Hikes & Nature Walks
October 2026
Oct
8
3:00a
End Date
Forest Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
See ghost, ghouls, witches, and more on this Halloween decorated hike.
Oct
8
8:30a
End Date
Tiny Trailblazers
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
See what little wonders we can find on this 0.5‑mile hike made for curious kids and their favorite grown‑ups!
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Academy
Purtis Creek State Park
Bring the pups and learn what it takes to become a certified B.A.R.K. Ranger!
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plant Hike
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Hike the spur trail and learn about edible native plants and their historical medicinal properties.
Oct
9
9:30a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
9
9:30a
End Date
Fire in State Parks Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Join park staff for a guided morning hike around our Nabedache Prairie and learn the world of prescribed fire!
Oct
9
7:00p
End Date
Night Hike at Honey Creek SNA--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join Ranger Gil for an evening hike on the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area.
Oct
9
8:00p
End Date
Scorpion Hunting Hike
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join a Ranger for a night hike hunting scorpions!
Oct
9
9:00p
End Date
Mothing Program
Lake Livingston State Park
Ranger-led program to find and identify moths of east Texas!
Oct
10
End Date
Oct
10
8:00a
End Date
Island Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this evening guided hike.
Oct
10
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
10
8:30a
End Date
Veteran Mental Health Awareness Hike/Ruck (POSTPONED)
Goose Island State Park
This event has been postponed. Check back for updates.
Oct
10
8:30a
End Date
Oct
10
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
10
9:00a
End Date
Oct
10
9:00a
End Date
Oct
10
9:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Oct
10
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Oct
10
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
10
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
10
10:00a
End Date
History Hike Presented by Kimble County Historical Museum
South Llano River State Park
Join our local historian for a tour into the past life of the land where South Llano River State Park now sits!
Oct
10
10:00a
End Date
Oct
10
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
10
10:00a
End Date
The Forest You Almost Missed
Buescher State Park
Join Lost Pines Master Naturalist, Ryan, on a 1 mile family friendly guided hike through the Lost Pines forest! Bring your curiosity and sense of wonder!
Oct
10
10:45a
End Date
Texas Tracks Walk
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Put your tracking skills to the test.
Oct
10
6:30p
End Date
Trail of Terror: Cabin in the Woods
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Welcome to Stephen F. Austin State Park's haunted trail experience, it's dying to meat you.
Oct
10
8:00p
End Date
Discovery Night
Estero Llano Grande State Park
A ranger-guided night hike which may include stargazing, alligators, pauraques, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, frogs, snakes, armadillos, or raccoons - it's a surprise for all of us!
Oct
10
8:00p
End Date
Oct
11
7:30a
End Date
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Rise of the Wild Prairie Guided Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike - Edible/Medicinal Plants
Village Creek State Park
The Big Thicket is teeming with interesting an useful plants. Join a ranger for a guided hike to explore this wonderful wildlife.
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Sunday Stroll - Guided Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
This relaxed, hour‑long guided hike is perfect for visitors of all ages who want to slow down and enjoy the beauty of Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Oct
11
10:30a
End Date
Journey through the Post Oak Savannah
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Learn about the flora and fauna that make this transitional ecosystem so important.
Oct
11
11:30a
End Date
Prospect Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
Sky Island Sunset Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Evenings are a great time to discover the magic of life on a sky island.
Oct
13
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Oct
14
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
14
9:00a
End Date
Senior Stroll
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Take a walk on the mild side with an easy 0.5-mile hike.
Oct
14
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Oct
14
10:00a
End Date
Oct
15
3:00a
End Date
Forest Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
See ghost, ghouls, witches, and more on this Halloween decorated hike.
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Tiny Trailblazers
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
See what little wonders we can find on this 0.5‑mile hike made for curious kids and their favorite grown‑ups!
Oct
15
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Come give some local shelter dogs the best walk of their week!
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Texas Pollinator Bioblitz Hike
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Join a ranger and take on a challenge to help monitor important Texas pollinators!
