Hikes & Nature Walks
October 2022
Oct
1
9:30a
End Date
Lockhart State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (SOLD OUT)
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
2
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
2
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
2
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
2
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Oct
2
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
2
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a ranger for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Oct
2
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Oct
2
9:30a
End Date
Useful and Edible Plants
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn about the plants of deep south Texas and their importance to people & wildlife.
Oct
2
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a park ranger or Master Naturalist as we hike to the top of Enchanted Rock.
Oct
2
10:00a
End Date
Creekfield Lake Nature Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for 0.5-mile hike around our Creekfield Lake!
Oct
2
10:00a
End Date
Why Does Everything Hurt?
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join us for a walk along the Fort Leaton Nature Trail to learn why desert plants are so prickly!
Oct
5
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Oct
5
9:30a
End Date
Oct
5
6:30p
End Date
Know Before You Go: Hiking 101
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us with park volunteers, Whitney and Erik, as we hike the 3-mile DORBA trail and explore how to be prepared before our next outdoor adventure!
Oct
6
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday this Fall for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Oct
6
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Oct
7
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
7
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
7
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Oct
7
3:00p
End Date
Bayside Bird Tour
Mustang Island State Park
Explore the bayside of Mustang Island on an easy 1 mile walk
Oct
7
7:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Blanco State Park
Join us for a short hike under the evening sky and learn about the many nocturnal animals that call Blanco State Park home.
Oct
8
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
8
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
8
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
8
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
8
9:00a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
8
9:00a
End Date
Guided Nature Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger on a short .2-mile hike down to Devil's Waterhole to learn about native plants and local geology.
Oct
8
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
CCC Hike - Guided tour of the Bois d' Arc Trail
Bonham State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) features hidden around the park and on the Bois d' Arc Trail.
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
Catfish Point Trail Guided Hike
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Get outside and enjoy some time on the trail!
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Master Naturalist Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Join a Lost Pines Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
🦖 50th Anniversary Celebration 🦕
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for our 50th Anniversary Celebration - a party 113-million years in the making!
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
Seeds and Their Secrets Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of our native seeds in this fun walk!
Oct
8
10:30a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk
Mission Tejas State Park
Nature can provide, if you know what to look for!
Oct
8
10:30a
End Date
🦖 Leave No Trace Nature Hike 🦕
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come learn all about Leave No Trace and how to better protect your park!
Oct
8
12:00p
End Date
🦖 Snake Safety Hike 🦕
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a quick hike to talk about snake species and safety!
Oct
8
2:00p
End Date
Oct
8
2:00p
End Date
🦖 Heat Hacks Hike 🦕
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Learn how to beat the heat with these outdoor heat hacks and tips!
Oct
8
6:45p
End Date
Hunter’s Moon Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Experience the rising of October’s Hunter’s Moon in this full moon hike.
Oct
8
7:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike: Park After Dark
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a full moon hike under the October Hunter's Moon!
Oct
8
8:00p
End Date
Oct
8
8:30p
End Date
Blacklight Night Hike! - Fairfield Lake
Fairfield Lake State Park
Join us on Saturday Night on October 8th & 15th as we search with a Blacklight for scorpions and "sniff" for spiders!
Blacklights are provided but feel free to bring your own as they are in limited supply. Closed-toed shoes are a MUST!
Oct
9
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
9
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
9
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
9
8:30a
End Date
Women's Hike - Upper Sunset
Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Herbology 101
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join a Ranger at Barton Warnock Visitor Center - Desert Garden to explore the practical (sometimes magical) properties of desert plants!
Oct
9
9:30a
End Date
Bug a Ranger
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Take a peek into the lives of insects and the ranger that bugs them.
Oct
9
10:00a
End Date
Plants of the Mission
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore how Native Americans utilized the plants in the area for food, clothing, tools, and more!
Oct
9
11:00a
End Date
Oct
9
2:00p
End Date
Oct
9
2:00p
End Date
Pollinator Walk
Hill Country State Natural Area
Search for butterflies, bees, and more with a ranger on this 1.2-mile guided walk.
Oct
9
8:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Hill Country State Natural Area
Grab your flashlight and join a ranger for a guided night hike.
