Texas bought a 1,700-acre Hill Country ranch for a new state park; unlike nearby Garner, planners want it rugged, with Frio River access only after miles of backcountry hiking
Texas park authorities have acquired a 1,720-acre ranch in Uvalde County to create Bear Creek State Park, offering outdoor visitors a more natural and rugged alternative to the heavily developed recreation areas nearby. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), the property was purchased for $33.5 million using a one-time state appropriation. It … Read more
