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DaveC · 03-13-2022, 10:09 AM

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Palo Duro past week. Wind chill was 0 degrees. Here is a shot trying to cook breakfast and fight the wind. The zipline place had a sign that said they will open in September of 22

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0*f

When I was there is was 115*f and no wind.
We stayed long enough to leave

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Etxbuckman · 03-13-2022, 02:28 PM

I must say, Buescher State Park is very, very pretty. Not much to do except hike and bike, which is fine with the wife.

I saw that post above about Guadalupe State Park and the fishing to be done, so maybe I need to look at that one for another time.

ateague11 · 03-13-2022, 08:02 PM

Had a blast today fishing. My boy caught a pretty good trout.

Dale Moser · 03-13-2022, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by thegrouse

Palo Duro past week. Wind chill was 0 degrees. Here is a shot trying to cook breakfast and fight the wind. The zipline place had a sign that said they will open in September of 22

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They’re open, we zip lined today before going down into the canyon. It’s just jaw dropping country. We hiked about 6 miles today, and are going to the lighthouse, Goodnight Peak, Big Cave, and Rock Garden in the next couple days…Panhandle plains Museum on Wed.

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thegrouse · 03-13-2022, 10:08 PM

Great to hear yall got to do it. Maybe they closed for the weather. We went to the one right outside the gate.

sp-bow · 03-13-2022, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DFA

If you end up liking Palo Duro, you should check out Caprock Canyon State Park. It is similar to Palo, just smaller scale and a lot less people. They have some really good hiking trails there, and a small lake to fish.

x2. We stayed at both parks last year on our trip. Enjoyed the bison as well.

I bought a TST tire pressure monitoring system when we bought our trailer. Been happy with it so far. just bought a few more sensors for my new utility trailer.

DFA · 03-13-2022, 10:49 PM

Has anyone been to Copper Breaks State Park? Pictures look pretty good and they have a nice looking 60 acre lake to fish, and some hiking too.

sp-bow · 03-13-2022, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Dale Moser

They’re open, we zip lined today before going down into the canyon. It’s just jaw dropping country. We hiked about 6 miles today, and are going to the lighthouse, Goodnight Peak, Big Cave, and Rock Garden in the next couple days…Panhandle plains Museum on Wed.

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Enjoy your trip. We had a good time there last year. Trails were closed do to all the rain they got when we were there. Finally going to pick up our trailer tomorrow morning after the hail damage from Palo last spring.

Etxbuckman · 03-13-2022, 11:25 PM

We’ve had a wonderful time so far, but to top it off my wife’s aunt and uncle called tonight and told us they had a surprise. He won 2 suite tickets to George Strait next Sunday at the HSLR, but they’re gonna be in Maryland for some reason so they’re giving them to us!

OMG I am SO excited now.

Bill M · 03-14-2022, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by ateague11

Had a blast today fishing. My boy caught a pretty good trout.

Good going, dad. He looks mighty proud of that fish.

Bill M · 03-14-2022, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Dale Moser

They’re open, we zip lined today before going down into the canyon. It’s just jaw dropping country. We hiked about 6 miles today, and are going to the lighthouse, Goodnight Peak, Big Cave, and Rock Garden in the next couple days…Panhandle plains Museum on Wed.

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This is on our list for next spring early. I'd like to do both parks. Not sure we would be into the zipline thing though.

Dale Moser · 03-14-2022, 05:27 PM

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This is on our list for next spring early. I'd like to do both parks. Not sure we would be into the zipline thing though.

Do so before it gets hot…I can’t even imagine how hot it gets down there in the summertime. We hiked about 7 miles today including “The Rock Garden”, and I’m beat….but I could never get tired of looking at this place.

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bboswell · 03-14-2022, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Dale Moser

Do so before it gets hot…I can’t even imagine how hot it gets down there in the summertime. We hiked about 7 miles today including “The Rock Garden”, and I’m beat….but I could never get tired of looking at this place.

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Bucket list for sure!

Dale Moser · 03-14-2022, 10:34 PM

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Bucket list for sure!

Man you GOTTA do it, and do it while you can still cover some ground on foot with your boys! My pictures suck and the wind filling the sky with dust isn’t helping, but it’s beautiful, rugged, country. The best parts are seen on foot, but I’d love to do this with horses, and I don’t like horses. I can’t go 2 minutes without thinking of Charlie Goodnight, Col Makenzie, or Quannah Parker hunting or hiding in this crazy place. It’s a Texas History nerd’s dream.

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ColinR · 03-15-2022, 09:25 AM

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Had a blast today fishing. My boy caught a pretty good trout.

How was the park? Is it right on the river with good access? Is it a parking lot park with no trees or are the spots kinda spaced out with some shade? Sorry for all the questions but I'm always looking for a good place on the river and can't stand the parking lot type places that have you crammed in like sardines and no shade.

ateague11 · 03-15-2022, 04:35 PM

The RV park isn’t right on the river but you have private river access right down the road. Most of the lots are fairly spaced out, primarily spots 1-50ish. They are not as spaced out as a COE park but not a parking lot either.

smokeless · 03-15-2022, 05:32 PM

We made reservations for Tyler state park for early April. Always wanted to go up that way.

Dale Moser · 03-15-2022, 06:02 PM

We did the Lighthouse hike today, crowded but worth it. I’m sore, and I’m done hiking for the trip.

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TexasBob · 03-15-2022, 06:16 PM

Great stuff Moser! I’m adding that park to the list. Should take delivery of the new to us fifth wheel next Monday. Can’t wait to take it out. Bravos bend is nice and we do jellystone in the summer. What else is a good stop within a couple hours of Magnolia for a maiden voyage?

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Etxbuckman · 03-15-2022, 07:44 PM

Dale what park is that? Somehow I missed it.

sp-bow · 03-15-2022, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Etxbuckman

Dale what park is that? Somehow I missed it.

Palo Duro Canyon State Park

sp-bow · 03-15-2022, 08:29 PM

Looks like there is a 2'x3' TBH flag in the merch tab. Wish the had one just a little smaller. Might just order the one they have. It's on sale for $35

Dale Moser · 03-15-2022, 08:55 PM

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Dale what park is that? Somehow I missed it.

All the pics are in Palo Duro State Park, but we’re camping at Canyon Rim RV park, right outside the gates to the state park.

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bboswell · 03-15-2022, 09:17 PM

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All the pics are in Palo Duro State Park, but we’re camping at Canyon Rim RV park, right outside the gates to the state park.

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Epic trip and good info on the park, state parks don’t usually work for us

Etxbuckman · 03-15-2022, 09:28 PM

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All the pics are in Palo Duro State Park, but we’re camping at Canyon Rim RV park, right outside the gates to the state park.

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Dale Moser · 03-15-2022, 10:16 PM

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Epic trip and good info on the park, state parks don’t usually work for us

This little park is no prize, but it does have full hookups, zip line, and it’s 200yds from the state park entrance. The wind blows hard up here, but it’s pretty nice tonight. The park is jaw dropping, it’s been a great trip.

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bboswell · 03-15-2022, 10:18 PM

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This little park is no prize, but it does have full hookups, zip line, and it’s 200yds from the state park entrance. The wind blows hard up here, but it’s pretty nice tonight. The park is jaw dropping, it’s been a great trip.

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We don’t require prize winning, just somewhere we fit in

Dale Moser · 03-15-2022, 10:25 PM

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We don’t require prize winning, just somewhere we fit in

You’re jeep will be perfect for checking out the canyon, top off, and take turns driving. Ive wanted to come here for 30 years, but it was actually the women of our crew who booked it. I was afraid they and the kids would get bored way before I did. But every time we get ready to “check out” a trail, I’m looking at the kids backs before I can restock my backpack with water, and strap it on. The boys have absolutely eaten it up, I think those little *******s could walk right off the map if I wasn’t slowing them down…

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Dale Moser · 03-15-2022, 10:32 PM

It was pretty warm today, so after 6 miles we took the kids down to the river to cool off while we had some beers. Snoop jumped right in and jumped out like a mullet! He said “dad why is this water so cold?” I said “because it was snow 4 days ago!”