Oct
10
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a park ranger or Master Naturalist as we hike to the top of Enchanted Rock.
Oct
11
8:00a
End Date
Fall Migration Bird Walk
Cedar Hill State Park
There is a nip in the air as fall begins to arrive in Texas which can only mean one thing: fall bird migration!
Oct
12
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday this Fall for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Oct
13
10:00a
End Date
Oct
14
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
14
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Oct
14
6:00p
End Date
Herpetology Hike
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us on our 2.5-mile Talala Trail as we learn about what our Texas herp species can tell us about our environment and the changes taking place around us!
Oct
14
7:00p
End Date
Wonders of the Night
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Ever wonder what critters explore the park after dark?
Oct
14
7:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Blanco State Park
Join us for a short hike under the evening sky and learn about the many nocturnal animals that call Blanco State Park home.
Oct
15
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
15
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Beach Hike
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Oct
15
9:30a
End Date
Roundabout Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Discover another side to Enchanted Rock with this hike around the dome!
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Catfish Point Trail Guided Hike
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Get outside and enjoy some time on the trail!
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Life in the Desert Nature Walk
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join us for a walk as we explore how plants, animals, and even people have adapted to the desert for thousands of years!
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Howl-o-ween in the Park
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Bring your furry friend to celebrate Halloween with costume contest and more with our first Howl-O-Ween in the Park!
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
BARK Ranger Hike
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Enjoy the trail with your furry companion and learn about the B.A.R.K. Ranger principles that keep your furry friend safe while having fun in the park!
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Hard Labor Hike
Lockhart State Park
Hear the story of the Civilian Conservation Corps and discover their legacy in this engaging hike!
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Intro to Hiking: For Women Only
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Oct
15
10:30a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Oct
15
11:00a
End Date
🦋 Monarch Migration Activity
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Become a Monarch Butterfly and make decisions during your migration!
Oct
15
2:00p
End Date
Falls and Fossils
Pedernales Falls State Park
Discover the secrets behind the wondrous Pedernales Falls!
Oct
15
2:00p
End Date
Oct
15
5:30p
End Date
Oct
15
6:00p
End Date
Night Hike Safety Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join our rangers for a quick stroll to discuss hiking at night and being safe while hiking after dark.
Oct
15
7:00p
End Date
Moth Night
Mother Neff State Park
Mother Neff State Park is hosting our annual Moth Night! Come discover the night life from critters to the night sky! You will learn what critters go bump in the night and learn why they are important. If you are feeling adventurous, you might even go on a guided night hike with a backlight to see the amazing critters that call the park their home.
Oct
15
7:30p
End Date
Creatures of the Night Hike
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a night hike to discover the critters that come out when the sun goes down!
Oct
15
8:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a walk through a scale model of our solar system.
Oct
15
8:30p
End Date
Blacklight Night Hike! - Fairfield Lake
Fairfield Lake State Park
Join us on Saturday Night on October 8th & 15th as we search with a Blacklight for scorpions and "sniff" for spiders!
Blacklights are provided but feel free to bring your own as they are in limited supply. Closed-toed shoes are a MUST!
Oct
16
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
16
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as the Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Prairie Adventure Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Join a ranger for an adventure through the remaining 1% of coastal prairie habitat.
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Why Does Everything Hurt?
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join us for a walk along the Fort Leaton Nature Trail to learn why desert plants are so prickly!
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Mindfulness Walk
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Enjoy a self-guided refreshing, recharge in nature.
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Oct
16
11:00a
End Date
Plant Passports
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Want to learn how to use iNaturalist? Join us to learn and participate in a BioBlitz!
Oct
16
11:00a
End Date
Frog Pond Walk
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Jessica on a short exploration of the trails to and around Frog Pond.
Oct
18
7:30a
End Date
Oct
19
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday this Fall for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Beach Hike
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Oct
21
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Oct
21
7:00p
End Date
Spiders of the Night
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Friend or foe? Uncover the secrets of spiders and learn how to sniff them out.
Oct
21
8:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Gaze at the stars and hunt for scorpions on a Copper Breaks night hike!
Oct
21
8:00p
End Date
Creepy Creatures of the Night
Palmetto State Park
Explore the park as the sun goes down to see what lurks around the next turn.
