Hikes & Nature Walks
September 2023
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Sep
28
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Sep
29
End Date
Harvest Moon Hike – Self-Guided
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Pick up a packet from Headquarters, choose a trail, and experience the rising of September’s Harvest Moon in this self-guided full moon hike.
Sep
29
10:00a
End Date
Hike the Island Trail
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a guided hike along the beautiful Island Trail.
Sep
29
10:00a
End Date
Habitat Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Go “shopping” for wildlife habitat with a ranger at Government Canyon State Natural Area.
Sep
29
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Sep
29
7:30p
End Date
Nature's Night Show
Palmetto State Park
When the sun goes down in the park, a whole new life is brought about. Join us on this guided night hike to discover what animals are lurking just around the corner.
Sep
30
End Date
Veteran's Suicide Awareness Hike
Garner State Park
Seventeen military veterans committed suicide every day in the year 2022. Come and participate in a 17K hike to remember these men and women. You do not need to be a veteran to participate - everyone is welcome. The Texas Veterans Commission will be providing resources to all who need them.
Sep
30
8:00a
End Date
Bull Red Run-A-Palooza
Sea Center Texas
Join Sea Center Texas as we celebrate the fall BULL RED RUN!
• 8am – 9am Fun Run around the rearing ponds
• 9am – 11am Youth Public Fishing
• 10am – 12:30pm Ask the Experts, Redfish Education Stations
• 10am - 12:30pm Red drum hatchery tours
• Food trucks all morning long
Sep
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, followed by an optional birding presentation on Sundays.
Sep
30
8:30a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
McKinney Falls State Park
Come see the wonderful variety of resident and migratory birds the park has to offer!
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Bird Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Calling all birders (and non-birders)! We'll stroll through the park looking and listening for different bird species.
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck March/Hike
Daingerfield State Park
September is Suicide Prevention Month! Come Join us while we bring awareness for our veterans, service members, families, and friends.
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Backcountry Tour
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Go where no park guest has gone before and explore the Copper Breaks backcountry!
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Forest Bathing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Fall into the forest with a guided-meditative hike to de-stress and reset.
Sep
30
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Sep
30
10:00a
End Date
Plant Walk
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Enjoy a stroll through the park as we learn about our native plants.
Sep
30
10:00a
End Date
Sep
30
10:00a
End Date
A Slice of Palo Duro Pie
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about the geology that makes up each slice of Palo Duro Canyon in this short hike.
Sep
30
11:00a
End Date
Taylor Site Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Hike the riverbed to our least visited dinosaur track site!
Sep
30
2:00p
End Date
Footsteps of the CCC
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Walk in the footsteps of the CCC and learn about how they used their ingenuity to build Palo Duro Canyon State Park.
Sep
30
8:00p
End Date
Harvest Moon Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Experience the rising of September’s Harvest Moon in this full moon hike.
Sep
30
8:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike: Park After Dark
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a Full Moon Hike under the September Harvest Moon!
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 making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
1
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
1
9:00a
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
1
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
1
10:00a
End Date
Cowboys and Cottonwoods
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn how water helps cottonwood trees survive, and how water helped the cattle industry thrive, even in a hostile environment.
Oct
1
11:30a
End Date
Building Up and Tearing Down
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Learn about who built Palo Duro Canyon State Park and how erosion continues to break down the canyon down in this short, riverside stroll.
Oct
5
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Oct
5
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Oct
6
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
6
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
6
2:00p
End Date
Spooky Season Mystery Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Each knotty twist of the trail hides a new challenge. Roll the dice and await your fate. Dun... dun... dun......
Oct
7
8:00a
End Date
Eclipse Legends, Lore and Science Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for a special edition of our monthly First Saturday Guided Hike.
Oct
7
8:30a
End Date
Bird Walk 101
Palmetto State Park
Join us on this walk to learn about the birds that call this park home.
Oct
7
9:00a
End Date
Oct
7
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
7
9:00a
End Date
Lore, Legacy, and Legends
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
🎉 We will host morning and evening activities.
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
Herbology 101
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Explore the practical (sometimes magical) properties of desert plants!
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
Backcountry Tour
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Go where no park guest has gone before and explore the Copper Breaks backcountry!
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
Seeds and Their Secrets Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of our native seeds in this fun walk!
Oct
7
2:00p
End Date
Oct
7
5:00p
End Date
Pedernales Falls Fest
Pedernales Falls State Park
🎉 Come celebrate 100 years of State Parks with a festival around the park and under the stars!
Oct
8
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Oct
13
7:00p
End Date
Oct
13
7:00p
End Date
Oct
13
7:30p
End Date
Nature's Night Show
Palmetto State Park
When the sun goes down in the park, a whole new life is brought about. Join us on this guided night hike to discover what animals are lurking just around the corner.
Oct
14
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us every second Saturday of the month to birdwatch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Oct
14
8:30a
End Date
Bird Walk
Lockhart State Park
How many birds can we find and identify around Lockhart State Park? Take a walk with a ranger to find out! All ages and experience levels welcome.
Oct
14
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Oct
14
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
14
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
14
12:45p
End Date
Guided Hike from North Bluff Spur Overlook
Government Canyon State Natural Area
So, you’ve watched the eclipse from the North Bluff Spur Overlook – NOW WHAT? Why not take a guided hike with the trail guide who has been at the overlook during the eclipse?
Oct
14
12:45p
End Date
Guided Hike from Chula Vista
Government Canyon State Natural Area
So, you've watched the eclipse from Chula Vista--NOW WHAT? Why not take a guided hike with the trail guide who has been at the overlook during the eclipse?
Oct
14
1:00p
End Date
Kallison Ranch Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time with a short but beautiful hike to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Oct
14
3:00p
End Date
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
There and Back Again: A Journey through Closed Canyon
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla on a trek through Closed Canyon to learn how geology shapes life in the park!
Oct
16
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
17
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
19
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Oct
20
End Date
Find Your Trail
Big Bend Ranch State Park
🎉 Embark on you next great adventure at Big Bend Ranch State Park!
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Find Your Trail: A Hidden Hike to Little Brown Canyon
Big Bend Ranch State Park
🎉 Join a ranger on a trek to a hidden canyon of Big Bend Ranch State Park!
Oct
20
8:30p
End Date
Find Your Trail: The Night Shift - A "Day" in the Life of our Bats
Big Bend Ranch State Park
🎉 Join a ranger to discover the fantastic world of bats!
Oct
21
8:00a
End Date
iNaturalist Practice Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Discover how to use this powerful tool and boost your naturalist skillset! This program is a part of today's BioBlitz Event!
Oct
21
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
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.
Oct
21
8:30a
End Date
Find Your Trail: Birding Along the River
Big Bend Ranch State Park
🎉 Join a ranger in search of our winged friends along the river!
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join the exciting BioBlitz to explore, discover, and catalogue important Texas Pollinators. *Please note - this event had been previously scheduled on 10/14, our event date will only be 10/21*
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Bird Walk 101
Palmetto State Park
Join us on this walk to learn about the birds that call this park home.
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Guided Kayak Trip and Hiking Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a fun-filled day of kayaking and hiking!
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Fossils! Hike to the Past
Eisenhower State Park
Will you become a fossil? Join us on this fun hike and find out!
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Find Your Trail: Journey through Cinco Tinajas with an Archeologist
Big Bend Ranch State Park
🎉 Join park rangers on a guided tour to view prehistoric rock imagery!
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Scavenger Hunt Hike
Lockhart State Park
Embark on a scavenger adventure - from vultures and insects to a scavenger-themed scavenger hunt - you won’t want to miss this fun hike!
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
29th Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
🎉 It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
21
1:30p
End Date
Habitat Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Go “shopping” for wildlife habitat with a ranger at Government Canyon State Natural Area.