We topped off the day with back strap in the disc.

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Etxbuckman · 03-16-2022, 10:49 PM

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It was pretty warm today, so after 6 miles we took the kids down to the river to cool off while we had some beers. Snoop jumped right in and jumped out like a mullet! He said “dad why is this water so cold?” I said “because it was snow 4 days ago!”

We topped off the day with back strap in the disc.

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Looks like a **** fine day.

Mike D · 03-16-2022, 11:09 PM

Heck yeah epic trip there Mr Moser.

That area is definitely on our list. I want to go to the observatory and nerd out on space stuff and get some night time pics in a dark sky park.

I bet the views at night are incredible with no light pollution.

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Dale Moser · 03-16-2022, 11:36 PM

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Heck yeah epic trip there Mr Moser.

That area is definitely on our list. I want to go to the observatory and nerd out on space stuff and get some night time pics in a dark sky park.

I bet the views at night are incredible with no light pollution.

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What you’re talking about is more Big Bend than here. We’re 15 miles south of Amarillo, and we’ve had big moons, so not great stars.

I want to go to big bend now more than ever.

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TexasBob · 03-21-2022, 06:37 PM

Sealed the deal and brought home the new to us RV upgrade today. 2017 Raptor 355ts. Big difference from the RV queen one bedroom work and play with no slides.

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eaglegolfj · 03-21-2022, 07:22 PM

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Bill M · 03-22-2022, 06:24 AM

Great pics showing how the Lighthouse really is, Dale. Thanks.

Bob, nice rig.

Sitting here in Brazos Bend SP this morning. Got here yesterday before the bad weather started and now waiting on what will likely be the heaviest rain since we got here. I haven't unloaded the truck yet but will once the rain clears. Supposed to be beautiful the rest of the week.

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TexasBob · 03-22-2022, 03:35 PM

We like that park Bill. It’s booked solid on the weekends it seems.

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sotx · 03-22-2022, 04:41 PM

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All the pics are in Palo Duro State Park, but we’re camping at Canyon Rim RV park, right outside the gates to the state park.

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Camped there couple times its great and it looks like yall had a blast. Its a pretty good hump for me from San Antonio but worth it. Our last trip there it snowed and it gave the place a whole other look.

This coming weekend we headed to South llano State park. Never been there even though its only 2 hours from my house.

Two weeks ago we camped at Goliad State Park. Pretty cool with a lot of history. Nice park was not crowded at all.

Bill M · 03-22-2022, 08:41 PM

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We like that park Bill. It’s booked solid on the weekends it seems.

Yeh, it's pretty popular. I made this reservation back in December and we camp during the week.

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Camped there couple times its great and it looks like yall had a blast. Its a pretty good hump for me from San Antonio but worth it. Our last trip there it snowed and it gave the place a whole other look.

This coming weekend we headed to South llano State park. Never been there even though its only 2 hours from my house.

Two weeks ago we camped at Goliad State Park. Pretty cool with a lot of history. Nice park was not crowded at all.

S. Llano River SP is our favorite park. It is the park that made us begin thinking of buying a travel trailer. We will be there in May. Enjoy.

sotx · 03-22-2022, 09:31 PM

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Yeh, it's pretty popular. I made this reservation back in December and we camp during the week.

S. Llano River SP is our favorite park. It is the park that made us begin thinking of buying a travel trailer. We will be there in May. Enjoy.

Wow now I'm even more excited to visit. Thanks

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sotx · 03-30-2022, 02:17 PM

OK went to South Llano River State Park. I don't think I have ever seen drier country. One spark and that place will explode. No leaves on any trees and powder for dirt. We had a good time, just relaxing, did a couple hikes. Dang big park that's for sure.