Oct
22
8:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Tour
Eisenhower State Park
Rise and shine with Ranger Lindsay on an easy walk to learn about the birds of Eisenhower!
Oct
22
8:00a
End Date
Oct
22
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 10/22/2022
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required and limit of 15 participants.
This guided hike takes participants into remote areas of the Seminole and Presa Canyons.
Please click on blue title for full tour description.
NO PETS
Oct
22
8:00a
End Date
Old Tin Mine Hike
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a Park Ranger or volunteer guides for a hike out to the El Paso Tin Mines, the remains of a mining operation from the early 1900s.
Oct
22
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Guided Nature Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger on a short .2-mile hike down to Devil's Waterhole to learn about native plants and local geology.
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Oct
22
9:30a
End Date
Little Rock Wander
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Master Naturalist Lorri on an off-trail hiking adventure to the top of Little Rock Dome!
Oct
22
10:00a
End Date
Catfish Point Trail Guided Hike
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Get outside and enjoy some time on the trail!
Oct
22
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay.
Oct
22
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Walk: Oak Flats Nature Trail
Lake Livingston State Park
Take a guided walk to learn about the plants and wildlife of Lake Livingston State Park.
Oct
22
10:30a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Oct
22
2:00p
End Date
Oct
22
3:00p
End Date
Bayside Bird Tour
Mustang Island State Park
Explore the bayside of Mustang Island on an easy 1 mile walk
Oct
22
6:00p
End Date
Trick-or-Treat Night Hike
Daingerfield State Park
Join us for our 1st Annual Trick-or-Treat Night Hike!
Oct
22
8:00p
End Date
Creepy Creatures of the Night
Palmetto State Park
Explore the park as the sun goes down to see what lurks around the next turn.
Oct
22
8:00p
End Date
Night Hike on Island Trails
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Come experience the park after dark with a guided hike!
Oct
23
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
23
8:30a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
Herbology 101
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join a Ranger at Barton Warnock Visitor Center - Desert Garden to explore the practical (sometimes magical) properties of desert plants!
Oct
23
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a park ranger or Master Naturalist as we hike to the top of Enchanted Rock.
Oct
23
9:30a
End Date
Fungi Walk
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn about fungi during a guided walk with a park ranger!
Oct
23
10:00a
End Date
Earn Your Junior Ranger Badge
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Take a walk with Ranger Regina and become an official Junior Ranger!
Oct
23
11:00a
End Date
Overlook Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your boots and join a ranger for a hike to the best view in the park!
Oct
23
11:00a
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz - Nature Walk
Franklin Mountains State Park
Get some last-minute pollinator identifications in before the Pollinator BioBlitz is over this year!
Oct
23
11:30a
End Date
Pollinator BioBlitz - Tom Mays Trail
Franklin Mountains State Park
Get some last-minute pollinator identifications in before the Pollinator BioBlitz is over this year!
Oct
25
8:00a
End Date
Mindfulness Hike
Being mindful can be hard at times and nature is the perfect place to take that time to get away.
Oct
26
9:30a
End Date
Birding 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Gain a "bird's eye view" of the park while learning about seasonal and migratory birds of the Davis Mountains.
Oct
26
6:00p
End Date
Halloween Costume Crawl
Cedar Hill State Park
Halloween is almost upon us, and we want to see all of your glorious costumes!
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday this Fall for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this 1.5-mile hike.
Oct
27
10:00a
End Date
Oct
27
4:30p
End Date
Bat Walk
Franklin Mountains State Park
Curious about our friendly neighborhood sky monkeys? A little scared of the flying "vampires?" Can't wait to embrace the night life of a super hero? Wherever you stand when it comes to bats, join us to learn more about these often misunderstood critters and hopefully spot one as it embarks on its nightly dinner hunt.
Oct
27
8:00p
End Date
Creatures of the Night
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Take a little stroll and explore the wildlife in the park after dark. Space is limited!
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Survival Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this moderate, 2-hour hike, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
28
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Oct
28
6:15p
End Date
Oct
28
6:15p
End Date
Bat Walk
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Walk with a ranger around Fort Leaton on the lookout for the bats who live there!
