Government Canyon State Natural Area

First Saturday Guided Hike: Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike: Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Guided Hike to the Protected Habitat Area: Ready for a longer hike? Join experienced guides for an all-day excursion into the farthest reaches of Government Canyon SNA.
Junior Ranger Academy: Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Junior Ranger Academy: Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Nature Journaling: Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Sounds of the Night: Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
CANCELED-S'mores Storytime: Stop by for an evening storytime and nature craft, followed by s'mores and a setting sun.
Birding for Beginners: Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Prairie in Your Pocket: Wildlife habitat isn't just in our parks. Your own yard can provide a place of refuge for butterflies, birds, and other wildlife...as well as yourself.
Colors of the Canyon: Create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of an autumn day at Government Canyon.
Night Crawlers: Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants: Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants: Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
First Saturday Guided Hike: Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Junior Ranger Academy: Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Junior Ranger Academy: Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Bluff Spurs Hike: Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
Hike to the Dino Tracks: Take a 5-mile hike with a ranger to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Sunset History Hike: Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Kallison Ranch Hike: Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Kallison Ranch Hike: Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike: Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike: Do you want to hike to Government Canyon’s Protected Habitat (Pro Hab)? Are you feeling unsure about taking on such a long hike? Join experienced guides who will lead you on a series of progressively longer hikes to help you prepare for the annual Hike to the Pro Hab.
Veterans Day Hike: Come out to Government Canyon State Natural Area and celebrate our military members with a Veteran’s Day Hike.
Insectigation Hike: What's bugging you? Let's take a hike to observe some of the little things that are really running the world.
Nature's Gifts: For thousands of years, the diverse native plants of south-central Texas have offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk/Ruck: Join us for a walk in honor of those we have lost to suicide and in support of those still struggling to find a way to live after their service.
Full Moon Hike: Join us for a short hike in the Frontcountry under the silvery light of the moon.
Fall Plant Walk: Join us as we search for fall colors, late bloomers and other interesting plants on this guided walk.
Winter Solstice Night Hike: Take a walk over fields and through the woods on a starry (fingers crossed), moonless night...the longest night of the year.