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Oct
16
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!
Oct
16
10:30a
End Date
Pollinator Bioblitz!
Mission Tejas State Park
Join us at Mission Tejas an participate in the Statewide Pollinator Bioblitz's Opening Day!
Oct
16
6:00p
End Date
Oct
16
6:00p
End Date
Medicinal Plant Walk
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Pretend you're lost in the woods and learn which plants will heal your fake injuries!
Oct
16
8:00p
End Date
Survival Night Hike🌙
Galveston Island State Park
Think you could make it through a night in the park? Let’s find out.
Oct
17
End Date
Spooky Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join this kid-friendly, spooky, self-guided adventure along the trails of Nails Creek!
Oct
17
End Date
Spooky Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Join this kid-friendly, spooky, self-guided adventure along the trails of Birch Creek!
Oct
17
8:00a
End Date
Guided Nature Walk
Bear Creek State Park
Join a ranger for a guided walk/hike and connect to the natural beauty, the history, and the future of the new Bear Creek State Park.
Oct
17
8:00a
End Date
Grit and Grace: Women's History Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Learn the history of Government Canyon’s trailblazing women and hear stories about the positive impacts they made on the canyon.
Oct
17
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
17
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Hiking with a Ranger
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a guided hike on the Barred Owl and Live Oak trails!
Oct
17
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
iNaturalist 101
Fort Parker State Park
Curious about that mysterious bug, plant, or critter you spotted? Learn to utilize iNaturalist to identify species, share your observations, and contribute valuable data for conservation and education. This session is open to all experience levels and will get you ready to participate in TPWD's upcoming Pollinator Bioblitz!
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
Mini Pollinator Biobliz
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Real science isn't just in books on a shelf; it's in boots on the ground.
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
Oct
17
10:00a
End Date
32nd 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
17
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
17
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
Oct
17
11:00a
End Date
Oct
17
11:00a
End Date
Fall Walk **REGISTRATION REQUIRED**
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Take a relaxing walk to the Pond at Lost Maples!
Oct
17
11:30a
End Date
Tracking 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Learn about some of the common animals of Central Texas, their scat and prints, and how to track a wounded animal using a field application of concepts!
Oct
17
2:00p
End Date
Guided Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Oct
17
2:00p
End Date
Oct
17
3:00p
End Date
Jr. Ranger Explorers
Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Oct
17
5:00p
End Date
Shadows in the Pines: Costume Hike
Atlanta State Park
Put on a family friendly costume for this just before dark walk in the woods with a ranger!
Oct
17
5:00p
End Date
Halloween FunFest & Night Hike
Daingerfield State Park
Feel the spooky vibes and enjoy the park with our Halloween FunFest! Plan to go on a Night Hike afterwards!
Oct
17
7:00p
End Date
Bat Hunt (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Hike into the world of bats while using a specialized device to detect their ultrasonic calls!
Oct
17
7:30p
End Date
Oct
17
7:30p
End Date
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Oct 2nd Hike Canceled. Taylor Site Guided Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Our October 2nd hike is canceled with the current predicted weather forecast. Join us later in the month.
Hike with a ranger to one of our least visited dinosaur track sites!
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Rise of the Wild Prairie Guided Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side!
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
32nd 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
18
10:00a
End Date
Forest Bathing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
No tub required! Learn about the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku as we fall into the forest with a guided-meditative hike to de-stress and reset.
Oct
21
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
21
8:30a
End Date
Senior Stroll
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Take a walk on the mild side with an easy 0.5-mile hike.
Oct
21
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Oct
22
3:00a
End Date
Forest Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
See ghost, ghouls, witches, and more on this Halloween decorated hike.
Oct
22
8:30a
End Date
Tiny Trailblazers
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
See what little wonders we can find on this 0.5‑mile hike made for curious kids and their favorite grown‑ups!
Oct
22
7:30p
End Date
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
How WOOD you use it?