Oct
28
7:30p
End Date
Oct
28
8:00p
End Date
Creepy Creatures of the Night
Palmetto State Park
Explore the park as the sun goes down to see what lurks around the next turn.
Oct
28
8:15p
End Date
*Halloween Special* Night Hike!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
A guided nature hike on our trails - see what the park is like after dark!
Oct
29
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Birding On The Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Come observe the vast array of winged wildlife living in DMSP on a birding walk through an area of the park few guests visit.
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Guided Nature Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger on a short .2-mile hike down to Devil's Waterhole to learn about native plants and local geology.
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Beach Hike
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Oct
29
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a park ranger or Master Naturalist as we hike to the top of Enchanted Rock.
Oct
29
9:30a
End Date
McKinney Falls State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
29
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Oct
29
10:00a
End Date
Oct
29
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Fort Boggy State Park
No local grocery store? The land provided many things for the settlers of Fort Boggy.
Oct
29
10:30a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Oct
29
10:30a
End Date
Struggling Towards Harmony, Guided Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Explore how forests fight to grow and regenerate over time.
Oct
29
2:00p
End Date
Bark in the Park
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join a ranger with your pups for a wonder-filled afternoon walk in wildlife.
Oct
29
2:30p
End Date
Plant Walk
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Find native plants in the park on a stroll through the garden.
Oct
29
3:00p
End Date
Bayside Bird Tour
Mustang Island State Park
Explore the bayside of Mustang Island on an easy 1 mile walk
Oct
29
6:00p
End Date
Ghost Stories at the Chimney
Bonham State Park
Hear local ghost stories collected by a storytelling bard.
Oct
29
7:00p
End Date
Creatures of the Night - Evening Walk
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Nocturnal wanderings amoung the nocturnal.
Oct
29
7:00p
End Date
Haunted Lake Trail
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
We're introducing our first annual Haunted Lake Trail at our park! There's something for everyone from our 13+ Haunted Trail, to our Trunk or Treat event. Other activities include Halloween Bash in the Gym, the spooky Youth Haunted House experience in Nature Center, and much more! Admission is FREE!
Oct
29
8:00p
End Date
Oct
30
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Birding Tour
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Spot some of the over 200 species of birds identified at Lake Corpus Christi State Park!
Oct
30
9:30a
End Date
1st Steps in Nature
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Learn and practice healthy ways to experience nature and wildlife with your littles in the park.
Oct
30
11:00a
End Date
Frog Pond Walk
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Jessica on a short exploration of the trails to and around Frog Pond.
November 2022
Nov
3
10:00a
End Date
Nov
4
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
5
9:00a
End Date
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
6
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Nov
6
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Nov
10
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Nov
12
8:30a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
Nov
12
10:00a
End Date
CCC Hike - Guided tour of the Bois d' Arc Trail
Bonham State Park
Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) features hidden around the park and on the Bois d' Arc Trail.
Nov
12
10:00a
End Date
Fall Fest
Mother Neff State Park
Mother Neff State Park is one of the first Texas State Parks where people have been coming for thousands of years. It’s now your turn to come explore and make memories of your own or return to make new memories. A fun fall celebration will take place featuring nature hikes, storybook trails, children's activities, demonstrations, and much more.
Nov
12
10:00a
End Date
Bug Eats Bug - Master Naturalist Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to find out how it's a bug-eat-bug world out there! Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay!
Nov
12
3:00p
End Date
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Nov
17
10:00a
End Date
Nov
19
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 11/19/2022
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required and limit of 15 participants. This guided only hike takes participants into remote areas of the Park. Click blue title for more details.
Nov
19
9:00a
End Date
Herbology 101
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join a Ranger at Barton Warnock Visitor Center - Desert Garden to explore the practical (sometimes magical) properties of desert plants!
Nov
19
9:00a
End Date
Nov
19
7:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a walk through a scale model of our solar system.
Nov
20
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
Nov
24
10:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Learn how to identify birds in this beginners birding class!
Nov
25
9:00a
End Date
Nov
25
10:00a
End Date
Opt Outside: Cinco Tinajas Hike
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Walk off your Thanksgiving meal by joining a park ranger for a moderate hike along one of Big Bend Ranch State Park's hidden-treasure trails!
