t believe it’s real. Lake Mineral Wells Penitentiary Hollows is a must see. It’s unlike anything I seen in a Texas State Park.

[@jmuniz2104]

That dinosaur Park looks like so much fun 👍

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Dinosaur Valley awesome!

[@connectingwiththeoutdoors81]

We've only been to a few but thus far my favorite is Lake Mineral Wells State Park.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Lake Mineral Wells is amazing, have you tried the crazy water in town?

[@katiemartinez4946]

Brazil bend state park has TONS of alligators! Super fun!

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We have plans to visit this summer! Can’t wait 😊

[@chloedao3868]

Thank you so much for this video, so helpful.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Yes ma'am and glad you found it useful! Here's another great state park to visit this summer ---> kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqrQgHmbm8-sh6c

[@gleith3]

Nice! Thanks!😊

[@matthewwhitt9398]

In the summer, I like Caprock Canyon. A little cooler on the plains at night

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We love Caprock Canyon. I was just talking to my wife about revisiting the park this summer. What are your favorite trails at Caprock?

[@MarkSmith-xg3dk]

Lake Somerville State Park Birch Creek, Is one of my favorites. The lake is great for swimming and tons of things to do in the area.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We just came from that park and I agree, it’s a wonderful park to swim in.

[@anotherwaytodie5072]

Do Chalk Bluff next, Uvalde tx

[@MrSTravelQuest]

I’ll add that one to my list this summer.

[@tanyaammons5887]

Y'all missed out eating at Old 300 BBQ in Blanco. Y'all should check it out next time.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Have to check that out on our next visit!

[@koffee1609]

Wow that’s crazy

[@8arrows]

The last time I visited Pedernales falls. They said they ban swimming. That was pre Covid.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

You can swim inside the park, just not where the main falls are.

[@8arrows]

@@MrSTravelQuest Thanks for that info’. I’m going to tell my Gf tomorrow.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

@@8arrows it’s a nice park, tons to do.

[@mariab8711]

Thank you

[@melissajimenezgreen5329]

Great info! I have questions about what me and my family might need to bring in order for a successful visit to some of these places in the future. What kind of hiking shoes/boots would you recommend? Are there any MUST HAVES we should make sure to bring?

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Hey Ms. Mel! You can book campsite 5 months in advance and day passes 30 days in advance. Depending on the terrain you might invest in hiking boots. I started off just wearing sneakers 😊. We have tons of parks near us and would just check them out. South Llano SP and Lost Maples are just two hours away from us. Abilene State Park is 1hr away. I know you and the family would love it. We’re in South Texas right now checking out all the State Park beaches 😀, I’ll have those videos coming out soon. If you have any questions just holler, I’m happy to help out.

[@melissajimenezgreen5329]

@@MrSTravelQuest thank you so much! Can’t wait to see the new videos! Have a blast!

[@MrSTravelQuest]

@@melissajimenezgreen5329 Yes ma’am we will! Trying to get these last few parks in, before we go back to work 😃.

[@tdmason6300]

Big ben

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We love us some Big Bend!

[@jtap484]

You got to go to enchanted rock

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We’ve been there a few times. It’s a great park for sure.

[@matcharlesmed]

Thanks for making this video and I’m checking out all your other videos as well showing my wife all the cool camping spots thanks for all the hard work

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Thank you Matt! I know you will love these parks. Which parks are you planning to visit this summer?

[@8arrows]

Devil’s water hole isn’t that deep. Many of us have hit bottom. Jumping from the top rock. Up the creek from there is a wicked water fall, after a good rain.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Last time we went was in October and it was nice. I know with drought the water levels could be lower. We look forward in revisiting Burnet Texas soon.

[@americankickboxer]

If your list does not have Palo Duro or Big Bend Ranch then you should pay a visit

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Palo Duro on our top 10 Texas State Parks to visit. These are parks we recommend during the summer.

[@cowboysnation1]

Great video guys yall remind me of me and my wife and kids!

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Thank you so much, we love traveling and creating the content.

[@KeithDearing-l4w]

Please take your family to Caddo Lake State Park. The kayaking trails are amazing and the hiking trails are great to. I don't think they have places to swim because of the wildlife in the water, but this is one of our favorites.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Hello friend, we went two years ago and have plans to return this summer. You can check out that video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/npyuqWOhiMqGbtU

[@mikeandre9027]

Thank you for the awesome recommendations in the awesome video I will definitely be checking all the state parks out.👍🏻👍🏻

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Have fun, we have some gems in Texas 😊

[@Lawrence_of_Asia]

Love the Energy and Excitement! 🙌

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Thank you so much 😊

[@TheTexasTrailhead]

Yessssss! Great job buddy-

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Thank you Danny!

[@micahglesmann604]

There's only 89 State Parks in Texas.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Yes and 5 more being developed 😊

[@Ray-v4v]

Star gazing at South Llano was great!

[@MrSTravelQuest]

It’s an amazing park. You planning on visiting during the solar eclipse on October 14?

[@mrreneboy]

Anzalduas Park - Mission Tx

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Going to check this place out since it’s reopened to the public for 2022 😊

[@MarkSmith-xg3dk]

I love Sea Rim State Park in the summer.

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We look forward to visiting Sea Rim State Park this summer and checking out South Texas State Parks.

[@pozzowon]

#Recommendations: I think I haven't seen coastal parks on your channel, such as Padre Island, Mustang, etc...

[@MrSTravelQuest]

We have Lake Corpus Christi, Mustang Island and Goose Island SP planned for July. We've been itching to visit those park and can't wait to check them out.

[@pozzowon]

@@MrSTravelQuest well well well! If it's during the 4th of July week, I'd love to meet up!!! I'm going there too for the whole week

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Nice! I have those parks planned for the second week of July. I bet the 4th going to be great at those parks. Which parks are your go to near the gulf coast?

[@pozzowon]

@@MrSTravelQuest I'm staying in Padre island so I'll visit Padre island, Mustang and Port Aransas. If I have the chance I'll try going to San Jose island

[@MrSTravelQuest]

@@pozzowon Can’t wait to check the coast out. How crowded are those parks on week days?

[@ArceballZ]

Bro stop smiling

[@MrSTravelQuest]

Never, that’s me.

[@ruthestradarendon8519]

let him be happy its his choice

[@ricardo_valadez]

Texas is lame ngl