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Submerged coastal lands:
in Texas, the wet beach is state-owned submerged land protected for the public by the Texas General Land Office (GLO). There are four million acres of state-owned submerged lands.
State parks:
large areas of outstanding natural or scenic land. Allowable uses are designated by the TPWD and may include camping, hiking, picnicking, and hunting. There are 633,655 acres in the state park system.
State recreational areas:
areas of natural or scenic character, selectively developed to provide recreational opportunities.
State natural areas:
areas established for the protection and stewardship of outstanding features of statewide significance. These areas may be used in sustainable manner for scientific research, education, esthetic enjoyment, and such other appropriate public use as sound biological management permits. There are approximaytely 90,000 acres of state natural areas.
State historical areas:
areas established for the preservation and interpretation of prehistoric and historic resources of statewide or national significance. Historic areas shall provide for recreation or other public uses that are not detrimental to the long-term preservation of the cultural and natural resources.
State wildlife management areas:
areas primarily devoted to preservation of the state's wildlife resources. Wildlife areas are acquired, however, for multiple uses, including demonstration areas for wildlife management, public hunting and fishing, and other outdoor recreational activities. There are 411,151 acres of state wildlife mangemnt areas.
State and national forests:
national and state forests are set aside for multiple uses, including timber harvesting, mining, cattle-raising, wildlife habitat, and public recreation.
National wilderness areas:
lands designated for special protection by Congress. They must meet certain minimum size requirements and can be used for multiple purposes.
National wildlife refuges:
areas intended for protection of wildlife and their habitat. They are usually open to the public for bird watching, and wildlife viewing. There are fourteen national wildlife refuges located in Texas.
National grasslands:
there are approximately 118,000 acres of national grasslands in Texas. These grasslands have been set aside for multiple purposes, including recreational opportunities, forage for grazing, and oil and gas production.
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