Big Bend Ranch State Park
A guided hike learning about the sweet, and sometimes vexing properties of the honey mesquite trees as well as the natural medicinal properties of the creosote bush.
Oct
23
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!
Oct
23
2:00p
End Date
Oct
23
6:00p
End Date
Halloween Night Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a hauntingly fun night hike through the eerie trails of Guadalupe River State Park!
Oct
23
7:00p
End Date
Moth Madness
Goose Island State Park
What kind of insects will we see tonight? This is a Pollinator BioBlitz event!
Oct
23
7:00p
End Date
Oct
23
7:30p
End Date
Oct
23
8:00p
End Date
Night Hike!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover the park's night life like you never have before!
Oct
24
8:00a
End Date
Island Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this evening guided hike.
Oct
24
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
24
8:30a
End Date
Women's Hike - Agave Loop
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
24
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Oct 2nd Hike Canceled. Taylor Site Guided Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Our October 2nd hike is canceled with the current predicted weather forecast. Join us later in the month.
Hike with a ranger to one of our least visited dinosaur track sites!
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Oct
24
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Stories in the Stream Walk
Lockhart State Park
Go with the flow - literally - and take a peek at our creek!
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a howlin’ good time!
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
CCC Living History Hike
Bonham State Park
Come and join us for a hike on the Bois d'Arc Trail and learn how the History of the CCC still lives in the park today!
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike! Edible plants grow all around us but we must learn to distinguish them from inedible or poisonous plants.
Oct
24
11:00a
End Date
Howl-o-ween Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
Dress those doggos up in their Halloween best and hit the trail!
Oct
24
11:00a
End Date
Tawakoni Tracks!
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Use your deduction skills to identify animal tracks found in the park!
Oct
24
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Oct
24
5:00p
End Date
Swamp Stomp: Costume Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
Put on a family friendly costume and join a ranger for this just before dark walk in the woods!
Oct
24
6:00p
End Date
Oct
24
6:30p
End Date
Spooky Night Hike - Fall Trees and Tall Tales
Mission Tejas State Park
Come to Mission Tejas State Park for a spooky themed evening hike with park staff and hear tall tales and legends of the people who lived here and the beasts they told stories of.
Oct
24
7:00p
End Date
Hunter's Moon Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for an exploration of our most popular trail under the light of the moon!
Oct
24
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Oct
24
7:00p
End Date
Trail of the Dead
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Join us for a spooky event here at Choke Canyon State Park!
Oct
24
7:30p
End Date
Oct
24
8:00p
End Date
Oct
25
7:00a
End Date
Women's Sunrise Hike
San Angelo State Park
Start your morning with fresh air, beautiful views, and a West Texas sunrise!
Oct
25
8:30a
End Date
Last Sunday Hike - Lower Sunset
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Hike to the Valley Spring Creek Waterfall
Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike along the Valley Spring Creek Trail!
Oct
25
9:30a
End Date
Fall Plant Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a hike in search of fall color. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.
Oct
25
9:30a
End Date
EarthScope Adventure at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Earth science at work inside Enchanted Rock SNA! Take a short hike with us to examine and learn about our resident EarthScope station.
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Sunday Stroll - Guided Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
This relaxed, hour‑long guided hike is perfect for visitors of all ages who want to slow down and enjoy the beauty of Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
October Full Moon Hike
Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a Full Moon Hike under the October Hunter's Moon!
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
Full Moon Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Walk in the light of the Hunter's Moon on this guided hike!
Oct
28
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
28
9:00a
End Date
Senior Stroll
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Take a walk on the mild side with an easy 0.5-mile hike.
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Cemetery Birding
Fort Parker State Park
Did you know birds love cemeteries?? Join our birding enthusiast, Cheyenne, for a short leisurely hike to our historic Springfield Cemetery. We'll look for feathered friends and explore the history of this beautiful space.
Oct
28
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Tiny Trailblazers
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
See what little wonders we can find on this 0.5‑mile hike made for curious kids and their favorite grown‑ups!
