Since 1971, a special group of law enforcement officers have been responsible for the safety, security and protection of the natural jewels in Texas and those who visit them. In
AUSTIN â Since 1971, a special group of law enforcement officers have been responsible for the safety, security and protection of the natural jewels in Texas and those who visit them. In 2021, Texas State Park Police celebrate a half-century of serving these special places and the  10 million state park annual visitors.
As the main law enforcement presence at Texas State Parks, Park Police officers protect the stateâs natural and cultural resources through community-oriented policing and emergency response.
State Park Police officersâ daily job is not limited to proactive patrols, dogs off the leash or parking on the grass, added Masur. Officers must be proficient in the understanding and enforcement of all state law and do not have the luxury of focusing or specializing in one area. On any given weekend, parks become full with visitors and resemble small cities. In addition to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code related to cultural resource protecti