Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park

Sat Aug 23 2025 at 09:00 am to 04:30 pm UTC-05:00

433 FM 1244, Whitney, TX, United States, Texas 76692 | Whitney

Lake Whitney State Park - Texas Parks & Wildlife
Publisher/HostLake Whitney State Park - Texas Parks & Wildlife
Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park
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A flutter of color awaits! Join us for Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park, a colorful, family-friendly educational program to learn all about our native butterflies. Learn about the fascinating life cycles, habits, and local species of these delicate pollinators.
Participants will enjoy a light walk or hike along the beautiful Two Bridges Trail, stopping at designated butterfly signs along the way. At each stop, you’ll discover fun facts about our local butterfly species — and using your smartphone, you can scan QR codes to watch (1–3 minute) short videos that bring each butterfly’s story to life.
This event is ideal for families, children, and anyone curious about pollinators, art, and the beauty of the outdoors.
What to Bring:
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen and insect repellent
• Hat or sunglasses for sun protection
• Cell phone or camera to capture the beauty
Don't forget!
Before you hit the trail, don’t forget to stop by HQ to:
✅ Pay your day-use fee
✅ Sign in for the event
✅ Pick up your Painted Wings Questionnaire
Then, enjoy a stroll along the beautiful Two Bridges Trail, where you can answer a few fun questions as you go.
When you’ve completed your walk and filled out the questionnaire, head back to HQ anytime between 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM. We’d love to hear about your adventure—and as a thank-you, you’ll receive a beautiful butterfly keepsake to remember the day!
We’d love to see your weekend photos so share your favorite Facebook pictures with us!
Reserve your spot today: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/reservations/ or call our CSC at: (512) 389-8900 (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM)
Questions about events contact our park office: (254) 694-3793 (Daily, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) or Email: [email protected]
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