Dale Moser · 03-30-2022, 02:24 PM

You ever heard that saying about dogs looking like their owners….

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sotx · 03-30-2022, 02:38 PM

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You ever heard that saying about dogs looking like their owners….

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LMAO yes and yes lol

DaveC · 03-30-2022, 02:43 PM

That's a nice park for sure, hopefully the water is flowing enough in the river not to be stagnant.

Watching the front cross the state this morning I was hoping that area would at least get a splash, but it appears to have been skipped. Sadly enough.

Bill M · 03-30-2022, 03:13 PM

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OK went to South Llano River State Park. I don't think I have ever seen drier country. One spark and that place will explode. No leaves on any trees and powder for dirt. We had a good time, just relaxing, did a couple hikes. Dang big park that's for sure.

Looks like site 046. It's feast or famine there as far as the rain goes it seems. Glad y'all had a good time.

We will be there end of May. Hope they get some rain before then.

How is the new visitor's center coming along?

sotx · 03-31-2022, 03:10 PM

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Looks like site 046. It's feast or famine there as far as the rain goes it seems. Glad y'all had a good time.

We will be there end of May. Hope they get some rain before then.

How is the new visitor's center coming along?

I was amazed at how big the park is and lots of remote camping. Very very dry need rain bad.

Spivey · 04-02-2022, 09:01 PM

Following just bought the family our first travel trailer today

RMW · 04-02-2022, 10:11 PM

Anyone mount a Dish traveler pro 1000 on top of their RV? If so, could y’all post some pics? Would like to see how cables are ran

Bill M · 04-03-2022, 04:29 AM

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Anyone mount a Dish traveler pro 1000 on top of their RV? If so, could y’all post some pics? Would like to see how cables are ran

Any of these I have seen are portable and not mounted. Too much chance of trees blocking the satellite path otherwise I would think.

RMW · 04-03-2022, 05:39 PM

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Any of these I have seen are portable and not mounted. Too much chance of trees blocking the satellite path otherwise I would think.

It’s to big and heavy, wineguard says only to roof mount

Bill M · 04-03-2022, 08:56 PM

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It’s to big and heavy, wineguard says only to roof mount

First I have ever seen of that one. No help here.

03-13-2022, 08:02 PM	#153
ateague11 Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Taylor, TX Hunt In: ... a tree!	Had a blast today fishing. My boy caught a pretty good trout. Attached Images

03-21-2022, 06:37 PM	#183
TexasBob Pope & Young Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NW Houston Area	2022 - RV/Camping Thread Sealed the deal and brought home the new to us RV upgrade today. 2017 Raptor 355ts. Big difference from the RV queen one bedroom work and play with no slides. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-30-2022, 02:17 PM	#190
sotx Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Antonio, TX Hunt In: McMullen County	OK went to South Llano River State Park. I don't think I have ever seen drier country. One spark and that place will explode. No leaves on any trees and powder for dirt. We had a good time, just relaxing, did a couple hikes. Dang big park that's for sure. Attached Images

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03-13-2022, 02:28 PM	#152
Etxbuckman Pope & Young Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Spring	I must say, Buescher State Park is very, very pretty. Not much to do except hike and bike, which is fine with the wife. I saw that post above about Guadalupe State Park and the fishing to be done, so maybe I need to look at that one for another time.

03-13-2022, 10:08 PM	#155
thegrouse Pope & Young Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: San Antonio Hunt In: Wilson and San Saba County	Great to hear yall got to do it. Maybe they closed for the weather. We went to the one right outside the gate.

03-13-2022, 10:49 PM	#157
DFA Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Corinth Hunt In: Cottle and Grayson County	Has anyone been to Copper Breaks State Park? Pictures look pretty good and they have a nice looking 60 acre lake to fish, and some hiking too.

