The Under-The-Radar Destination In Texas With The Most Beautiful Fall Foliage In The State
By Katie Lawrence|Published September 27, 2023
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
There are certain places to see fall foliage in Texas that most of us already know about: Garner State Park in Concan and Lost Maples State Natural Area in Vanderpool, for example. Other spots, such as the state park I’m going to tell you about today, fly under the radar, and it’s truly a shame. Daingerfield State Park is hiding way up in Northeast Texas and is home to some of the most stunning fall foliage in the Lone Star State. You can hike, fish, camp, and more, all while being surrounded by vibrant yellow, orange, and red leaves.
Nestled up in the far northeastern corner of Texas, Daingerfield State Park is worth visiting year-round, but if you consider yourself a leaf-peeper, it's even more paradisal in the fall.
Life jackets and paddles are included, and the park employs a 5-mile-per-hour speed limit.
Visitors can also embark on two scenic hiking trails that meander through the trees. The 2.4-mile Rustling Leaves Trail skirts around the lake and is suitable for beginners.
Water-only and full hookup campsites are available. Roughing it not your thing? Four-person and six-person cabins are also available, and there is a group lodge that sleeps up to 15 guests.
No matter how you choose to enjoy the scenery here, the warm autumn hues add a touch of magic that fills the air with every step you take.
Visit the Texas Parks & Wildlife website for more information about Daingerfield State Park.
Have you ever visited this under-the-radar state park? If so, do you think it’s one of the best places to see fall foliage in Texas? Tell us your thoughts in the comments, and be sure to check out our hiking packing list if you plan on tackling any of the trails in the park.
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