Best Texas State Parks Guide Apps

2.4😞(593 ratings)

Free

Discover and plan your next adventure at any of the 89 Texas State Parks. Filter parks by activities, accommodations, amenities, or trail types. Access detailed park information, photos, videos, and event schedules.

What We Love

🚀 Easy to use
📍 Helpful park information
🗺️ Good map functionality
🎥 Informative park videos

Room to Improve

🐛 Buggy and unreliable
🔍 Difficult to navigate
🔒 No account integration
🚫 Missing key features

Texas Outdoor Annual by Texas Parks & Wildlife

Guide to hunt, fish & boat.

Strong Contender

⚽ Sports

3.6😐(256 ratings)

Free

This app provides comprehensive regulations for hunting, fishing, and boating in Texas. It includes season dates, bag limits, fishing reports, boating safety information, and license details. Access information specific to your county and find nearby fishing spots.

What We Love

👍 User-friendly interface and easy navigation
📚 Comprehensive hunting and fishing regulations in one place
📱 Offline access to regulations
🎯 Quick reference tool for field use
🔗 Digital license integration
🗺️ Boat ramp locator feature
⚡ Works well when functioning properly

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
⏰ Severely delayed seasonal updates
🔄 License lookup service frequently unavailable
📵 Persistent 'no internet connection' errors despite active connection
🔗 Unwanted behavior of intercepting web links to Chrome
💰 Unexpected inclusion of advertisements on state-published app
📄 License information not persisting or updating properly
🔌 App fails to open after first launch
⚠️ Outdated information causing potential legal violations
🎣 'Where to fish' feature redirects to boat ramps instead of fishing locations

National Park Service by National Park Service

The official app of 420+ parks

Worth Considering

Trails & State Parks - Texas

4.9😊(129K ratings)

Free

#86in Travel

Explore over 420 national parks with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information. Plan your visit with details on amenities, operating hours, and fees. Download park content for offline use, ensuring access even without internet service.

What We Love

👍 Helpful information on national parks
🚀 Useful offline features
💡 Ability to create lists of visited/to-visit parks
🗺️ Interactive maps and GPS guidance
📷 Photo features like creating postcards

Room to Improve

🐛 Downloading issues and app crashes
🔍 Difficulty finding specific information or navigating the app
🗺️ Inconsistent or incomplete map and trail data
🕰️ Outdated information on park hours and closures
🔍 Lack of organization and filtering options

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Downloadable park maps and guidesOffline access to 110+ parks800+ campgrounds and campsites

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TX State Parks

Texas State Park Locations

$6.99

Discover all Texas State Parks with this app. It shows your proximity to each park and provides detailed information, including phone numbers and website links.

View all Texas State ParksProximity to current locationDetailed park information

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paid

The outdoor magazine of Texas

Interactive digital formatExclusive bonus materialsAdvance digital delivery

Explore the natural and cultural resources of Texas with this award-winning digital magazine. Discover articles and photos on fishing, hunting, camping, birding, and state park events. Offers interactive features and bonus materials for iPad and iPhone users.

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Texas State University Mobile

The Official App for TXST

Personalized student/staff dashboardClass schedules and event calendarsCampus maps and shuttle tracking

This official university app provides students, faculty, alumni, and guests with convenient access to campus tools, resources, and information. It offers personalized features like Canvas LMS integration, class schedules, campus maps, event listings, and athletics updates.

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Interactive NPS unit guideDigital park stampsDetailed park information

Discover and plan your visits to all National Park Service units with this interactive guide. Explore attractions, get directions, and track your experiences. Collect digital stamps for visited parks and share your adventures with others.

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National Park Trail Guide

National parks guide and maps

Offline trail data and descriptionsLive GPS position on terrain/satellite mapsHike search by map or curated lists

Discover and explore national parks with detailed trail information, offline maps, and live GPS tracking. Plan your perfect trip with hike difficulty ratings, curated lists, and essential park insights. Never get lost and find family-friendly trails or hidden gems.

Road Conditions for Texas

Real-time road condition statusTraffic camera feedsConstruction and road issue alerts

Access real-time road conditions, traffic cameras, and construction alerts across Texas. View weather station data, roadside messages, and flood station statuses on an interactive map. Monitor traffic congestion and define custom regions for focused updates.

🗺️ Navigation

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ParkMarker: State Parks & NPS

Passport, Offline Maps & Log

Mark visited parksFavorite parks and statesBrowse parks by state

Log your outdoor adventures and discover U.S. state and national parks. Mark visited locations, favorite places, and track detailed stats. Earn badges and use the app offline to document your journeys.

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Trails & Parks In Texas

$1.99

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NY State Parks Explorer

Discover parks and historic sitesEnhanced trail mappingPark information (hours, fees, directions)

Discover over 250 New York State parks, historic sites, and natural attractions. Plan your visits with enhanced trail mapping, essential information, and real-time alerts. Find new adventures, book camping, and explore diverse regions with ease.

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Live GPS trail trackingOffline map accessPark activity filtering

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Outdoor Explorer: Texas

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Trail maps for TexasReal-time location trackingOffline map downloads

Navigate Texas trails with detailed maps and real-time location tracking. Download maps for offline use to ensure you never get lost on your adventures. Always carry a backup paper map for added safety.

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Texas State Campus Recreation

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Facility hours accessEvent listingsProgram information

This official university recreation app provides access to facility hours, events, and programs. It covers various campus recreation services including aquatics, fitness, intramural sports, and outdoor activities.

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Browse 300,000+ campsitesBook campground staysFind last-minute getaways

Discover and book over 300,000 campsites for your next outdoor adventure. Easily find the perfect spot for your family trip, whether you're planning ahead or looking for a last-minute getaway.

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