Nov
25
2:00p
End Date
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Nov
26
2:30p
End Date
Plant Walk
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Find native plants in the park on a stroll through the garden.
Nov
27
8:30a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
Nov
27
9:00a
End Date
Birding the Two Bridges Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore the 1-mile trail with a master naturalist as you learn to identify birds. You will be introduced to Cornell's free app to identify birds
by sight and sound if you wish to download to your own phone.
Join us for a fun walk and opportunity to learn something new or see a bird you have not noticed before.
Call (254)694-3793 or email Rita (rita.eisenschenk@tpwd.texas.gov) to sign up. Group sizes will be limited to 15 to allow all to fit the trail space and hear the speaker.
December 2022
Dec
3
9:00a
End Date
Dec
3
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a short hike as we learn about the native plants that inhabit the three ecozones present at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Dec
4
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Dec
4
10:00a
End Date
Why Does Everything Hurt?
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join us for a walk along the Fort Leaton Nature Trail to learn why desert plants are so prickly!
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Gifts from the Trees Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Dec
17
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 12/17/2022
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required. Please click blue title for more details.
Dec
17
9:00a
End Date
Herbology 101
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join a Ranger at Barton Warnock Visitor Center - Desert Garden to explore the practical (sometimes magical) properties of desert plants!
Dec
17
7:00p
End Date
Solar System Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Ever wondered how close the planets are to each other? Come with us as we take a walk through a scale model of our solar system.
Dec
25
8:30a
End Date
Intro to Birding
Sea Rim State Park
Become familiar with the basics of binoculars and learn to recognize a few of Sea Rim's more common birds!
Dec
31
11:00p
End Date
Midnight Countdown Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Countdown the New Year with a hike to the Overlook!
Dec
31
11:30p
End Date
First Day Hike – Midnight Hike
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Welcome in the New Year and make a lifetime memory, outdoors! At Lake Mineral Wells State Park.
January 2023
Jan
1
End Date
First Day Self-guided Hike, Bike and/or Ride!
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan
1
End Date
First Day Self-guided Hike, and or Bike!
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan
1
End Date
First Day Hikes!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Take your first hike of the year in the beautiful hill country!
Jan
1
7:15a
End Date
Rise N' Shine Hike - First Day Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Start the New Year off right with a guided ranger hike to see the sunrise!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
First Day Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Start the New Year off on the right foot and join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park.
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Hike - Move Like an Animal
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Start the New Year off on the right foot with our self-guided hike!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Hike - Dinosaur Track Site Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Start the New Year off on the right foot with our self-guided hike!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Hike - Cedar Brake Outer Loop Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Start the New Year off on the right foot with one of our Self-Guided Hikes!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
First Day Hike!
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Fresno Divide Trail
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Ring in the New Year with a ranger led hike. You will explore some of the most spectacular natural and historical landscapes in Big Bend Ranch State Park!
Jan
1
8:15a
End Date
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Hike
Goose Island State Park
Ring in 2023 with a self-guided one-mile hike on the Turks Cap Trail. Swing by Headquarters for trail information and supplemental guides.
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
First Day Hike-- Start it Right!
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on our annual First Day Hike, a fun way to fulfill those New Year resolutions!
Jan
1
8:30a
End Date
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike
Sea Rim State Park
Start your resolutions off right by joining us for a hike on the beach on the first day of the new year!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Morning Ramble with a Ranger - First Day Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Start the New Year off with a guided ranger hike!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike!
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Join us on New Year's Day to celebrate wellness in nature!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike
Possum Kingdom State Park
Join park staff on a guided hike around the winding, scenic Lakeview Trail (1.37 miles). You can end the hike on the Lakeview Trail, take the rugged Longhorn Trail (0.36 miles) to the top of a stunning overlook, or take a self-guided hike up the steep Chaparral Ridge Trail (0.5 miles).
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Fresno West Rim
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Start the new year off right with a hike to the iconic West Rim overlook in the park's interior.
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike!
Caddo Lake State Park
Celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks! Bring in the new year with a hike at Caddo Lake State Park. The hike is self-guided and at your own pace! Once you finish, stop by the trailhead to grab your First Day Hike sticker, while supplies last!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Fairfield Lake
Fairfield Lake State Park
Celebrate the new year and a fresh start with a hike on our two-mile Nature Trail loop! The Nature Trail is an easy to moderate 2-mile loop so you will end where you begin. This hike features tall post oaks, overlooks of Fairfield Lake, and interpretive signage about local plants and wildlife. Bring your binoculars and look for Bald Eagles!
