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Outdoors & parks.

West Texas weather changes the plan. Check conditions and each park’s posted hours before setting out; bring water and sun protection.

Stonehenge replica on the University of Texas Permian Basin campus in Odessa
Photo: Carol M. Highsmith / Library of Congress · No known restrictions · cropped for layout
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Midland’s nature walk

The city describes I-20 Wildlife Preserve as an 86-acre park with free admission, trails and bird blinds.

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Walk around UTPB

Discover Odessa lists campus trails, a duck pond and the Stonehenge replica as outdoor options.

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Check conditions first

West Texas heat and storms can change an outdoor plan. Use the current forecast and the site operator’s access notice.

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Reviewed September 2026. Hours, schedules, availability and prices can change; verify with the linked source.

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