Oct
29
10:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Come give some local shelter dogs the best walk of their week!
Oct
29
10:00a
End Date
Oct
30
8:30a
End Date
Fast Cache Weekend
Fort Boggy State Park
Use your favorite navigation app or GPS to find these temporary geocaches! Only during Halloween weekend!
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Birding For Beginners
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn some basic tips as you dip your toe into the wonderful world of birding.
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Oct
30
9:30a
End Date
CCC Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Explore the older hiking trails in the park with park rangers and dive into the story of the CCC Boys; the young men who helped build many parks, including Mission Tejas.
Oct
30
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!
Oct
30
7:00p
End Date
Spooky Creatures of the Night Hike
Lockhart State Park
Ever wondered what (or who) goes bump in the night?
Oct
30
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Oct
30
7:45p
End Date
Spooky Night Hike (RSVP Required)
Mother Neff State Park
Don your Halloween costume and a park ranger as you hike the park after dark, seeing the outdoors in a new light.
Oct
30
8:00p
End Date
Creepy Crawlies After Dark: Night Hike 🕸️🦂
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Discover glowing scorpions, spooky sounds, and the desert’s creepy crawlies that come alive after dark.
Oct
31
3:00a
End Date
Forest Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
See ghost, ghouls, witches, and more on this Halloween decorated hike.
Oct
31
8:00a
End Date
Island Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this evening guided hike.
Oct
31
8:00a
End Date
Oct
31
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
31
9:00a
End Date
Oct
31
9:00a
End Date
Trek to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Oct
31
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Oct
31
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
31
10:00a
End Date
Creepy Crawlers - Guided Hike
Come kick off your Halloween with a hike at Village Creek to learn all about the creepy crawlers that make our ecosystem great
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
Ranger Guided Nature Walk
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger on a guided hike on one of our trails where we will learn about animals, plants and everything in-between.
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
BOO! BARK Ranger Hike
Bastrop State Park
Celebrate Howl-O-Ween with a guided B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike in Bastrop State Park! Costumes encouraged but optional.
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Costume Stroll
Daingerfield State Park
Join us for a stroll around the day-use area with your B.A.R.K. Ranger in their Halloween Costume! Not a B.A.R.K Ranger yet? Come earn your badge!
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
Survival Walk
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Act out the basics of wilderness first aid as we walk through a short trail.
Oct
31
12:00p
End Date
Creature Features
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your spookiest friends and explore some not-so-spooky Texas wildlife!
Oct
31
1:00p
End Date
Fall Hike
Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Crunchy leaves and cooler temperatures make for an enjoyable outing.
Oct
31
2:00p
End Date
Hunters & Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Oct
31
4:00p
End Date
Oct
31
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Oct
31
7:00p
End Date
Oct
31
7:00p
End Date
A Walk on the Dark Side
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Take a night hike and learn about nocturnal adaptations.
Oct
31
7:30p
End Date
Halloween in the Park: Haunted Hike 2026
Lake Whitney State Park
The trails around Lake Whitney State Park grow restless as October draws near… as horror looks you right between the eyes on Halloween night!
If you crave true chills, shadowy figures drifting between the trees, and whispers that follow you, if your dare! this is your invitation to walk on the haunted “Two Bridges Trail”.
Step into a 1 mile Haunted Hike where the darkness feels alive, the wind carries secrets, and every snap of a twig might not be just the woods… but something watching YOU!
Oct
31
8:00p
End Date
Halloween Night Hike
Falcon State Park
Join us for an otherworldly time on the trails and discover it's not scary when you're with friends.
November 2026
Nov
1
End Date
Pictograph Tours (Reservations Required)
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for guided pictograph tours Wednesdays through Sundays to learn more about the over 10,000 years of history at Hueco Tanks! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (915) 857-1135 to save your spots!
Nov
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!
