Texans will soon be able to explore a sprawling new state park spanning nearly 54,000 acres — making it the second-largest state park in Texas after Big Bend Ranch State Park, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Texas Parks and Wildlife officials on Wednesday said the agency acquired the property in Edwards and Kinney counties, where Silver Lake State Park will eventually open. Located about 150 miles west of San Antonio between Rocksprings and Uvalde, the planned park sits near the West Nueces River and features steep canyons, rugged terrain and rolling hills.
The agency said the park will open in phases, beginning with guided tours and limited day-use access while development continues. Future phases are expected to add trails, visitor facilities and expanded recreational amenities…