The Promise of Palo Pinto Mountains State Park: A documentary by David Sentendrey

This is a documentary I shot, produced and edited entirely by myself on the opening of Palo Pinto Mountains State Park in Texas. Hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders will be able to make use of a vast trail system. "The trail system as a whole is about 16 miles right now," Park Superintendent James Adams said. "Hoping to add onto that in the future." On Tucker Lake, guests will be able to fish, boat, swim, and look for birds, according to the park’s website. Motorboats will not be allowed, "to protect the park’s tranquility." Campsites will include RV sites, as well as walk-in tent sites and primitive camping areas. Picnic areas and playgrounds will provide gathering places for small and large groups. The park will have first-come, first-serve pavilions with picnic tables for guests. The park’s main pavilion, with a stunning, panoramic view of the park, will be available to rent for $150 per day and can be used for anything from family gatherings to weddings. "Our goal is to make our facilities accessible for folks," Adams said. We don’t want to price people out from enjoying our parks — or their parks."