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
Frog Pond Frolic
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
Forest Bathing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
No tub required! Learn about the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku as we fall into the forest with a guided-meditative hike to de-stress and reset.
Nov
1
11:00a
End Date
Nov
4
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Hour at Pedernales Falls!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Sign your homeschool student up for a lesson in nature on a Thursday!
Nov
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!
Nov
6
9:30a
End Date
Hands on Rock
Is it cool enough for a hike? Finally?
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Hour at Pedernales Falls!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Sign your homeschool student up for a lesson in nature on a Friday!
Nov
6
7:00p
End Date
Night Hike at Honey Creek SNA--Registration Required
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join Ranger Gil for an evening hike on the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area.
Nov
7
8:00a
End Date
Island Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this evening guided hike.
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Gifts from the Trees Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of your backyard trees in this fun walk!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Dino-bility Day!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
You’re invited to join us at Dinosaur Valley State Park for our 2nd annual Dino-bility Day - a celebration of accessibility, community, and outdoor recreation for people of all abilities!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Wild Calm
Bastrop State Park
Join Lost Pines Master Naturalist, Aliceanne, on a 1 mile guided exploration hike through the Lost Pines!
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
7
11:00a
End Date
Fall Walk **REGISTRATION REQUIRED**
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Experience the fall at Lost Maples!
Nov
7
11:00a
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Nov
7
1:30p
End Date
Nature's Gifts
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The diverse native plants of south-central Texas have always offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
8
2:00p
End Date
Nov
10
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Nov
11
9:00a
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
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Nov
11
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
11
2:00p
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
12
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
12
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
13
7:00p
End Date
Haunted History Hike (Registration Required)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Come hike and hear the haunting tales of the hills in Palo Pino Mountains State Park!
Nov
14
8:00a
End Date
Island Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this evening guided hike.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Birding For Beginners
Davis Mountains State Park
Come learn some basic tips as you dip your toe into the wonderful world of birding.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
The Forest You Almost Missed
Buescher State Park
Join Lost Pines Master Naturalist, Ryan, on a 1 mile family friendly guided hike through the Lost Pines forest! Bring your curiosity and sense of wonder!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
14
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!
Nov
14
1:00p
End Date
Dog Day Out! (SPCA of Polk County)
Lake Livingston State Park
Come hike with SPCA of Polk County's dogs!
Nov
14
2:00p
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!
Nov
14
5:45p
End Date
Senses on the Summit Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the nocturnal side of Enchanted Rock with our nighttime guided hike to the summit.
Nov
14
6:00p
End Date
Night Hike **REGISTRATION REQUIRED**
Stephen F. Austin State Park
See Stephen F. Austin State Park in a whole new moonlight during an engaging stroll after dark.
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Rise of the Wild Prairie Guided Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side!
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
18
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Nov
19
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Nov
20
9:00a
End Date
Wing Walks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for an introductory birdwatching walk in the shade.
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Nov
21
8:00a
End Date
Island Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this evening guided hike.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Trek to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Nov
21
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
21
9:00a
End Date
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Edible Plants Walk
Lockhart State Park
Join us to explore the wild treats of the woods in this fun hike!
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to discover what creatures are roaming through the Lost Pines!
Nov
21
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
21
11:00a
End Date
Fall Walk **REGISTRATION REQUIRED**
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Take a relaxing walk to the Pond at Lost Maples!
Nov
21
6:00p
End Date
Intermediate to Advanced Astrophotography
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Want to improve your skills at capturing the stars on a camera? Come learn from an expert astrophotographer!
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Learn to Bird
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Calling all birders (and non‑birders)! Let's check out what birds we can hear and see during migration season.
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Southern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a 2.0-mile guided hike at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area’s newly acquired southern property.
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
All About Us: a Guided Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to experience the park like it's your first time, on our Creekfield Lake Trail.
Nov
22
1:30p
End Date
Guided Hike at Enchanted Rock Backcountry Area
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a guided hike at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Nov
24
5:30p
End Date
Beaver Moon Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the full Beaver moon rise from atop Skyline Drive.
