Fall Plant Walk
Sun, November 05, 2023
Join us as we search for fall colors, late bloomers and other interesting plants on this guided walk.
Spring isn't the only time to find wildflowers in Central Texas...there is a second, shorter blooming season for many plants in the fall. The leaves of flameleaf sumac, western soapberry, little bluestem, and a few other plants have vivid fall colors that liven up the landscape, too. Come out and take a look! This is a moderate intensity hike; participants must be able to walk over rocky, uneven ground.
Open to ages 8 and up; minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No pets please. Dress for the weather; sunscreen and hat recommended. Wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes appropriate for rugged, rocky trails. Bring sun protection, at least 2 liters of water per person and a snack if you think you’ll get hungry. This hike is limited to just 12 participants, so reservations are required! Reserve your spot at https://friendsofgovernmentcanyon.org/events. Registration opens on Saturday two weeks prior to the event and closes at noon the Thursday before the event. Sorry, no group registrations.
The hike is free although Natural Area Entry fees do apply. To save time at the Fee Booth and ensure entrance on crowded days, please reserve your Day Pass by visiting https://texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/government-canyon-state-natural-area/r/deDetails.do?contractCode=TX&parkId=1200058
Plan to arrive early as Sunday mornings can be very busy. The Natural Area’s front gates open at 7AM and the hike begins promptly at 9:00AM. Meet at the rainwater harvesting tower at the Visitor Center no later than 8:45AM.
This program is weather-dependent and subject to cancellation. Check trail conditions by calling GCSNA's main office at 210-688-9055, or go to the GCSNA webpage, Instagram or Facebook.