Hike starts promptly at 10am and will last approximately a little over an hour.
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Horse Ride to the Overlook
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join Eagle Eye Ranch for a guided horse ride to the Overlook!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike! - Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Start your New Year in the great outdoors! Reservations required. Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike.
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join us for a walk back in time to life of early settlers in the Texas Hill Country!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
Family Friendly Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Welcome in the New Year with a pleasant stroll along the Discovery Trail
Jan
1
10:30a
End Date
First Day Hike
South Llano River State Park
Start off the new year with a park ranger for a hike through the pecan bottom down to Buck Lake.
Jan
1
10:30a
End Date
First Day Hike
Colorado Bend State Park
It's Texas State Park's 100-Year Celebration! Start your New Year off with a fun-filled hike.
Jan
1
11:00a
End Date
First Day Overlook Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us to celebrate the New Year with a guided hike to the best view in the park!
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
First Day Hike: North Onion Creek Trail
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Celebrate the New Year with a hike!
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
Jan
1
1:00p
End Date
First Day Hike - What a View!!
Government Canyon State Natural Area
...and we're not "bluffing!" (Well, technically there IS a bluff involved...)
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hike
Daingerfield State Park
Recover from the holidays by joining us for a First Day Hike on New Year's Day!
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
First Day Hikes - Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Start your New Year in the great outdoors! Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike.
Jan
1
2:00p
End Date
Jan
7
9:00a
End Date
Jan
21
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 01/21/2023
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required. Click above blue title for more information.
February 2023
Feb
11
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 02/11/2023
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required. Click above blue title for more details.
Feb
11
1:00p
End Date
Black History Month Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
In honor of the historic contributions of black Americans, Caddo Lake State Park is hosting a history hike concerning the Buffalo Soldiers, and black conservationists, scientists, and environmentalists.
Feb
18
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
🎉 At Government Canyon: It's All About Water!
Feb
18
9:00a
End Date
Our Past, Present & Future: 100 Million Years Ago to 100 Years From Now
Government Canyon State Natural Area
🎉 At Government Canyon: It's All About Water!
Feb
18
9:00a
End Date
Hike to the Dinosaur Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
🎉 At Government Canyon: It's All About Water!
Feb
18
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike to the Savannah Restoration Area
Government Canyon State Natural Area
🎉 At Government Canyon: It's All About Water
March 2023
Mar
18
1:00p
End Date
Women's Month Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
Celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks and hike with a ranger along the Pine Ridge Loop for history talk about women in conservation.
Mar
25
8:00a
End Date
Pedal, Paddle and Trek
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join us for guided hiking, kayaking, and bicycling in the park.
Mar
31
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
April 2023
Apr
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Apr
15
11:00a
End Date
Caddo Homecoming!
Caddo Lake State Park
🎉Celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks and 30 years of good conservation with the Caddo Lake Institute. Walk into yesteryear at Caddo Lake State Park and try your hand at canoeing, fishing, games and more. Decorate your campsite with a retro theme, enjoy live music, and grab a bite to eat.
May 2023
May
5
8:00p
End Date
Full Moon Night Trek
Village Creek State Park
🎉 Are you curious to experience nature in the dark? What will we see? What will we hear? Join this ranger led hike for your chance to see the unseen, learn how nocturnal creatures communicate, and what effect the moon can have on natural cycles of plants and animals.
July 2023
Jul
1
End Date
Happy Birthday Caddo Lake State Park!
Caddo Lake State Park
Join us to celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks and Caddo lake State Park's birthday! We will go on a celebratory birthday hike, followed by birthday cake! Throughout the day, enjoy several interpretive programs. **Instructions below!
September 2023
Sep
30
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
October 2023
Oct
1
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; it's the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
28
11:00a
End Date
The Trees at Caddo Lake
Caddo Lake State Park
The trees at Caddo Lake State Park root humans and animals together! Celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks with a fall hike amongst the park's ever watchful trees.