Oct
21
4:00p
End Date
Oct
22
8:00a
End Date
Fairy House Trail Walk - Self Guided
Eisenhower State Park
Take a magical walk down our enchanted fairy trail
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Oct
22
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
22
10:00a
End Date
29th Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
🎉 It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Oct
27
End Date
Hunter’s Moon Hike – Self-Guided
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Pick up a packet from Headquarters, choose a trail, and experience the rising of October’s Hunter’s Moon in this self-guided full moon hike.
Oct
27
7:00p
End Date
Halloween Night Hike *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a spooktacular adventure!
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Nature Hike
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
It's a Duck Hunt " rubber ducks" scavenger hunt
Lake Whitney State Park
Explore our park for the duck opener weekend finding hidden rubber duckies! The added challenge is to jot down the word on each duck to unscramble a duck phrase and collect a small prize.
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Bluff Spurs Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
Oct
28
10:00a
End Date
All About Us!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park, like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
28
10:00a
End Date
Wonders of the River
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla to uncover what makes the Rio Grande spectacular!
Oct
28
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
28
6:00p
End Date
Oct
28
6:30p
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
28
6:30p
End Date
Campsite Decorating Competition and Trick or Treating
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join us for our nighttime spook-tacular event: Campsite Decorating and Trick or Treating!
Oct
28
8:30p
End Date
Halloween Night Hike - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
McKinney Falls State Park
Come experience the trails at night!
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Oct
29
1:00p
End Date
A Trek through the Eras: Tour of Las Cuevas
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla at Las Cuevas, to explore how this pictograph site has been used across time.
Oct
29
8:30p
End Date
Halloween Night Hike - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
McKinney Falls State Park
Come experience the trails at night!
Oct
31
8:00p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Big Bend Ranch State Park
What goes crawling in the night shouldn't give such a fright!
November 2023
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Nov
3
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!
Nov
3
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Nov
4
9:00a
End Date
Nov
4
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Nov
4
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!
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Outdoor Adventure Expo!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
🎉 Join us for a fun-filled day of adventure and experience Lake Casa Blanca like never before!
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Centennial Celebration at Monahans Sandhills
Monahans Sandhills State Park
🎉 Timeline celebration of Monahans Sandhills State Park and surrounding region. Come join us with activities for all ages!
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Fall Fest 2023
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
4
3:30p
End Date
Nov
5
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!
Nov
9
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Nov
10
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Nov
10
7:00p
End Date
Nov
11
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us every second Saturday of the month to birdwatch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Nov
11
8:00a
End Date
Veterans Day Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Come out to Government Canyon State Natural Area and celebrate our military members with a Veterans Day Hike!
Nov
11
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Backcountry Tour
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Go where no park guest has gone before and explore the Copper Breaks backcountry!
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Veterans Day Ruck Hike
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Come together to celebrate those who have served our country with a Veterans Day Ruck Hike challenge!
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Nov
12
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Nov
12
9:00a
End Date
Hidden Hikes: Little Brown Canyon
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join a ranger on a trek to a hidden canyon of Big Bend Ranch State Park!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool: History Hike
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
15
2:00a
End Date
Homeschool: History Hike
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool: History Hike
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
17
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Nov
17
7:30p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Big Bend Ranch State Park
What goes crawling in the night shouldn't give such a fright!
Nov
18
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
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.
Nov
18
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Nov
18
9:00a
End Date
Chisholm Trail Turkey Trot
Lockhart State Park
Ready, Set….Gobble! Join us for a 1-mile or 5K run/walk to celebrate fall in the park!
Nov
18
9:00a
End Date
Estero Outdoor Family Fiesta
Estero Llano Grande State Park
🎉 Join us for a day of outdoor family fun!
Nov
18
9:30a
End Date
Brazos Bend State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov
18
10:00a
End Date
Guided Kayak Trip and Hiking Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a fun-filled day of kayaking and hiking!
Nov
18
10:00a
End Date
Gifts from the Trees Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Nov
18
10:30a
End Date
Forest Bathing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Immerse yourself the forest with a guided-meditative hike to de-stress and reset for the holidays.