Nov
25
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Nov
25
1:00p
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in prehistoric Texas?
Nov
26
9:00a
End Date
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Guided Turkey Hike
Galveston Island State Park
There has never been a Wild Turkey recorded in the park, but that won’t stop us from looking for one!
Nov
27
9:30a
End Date
Hands on Rock
Is it cool enough for a hike? Finally?
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Why Does It Hurt?
Big Bend Ranch State Park
Plants with thorns, spines and burrs in Big Bend Ranch State Park may be pokey and can hurt but our cacti have adapted to use these spines to survive in the Chihuahuan desert.
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Walk Off the Stuffing
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers on trail as we walk off the stuffing from Thanksgiving.
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Turkey Walk **REGISTRATION REQUIRED**
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Walk off that Thanksgiving turkey!
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Reset Ramble
Caddo Lake State Park
Stuffed on stuffing? After sleeping in, take a leisurely hike through the forest with a ranger to hike off that Thanksgiving meal!
Nov
27
10:00a
End Date
Gobble Till You Wobble
Bastrop State Park
#OptOutside! Instead of taking on Black Friday shopping, spend a relaxing time outdoors on a 3.5 mile ranger led hike at Bastrop State Park!
Nov
28
8:00a
End Date
Island Trail Hike
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this evening guided hike.
Nov
28
8:00a
End Date
Dogs on the Dogwood
Huntsville State Park
Bring your canine companion and have them become a B.A.R.K. Ranger.
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Indigenous People, Plants and Animals
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a walk with knowledgeable volunteers to explore the historical and present-day symbiotic relationship between native plants, animals and people in the Government Canyon area.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike! Edible plants grow all around us but we must learn to distinguish them from inedible or poisonous plants.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Nov
28
2:00p
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.
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Nov
29
9:30a
End Date
EarthScope Adventure at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Earth science at work inside Enchanted Rock SNA! Take a short hike with us to examine and learn about our resident EarthScope station.
December 2026
Dec
1
End Date
Pictograph Tours (Reservations Required)
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for guided pictograph tours Wednesdays through Sundays to learn more about the over 10,000 years of history at Hueco Tanks! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (915) 857-1135 to save your spots!
Dec
2
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Dec
3
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Hour at Pedernales Falls!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Sign your homeschool student up for a lesson in nature on a Thursday!
Dec
4
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
4
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Dec
4
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Hour at Pedernales Falls!
Pedernales Falls State Park
Sign your homeschool student up for a lesson in nature on a Friday!
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
5
10:00a
End Date
Tiny Predators; Tiny Prey - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
It's a bug-eat-bug world out there! Discover these tiny predators and what's for dinner.
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Frog Pond Frolic
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life of the park!
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Guided Bird Walk at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Join us this fall for a special opportunity to explore the new trails at Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Dec
8
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Lost Pines Master Naturalist on a fun guided hike! Edible plants grow all around us but we must learn to distinguish them from inedible or poisonous plants.
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
12
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!
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Dec
16
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Dec
18
10:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Dec
19
8:30a
End Date
Story Walk
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Get ready to hibernate with a nice self-guided walk and a cute story!
Dec
19
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
19
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
19
10:00a
End Date
Notice. Wonder. Wander
Bastrop State Park
Join Lost Pines Master Naturalist, Aliceanne, on a 1 mile guided exploration hike through the Lost Pines!
Dec
20
9:00a
End Date
Rise of the Wild Prairie Guided Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side!
Dec
20
9:30a
End Date
EarthScope Adventure at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Earth science at work inside Enchanted Rock SNA! Take a short hike with us to examine and learn about our resident EarthScope station.
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Winter SOLE-stice Hike
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join a ranger on a hike celebrating the first day of Winter!
Dec
23
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
Dec
23
5:30p
End Date
Super Full Cold Moon Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the nocturnal side of Enchanted Rock with our nighttime guided hike to the summit under the light of the December full moon.
