Rusk/Palestine State Park

Each of the two units of the park offers outdoor fun and recreation, such as camping, hiking, picnicking, and pedal boating, along with watching native birds and small mammals. Rusk/Palestine State Park in East Texas includes the terminals of the popular Texas State Railroad.

Getting There & Details

Admission
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Phone
512/389-8900
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More Things to Do

Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Footbridge Garden Park

Wooded setting for 546-foot footbridge, said to be nation's longest, originally built 1861 for crossing…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Jim Hogg Historic Park

175-acre scenic forest area of lofty pines. Dedicated as memorial to Governor Hogg, attractions include…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Old Rusk Penitentiary Bldg.

Central administration building of present Rusk State Hospital built as main building of former Rusk…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Birmingham Forest Lake & Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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