03-13-2022, 11:25 PM	#159
Etxbuckman Pope & Young Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Spring	We’ve had a wonderful time so far, but to top it off my wife’s aunt and uncle called tonight and told us they had a surprise. He won 2 suite tickets to George Strait next Sunday at the HSLR, but they’re gonna be in Maryland for some reason so they’re giving them to us! OMG I am SO excited now.

03-15-2022, 04:35 PM	#166
ateague11 Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Taylor, TX Hunt In: ... a tree!	The RV park isn’t right on the river but you have private river access right down the road. Most of the lots are fairly spaced out, primarily spots 1-50ish. They are not as spaced out as a COE park but not a parking lot either.

03-15-2022, 05:32 PM	#167
smokeless Ten Point Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Minerva Hunt In: Across the fence	We made reservations for Tyler state park for early April. Always wanted to go up that way.

03-15-2022, 06:02 PM	#168
Dale Moser Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Wise Cty Hunt In: Young Cty	We did the Lighthouse hike today, crowded but worth it. I’m sore, and I’m done hiking for the trip. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-15-2022, 06:16 PM	#169
TexasBob Pope & Young Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NW Houston Area	Great stuff Moser! I’m adding that park to the list. Should take delivery of the new to us fifth wheel next Monday. Can’t wait to take it out. Bravos bend is nice and we do jellystone in the summer. What else is a good stop within a couple hours of Magnolia for a maiden voyage? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-15-2022, 07:44 PM	#170
Etxbuckman Pope & Young Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Spring	Dale what park is that? Somehow I missed it.

03-15-2022, 08:29 PM	#172
sp-bow Ten Point Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Magnolia, TX Hunt In: SHNF, MI	Looks like there is a 2'x3' TBH flag in the merch tab. Wish the had one just a little smaller. Might just order the one they have. It's on sale for $35

03-15-2022, 10:32 PM	#179
Dale Moser Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Wise Cty Hunt In: Young Cty	It was pretty warm today, so after 6 miles we took the kids down to the river to cool off while we had some beers. Snoop jumped right in and jumped out like a mullet! He said “dad why is this water so cold?” I said “because it was snow 4 days ago!” We topped off the day with back strap in the disc. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-16-2022, 11:09 PM	#181
Mike D Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: North Texas Hunt In: Haskell County, TX	Heck yeah epic trip there Mr Moser. That area is definitely on our list. I want to go to the observatory and nerd out on space stuff and get some night time pics in a dark sky park. I bet the views at night are incredible with no light pollution. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

03-21-2022, 07:22 PM	#184
eaglegolfj Ten Point Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Dayton TX	tagged

03-22-2022, 06:24 AM	#185
Bill M Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bryan, Texas	Great pics showing how the Lighthouse really is, Dale. Thanks. Bob, nice rig. Sitting here in Brazos Bend SP this morning. Got here yesterday before the bad weather started and now waiting on what will likely be the heaviest rain since we got here. I haven't unloaded the truck yet but will once the rain clears. Supposed to be beautiful the rest of the week.

03-22-2022, 03:35 PM	#186
TexasBob Pope & Young Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NW Houston Area	We like that park Bill. It’s booked solid on the weekends it seems. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-30-2022, 02:24 PM	#191
Dale Moser Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Wise Cty Hunt In: Young Cty	You ever heard that saying about dogs looking like their owners…. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-30-2022, 02:43 PM	#193
DaveC Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crosby,Tx Hunt In: Kinney County	That's a nice park for sure, hopefully the water is flowing enough in the river not to be stagnant. Watching the front cross the state this morning I was hoping that area would at least get a splash, but it appears to have been skipped. Sadly enough.

04-02-2022, 09:01 PM	#196
Spivey Spike Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tye,Tx Hunt In: Callahan,Taylor County	Following just bought the family our first travel trailer today

04-02-2022, 10:11 PM	#197
RMW Pope & Young Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Burr Hunt In: Down South	Anyone mount a Dish traveler pro 1000 on top of their RV? If so, could y’all post some pics? Would like to see how cables are ran