Hikes & Nature Walks
October 2021
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Oct
22
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
22
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
22
10:30a
End Date
Pollinator Bioblitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour through the park noting these beautiful pollinators, mostly insects (eg butterflies) and birds (eg hummingbirds), some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Oct
22
5:00p
End Date
Survival of the Fittest
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Go back in time to learn how native people relied on the land to survive in south Texas.
Oct
22
5:30p
End Date
Spooky Craft & Sonar Bat Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Get into the festive spirit by joining us for a small, take-home craft and ranger-led hike to learn about and witness the bats that call Sheldon Lake home!
Oct
22
6:30p
End Date
Garner State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | San Antonio Area (SOLD OUT)
Garner State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
22
6:30p
End Date
Owls
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you all? Who makes this call?
Oct
23
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
23
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 10/23/2021
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required and limit of 25 participants.
This guided hike takes participants into remote areas of the Seminole and Presa Canyons.
Oct
23
8:00a
End Date
Women's Hike
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
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
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike 10/23/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
23
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
23
9:30a
End Date
Edible and Medicinal Plant Hike
Mission Tejas State Park
Nature always provides, if you know what to look for!
Oct
23
10:00a
End Date
Oct
23
10:00a
End Date
Bug-Eat-Bug Hike
Lockhart State Park
Peer into the world of little bugs and big battles in this fascinating walk!
Oct
23
10:30a
End Date
Oct
23
11:00a
End Date
Spooky Craft & Guided Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Get into the festive spirit by joining us for a small, take-home craft and ranger-led hike around Sheldon Lake!
Oct
23
3:30p
End Date
Oct
23
6:30p
End Date
Creatures of the Night
Inks Lake State Park
Learn about nocturnal animals and get some treats on a short hike.
Oct
23
7:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
What stalks the park after dark? Come find out, if you dare.
Oct
23
8:00p
End Date
Night Hike
McKinney Falls State Park
Come experience the trails at night! ***Registration required***
Oct
23
8:30p
End Date
Blacklight Night Hike!
Fairfield Lake State Park
Join us on October 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd 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.
Oct
24
8:00a
End Date
Lower Sunset Hike
Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahua desert on a guided hike with one of our park rangers or volunteers. This is a relatively easy 3 mile hike and is excellent for families, beginner hikers, or geology and wildlife enthusiasts. We will meek at the Scenic Overlook in the Tom Mays Unit. Reservations required; to reserve your spot, call the office at (915) 566-6441.
Oct
24
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Explore Dragonfly Trail
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join us for a leisurely half-mile walk along Dragonfly Trail
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Fall Plant Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Oct
24
10:00a
End Date
Spooky Craft & Guided Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Get into the festive spirit by joining us for a small, take-home craft and ranger-led hike around Sheldon Lake!
Oct
24
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
24
2:00p
End Date
Oct
24
2:30p
End Date
Junior Ranger Explorers
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join a ranger on a hike and complete your activity book to earn pins!
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Oct
28
10:00a
End Date
Nature Nuts
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Explore the park with your friendly neighborhood Park Ranger!
Oct
29
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
29
10:30a
End Date
Pollinator Bioblitz
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour through the park noting these beautiful pollinators, mostly insects (eg butterflies) and birds (eg hummingbirds), some found nowhere else but in South Texas.
Oct
29
8:00p
End Date
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
8:00p
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
8:30a
End Date
Bentsen Birds
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Join us for a guided walk showcasing special resident birds such as Plain Chachalaca, Great Kiskadee, Green Jay and Altamira Oriole.
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike 10/30/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
30
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
30
9:30a
End Date
Huntsville State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (SOLD OUT)
Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
30
9:30a
End Date
Palmetto State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (SOLD OUT)
Palmetto State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
30
10:00a
End Date
Story Walk Watercolor
South Llano River State Park
Come read an awesome story and create something to make your stay memorable !
Oct
30
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
30
10:00a
End Date
Spooky Craft & Guided Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Get into the festive spirit by joining us for a small, take-home craft and ranger-led hike around Sheldon Lake!
Oct
30
11:00a
End Date
Oct
30
2:00p
End Date
Wildlife Walk
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Every wonder what creatures live at the park? Take a short walk and keep a sharp eye out for our creatures.
Oct
30
6:00p
End Date
Ghost Stories at the Chimney
Bonham State Park
Hear local ghost stories collected by a storytelling bard.
Oct
30
6:00p
End Date
5th Annual Halloween Boo Camp
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Come join us for a night of family fun this Halloween!
