In no particular order, here’s a list of Texas natural wonders so gorgeous you’ll take one look and fall head-over-cowboy-boot-heels in love with the state.

America has 8,565 state parks nationwide, almost every town is only a short drive away from the nearest one. Each park offers something unique to visitors. In 2017, state parks recorded an all-time record of 807 million visitors. Two Texas state parks — Palo Duro Canyon State Park and Brazos Bend State Park — came in second and third respectively among the list of 20 state parks. Top 10 state parks on the 2020 US State Park Index: