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Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:45 PM

Locals hike into new year at state parks

Locals hike into new year at state parks
At South Llano River State Park, from left, are Brett Mosley, Cheyenne Mack, Beverly Tobin, Wendy Johnson, Colt Johnson and Levi Johnson. Contributed/Meghan James

As one year comes to a close and another begins, many Texans mark the transition not with fireworks or resolutions but with hiking boots and fresh air.

The tradition of Last Day and First Day Hikes, promoted across Texas State Parks, continues to gain momentum in the Highland Lakes area as residents and visitors alike choose to welcome the New Year outdoors.

On Dec. 31 and Jan. 1, hikers could be found on trails at Inks Lake State Park, Pedernales Falls State Park, Balcones Canyonlands Preserve and South Llano River State Park.

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