Dec
23
5:30p
End Date
Dec
25
9:00a
End Date
Christmas Morning Bird Walk
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Who's that chirping in the trees? Join a ranger with your morning cup of coffee and take a walk on the mild side with this introductory birdwatching walk.
Dec
26
9:00a
End Date
Dec
26
10:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Dec
27
2:00p
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.
Dec
30
9:30a
End Date
Morning Nature Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the wide variety of bird, plant, and animal species found in the park on this fun and informative morning walk.
January 2027
Jan
1
End Date
Pictograph Tours (Reservations Required)
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for guided pictograph tours Wednesdays through Sundays to learn more about the over 10,000 years of history at Hueco Tanks! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (915) 857-1135 to save your spots!
Jan
1
6:00a
End Date
First Day Hike (Self Guided)
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Start the new year off on the right foot and enjoy a hike at the park.
Jan
1
7:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Sunrise Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Begin 2026 with a sunrise walk on the beach at Galveston Island State Park!
Jan
1
8:00a
End Date
Self-Guided First Day Nature Hikes
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience the great outdoors and join us for a self-guided First Day Hike!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hikes
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Start the new year off with a hike at Caprock Canyons State Park!
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike - Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Kick off 2026 with a refreshing Bird Walk at Galveston Island State Park!
Jan
2
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
2
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jan
9
9:00a
End Date
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Jan
12
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jan
16
2:00p
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.
Jan
22
6:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a short hike in the Frontcountry under the silvery light of the moon.
Jan
23
9:00a
End Date
Jan
23
1:30p
End Date
Bluff Spurs Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Get a bird’s-eye view of Government Canyon on this ranger-led hike.
February 2027
Feb
1
End Date
Pictograph Tours (Reservations Required)
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for guided pictograph tours Wednesdays through Sundays to learn more about the over 10,000 years of history at Hueco Tanks! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (915) 857-1135 to save your spots!
Feb
6
9:00a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
Feb
6
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Feb
9
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Feb
13
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Gifts
Government Canyon State Natural Area
The diverse native plants of south-central Texas have always offered food, medicine, fiber, and other gifts to people who know how to use them.
Feb
13
2:00p
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.
Feb
21
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
March 2027
Mar
6
8:00a
End Date
Explore the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA
Mar
6
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Mar
9
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Mar
14
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Mar
21
9:00a
End Date
Spring Has Sprung!
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a hike in search of spring's best colors. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.
April 2027
Apr
3
8:00a
End Date
Intro to Hiking for Women
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Want to spend more time in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure how to begin? Hiking is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the outdoors and provides a great source of relaxation and physical fitness.
Apr
3
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.
Apr
3
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Apr
3
5:30p
End Date
Sunset History Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us on a trip back in time to the historic Kallison Ranch complex.
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
Paws and Paths: Exploring the Bauer Unit *Registration Required*
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a paws-itively delightful adventure at the Bauer Unit!
Apr
13
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Apr
17
8:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sunset can transform a familiar trail into a new environment with sights and sounds not experienced during daylight.
May 2027
May
1
8:30a
End Date
Family Stroll
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.
May
1
9:30a
End Date
iNaturalist Nature Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Collect scientific observations to document biodiversity as part of the 2027 City Nature Challenge.
May
1
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
May
11
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
May
29
10:00a
End Date
Butterfly Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Walk with a ranger to search for and identify butterflies along the Savannah Loop.
June 2027
Jun
5
8:00a
End Date
Explore the Canyon
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA
Jun
5
10:00a
End Date
First Saturday Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jun
8
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jun
12
10:00a
End Date
Butterfly Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Walk with a ranger to search for and identify butterflies in the Backcountry.
October 2027
Oct
9
8:00a
End Date
Intro to Hiking for Women
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Want to spend more time in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure how to begin? Hiking is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the outdoors and provides a great source of relaxation and physical fitness.