— A $22 million pedestrian and bike bridge is set to begin construction in 2026, connecting Houston’s Uptown area with Memorial Park. The project aims to improve walking and cycling safety and create a greener transportation network. [source]
— A 67-year-old man from Alvarado, North Texas, collapsed while hiking on the South Kaibab Trail in Grand Canyon National Park. Despite CPR efforts by other hikers, he did not survive. The NPS urges visitors to avoid midday hikes in extreme heat. [source]
— Sudden flooding along the Guadalupe River claimed the lives of multiple campers near Kerrville, including two couples from Sulphur Springs. Heavy rainfall caused dangerous river surges across Hill Country. [source]
— Several Texas state parks, including Guadalupe River, Colorado Bend, and Lost Maples, remain temporarily closed due to flood damage. Trails and roads are being assessed for safety. [source]
— The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission passed a new policy requiring new park lands to open for daytime use within one year of acquisition, and to provide full amenities within four years. [source]
— After months of bridge repair, the full 20-mile trailway at Lake Mineral Wells State Park is now open to the public with improved safety infrastructure. [source]
— Garner State Park closed several popular trails, including the Madrone and Blinn River Trail, due to road work near scenic overlooks. Trails are expected to reopen by July 21. [source]
— Heavy rain has forced the closure of all mountain bike trails at Reimers Ranch Park in Travis County. Beach access roads are also restricted on weekends. [source]
— Multiple hiking trails in River Ranch County Park are temporarily closed after recent flooding made access unsafe. [source]
— After days of trail closures due to weather, several sections of the Sam Houston National Forest multi-use trails have reopened for public access. [source]