Nov
18
11:00a
End Date
Nature Therapy
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Join a certified Nature Therapist to reconnect before the holiday season stress?
Nov
18
1:00p
End Date
Bluff Spurs Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
Nov
19
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Nov
21
End Date
Pioneer Day
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
🎉Take a journey back in time and experience the life of pioneers.
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Wonders of the River
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla to uncover what makes the Rio Grande spectacular!
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Turkey Talk
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Holidays have turkey on the brain? Come learn about them!
Nov
23
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Nov
24
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Nov
24
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Nov
24
10:00a
End Date
There and Back Again: A Journey through Closed Canyon
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla on a trek through Closed Canyon to learn how geology shapes life in the park!
Nov
24
10:00a
End Date
Walk Off the Stuffing
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join Ranger Brett as we walk off the stuffing from Thanksgiving.
Nov
25
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Nov
25
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Nov
25
10:00a
End Date
Fossils! Hike to the Past
Eisenhower State Park
Will you become a fossil? Join us on this fun hike and find out!
Nov
25
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!
Nov
25
10:30a
End Date
Forest Bathing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Immerse yourself the forest with a guided-meditative hike to de-stress and reset for the holidays.
Nov
30
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
December 2023
Dec
1
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!
Dec
2
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Dec
2
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Dec
2
10:00a
End Date
Dec
7
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Dec
7
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Dec
8
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Dec
9
End Date
Huntsville Centennial Wrap Up
Huntsville State Park
🎉 Wrap up this years centennial celebration by learning how to enjoy Huntsville State Park for the next 100 years.
Dec
9
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us every second Saturday of the month to birdwatch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Dec
9
8:00a
End Date
Prep for the Pro Hab Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
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.
Dec
9
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Dec
9
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.
Dec
9
10:00a
End Date
A Trek through the Eras: Tour of Las Cuevas
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla at Las Cuevas, to explore how this pictograph site has been used across time.
Dec
9
2:00p
End Date
Habitat Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Go “shopping” for wildlife habitat with a ranger at Government Canyon State Natural Area.
Dec
10
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Dec
14
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Dec
15
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Dec
16
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Dec
16
10:00a
End Date
Guided Kayak Trip and Hiking Trip
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us for a fun-filled day of kayaking and hiking!
Dec
16
10:00a
End Date
Seeds and Their Secrets Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of our native seeds in this fun walk!
Dec
17
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Dec
21
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Dec
21
10:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Dec
22
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Dec
22
9:00a
End Date
There and Back Again: A Journey Through Closed Canyon
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Layla on a trek through Closed Canyon to learn how geology shapes life in the park!
Dec
23
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
Dec
23
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn about some of the plants native to Bexar County
Dec
23
10:00a
End Date
Fossils! Hike to the Past
Eisenhower State Park
Will you become a fossil? Join us on this fun hike and find out!
Dec
28
9:00a
End Date
Davis Mountains 101
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this easy walk 'n' talk.
Dec
29
9:00a
End Date
Desert Skills Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Sharpen your survival skills on this easy, two-hour walk 'n' talk, as you encounter survival scenarios common in the Davis Mountains.
Dec
30
9:00a
End Date
Skyline Drive Trail Guided Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the company of other hiking enthusiasts on this moderate-level hike up to the Keesey Canyon Overlook.
January 2024
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike: Wonder of the River
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Kick off the New Year with a refreshing hike along the river!
Jan
1
10:00a
End Date
First Day Hike 2024
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Start your new year right and join a ranger for this half-mile guided hike!
Jan
6
8:00a
End Date
Guided Hike to the Protected Habitat Area
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Ready for a longer hike? Join experienced guides for an all-day excursion into the farthest reaches of Government Canyon SNA.
Jan
6
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Enjoy the diverse plants and animals found at our park every first Saturday each month. Join us in A guided Nature Walk that highlights some of the common species of plants and animals representing the three distinct ecosystems present within the park.
Jan
12
7:00p
End Date
February 2024
Feb
3
8:00a
End Date
First Saturday Guided Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA.
Feb
9
7:00p
End Date