Oct
30
7:00p
End Date
Halloween Night Hike! - PROGRAM FULL
Guadalupe River State Park
We're sorry, this program is full, with a full waitlist as well.
Oct
30
7:00p
End Date
Oct
30
7:30p
End Date
Oct
30
8:00p
End Date
Night Hike
McKinney Falls State Park
Come experience the trails at night! ***Registration required***
Oct
30
8:00p
End Date
Oct
31
8:30a
End Date
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
Spooky Craft & Guided Hike
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Get into the festive spirit by joining us for a small, take-home craft and ranger-led hike around Sheldon Lake!
Oct
31
11:00a
End Date
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Oct
31
1:30p
End Date
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
November 2021
Nov
4
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Nov
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; the perfect place to bird watch year round!
Nov
6
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!
Nov
6
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike 11/06/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
6
9:30a
End Date
McKinney Falls State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (SOLD OUT)
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Seeds and their Secrets Hike
Lockhart State Park
Discover the secrets of our native seeds in this fun walk!
Nov
6
11:00a
End Date
Tom Mays Trail Hike
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a Ranger on a short, easy nature hike in the Tom Mays Unit of Franklin Mountains State Park.
Nov
6
2:00p
End Date
Falls and Fossils
Pedernales Falls State Park
Discover the secrets behind the wondrous Pedernales Falls!
Nov
6
2:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come work with an actual Park Ranger to earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Nov
6
3:30p
End Date
Nov
7
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; the perfect place to bird watch year round!
Nov
7
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike - 11/07/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
7
2:30p
End Date
Junior Ranger Explorers
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join a ranger on a hike and complete your activity book to earn pins!
Nov
11
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Nov
13
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds!
Nov
13
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!
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Nov
13
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike 11/13/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
13
10:00a
End Date
Nov
13
10:00a
End Date
Nov
13
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!
Nov
14
8:15a
End Date
Bird and Nature Tour
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Take a guided stroll through the park with a ranger!
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike - 11/14/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
14
2:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come work with an actual Park Ranger to earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Nov
18
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Nov
19
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
19
6:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Hill Country State Natural Area
Join a park ranger on this guided night hike and learn about nocturnal wildlife.
Nov
20
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 11/20/2021
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required and limit of 25 participants. This guided only hike takes participants into remote areas of the Park.
Nov
20
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!
Nov
20
9:00a
End Date
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
20
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike 11/20/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
20
9:00a
End Date
Birding for Beginners
Hill Country State Natural Area
Join a park ranger for this introduction to birding and a guided hike to practice your new skills.
Nov
20
10:00a
End Date
Nov
20
11:00a
End Date
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Nature Hike - 11/21/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Nov
21
2:30p
End Date
Junior Ranger Explorers
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join a ranger on a hike and complete your activity book to earn pins!
Nov
25
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Nov
26
9:00a
End Date
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
#OptOutside Hike
Lockhart State Park
Skip the craziness of the mall this Black Friday. Go on a hike instead!
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Black-Capped Vireo Hike
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Come hike Black-Capped Vireo and spend time in nature!
Nov
26
2:00p
End Date
Nov
26
7:00p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Creatures of the night from scorpions to bats might make an appearance on this hike. Anything is possible! Join us for a hike to see some of these creatures.
Nov
27
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
27
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!
Nov
27
9:00a
End Date
Nov
27
9:00a
End Date
Honey Creek Nature Hike 11/27/21
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Nov
27
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
28
8:15a
End Date
Bird and Nature Tour
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Take a guided stroll through the park with a ranger!
Nov
28
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!
December 2021
Dec
2
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Dec
4
6:30a
End Date
Sunrise Hike
Hill Country State Natural Area
Join a park ranger for an early morning guided hike to a scenic overlook.
Dec
4
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!
Dec
4
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
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds; the perfect place to bird watch year round!
Dec
9
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Dec
11
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
11
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 12/11/2021
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required.
Dec
11
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!
Dec
16
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Dec
17
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
18
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!
Dec
18
6:30p
End Date
Full Moon Hike
Hill Country State Natural Area
Join a park ranger on this guided night hike and learn about nocturnal wildlife.
Dec
23
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
Dec
25
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!
Dec
26
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
30
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Hike
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us every Thursday for an easy nature hike with a beautiful view!
January 2022
Jan
15
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 01/15/2022
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required.
February 2022
Feb
12
8:00a
End Date
Presa Canyon All-Day Guided Hike 02/12/2022
Seminole Canyon State Park & Historic Site
Online registration required.