The Road to Palo Pinto Mountains State Park

Experience the raw, uninterrupted approach to the most anticipated outdoor space in Texas. Before tackling a grueling 22-mile trail run, this continuous 16-minute drive puts you in the front seat for a cinematic scouting mission into Palo Pinto Mountains State Park. Located just outside the quiet town of Strawn, this massive conservation project sits right in the heart of the Cross Timbers ecoregion, where dense eastern forests meet the rugged western plains. This drive takes you past the historic remnants of early Texas boomtowns and the Texas and Pacific Railway, transitioning deep into reclaimed ranch land. Along the scenic route, we scout the brand new park infrastructure, rolling past the modern RV campsites and equestrian facilities, before finally arriving at the centerpiece of the park, Tucker Lake. This is a slow-burn, documentary-style tour designed to give you a real-time look at the road conditions, the shifting landscape, and the deep history of the area. Lean back, listen to the ambient sounds of the tires on the gravel, and take in the scenery before the massive backcountry hike begins. Thanks for watching, and make sure to join us on our next adventure! SOCIAL: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/adventurewithbg INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/adventureswithbg FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/adventureswithbg BLOG: http://adventureswithbg.com #palopintomountainsstatepark #texasstateparks #strawntexas #tuckerlake #crosstimbers #scenicdrive #texasoutdoorhistory #gopro11 #hikingtexas