Night Sky Journaling
Sat, June 28, 2025
Learn to navigate the stars!
Meet: Day Use Area. Park in the Swim Beach parking and take a short walk to the viewing location.
Bring: lawn chair/blanket, flashlight (preferably red light), binoculars (optional), water, bug spray, close-toed shoes, dress for weather, journaling supplies will be provided
Cost: Free with park admission. $5 per person 13 and up, free for children 12 and under. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass.
- Wait until the day of to purchase a day pass to be sure the weather doesn't cancel the event.
- If you have a camping reservation, you do not need to purchase a day pass.
- If arriving after 4:30 PM, use the self-pay station to get your day pass (cash only or online if available).
Registration is Required! Please register using the link below.
No cellphones or flashlights in viewing area. The light can reset your night vision, and it can take 40 minutes to readjust.
Bring a red flashlight if you have one. Red light will help you see without disrupting your ability to see the stars. We can turn your regular flashlight into a red light flashlight at the event.
Arrive before dark so you can easily find where we are set up.
Please leave pets at home for this event.
*Events are programs are subject to cancellation due to weather. If cancelled, an update will be made to this posting. Please contact park staff directly for more information and the latest updates.