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Hikes & Nature Walks

October 2026

Oct 1
8:30a
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Self-Guided Fall Hike

Lost Maples State Natural Area
Take yourself on a hike and don’t miss a thing!

November 2026

Nov 4
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.
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
8:30a
End Date

Birding on the New Property

Lockhart State Park
Join a Ranger to explore the new acreage at Lockhart State Park and look for birds!
Nov 5
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!
Nov 5
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Come give some local shelter dogs the best walk of their week!
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 5
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike 10AM

Lake Livingston State Park
Come visit the park for a guided hike.
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
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike - Lover's Leap

Eisenhower State Park
Some of the best views are worth the hike!
Nov 6
11:00a
End Date

Ramble with a Ranger

Caddo Lake State Park
Learn about the wild wonders of Caddo Lake State Park!
Nov 6
3:00p
End Date

Jr. Ranger Explorers

Purtis Creek State Park
Learn about Leave No Trace and explore the wonders of nature!
Nov 6
6:00p
End Date

Scorpion Spotlight

Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Uncover nature's glow-in-the-dark wonders.
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
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Nov 7
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!
Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Weekend Bird Walks

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Guided Birdwatching Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the fall migration at Mission Tejas with a guided birdwatching hike!
Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Hiking with a Ranger

Blanco State Park
Join us on a short hike along the Pumphouse Trail!
Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Red Trail Loop Hike

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Hike the Red Loop Trail with a ranger!
Nov 7
9:00a
End Date

Let's Geocache!

Lake Whitney State Park
Adventure is closer than you think! Geocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt where explorers use the Geocaching app or a GPS device to track down hidden geocaches. Come join the fun and see what surprises are waiting nearby at Lake Whitney State Park.
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

Junior Ranger Hike

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Grab your sense of adventure and learn how you can become an official junior ranger!
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
10:00a
End Date

Leaf-Peeping Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Hike down the trail to see the colors of Autumn
Nov 7
10:15a
End Date

Medicinal Plants

South Llano River State Park
Interested in learning about plant ID and traditional use of plants in central Texas? This is the program for you!
Nov 7
11:00a
End Date

Fall Walk **Cancelled**

Lost Maples State Natural Area
This hike has been cancelled. Please check out our self-guided hike or one of our other guided hikes!
Nov 7
11:00a
End Date

*Cancelled - Hunters & Gatherers

Pedernales Falls State Park
This event has been cancelled.
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 7
2:00p
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Bring your four-legged friend and hit the trail!
Nov 7
7:00p
End Date

Night Hike Along The Pineywoods Boardwalk Trail 7PM

Lake Livingston State Park
Night hike for wildlife!
Nov 8
6:30a
End Date

Sunrise Hike

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Start November off on the right foot with a 1-mile guided sunrise hike.
Nov 8
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!
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
9:00a
End Date

Weekend Bird Walks

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
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
10:00a
End Date

Discovery Walk Sundays

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let the woods lead the way at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov 8
2:00p
End Date

River Romp

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join a ranger on a walking Track Talk.
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
9:00a
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.
Nov 11
9:00a
End Date

Veteran's Day Guided Hike to Honor all Who Have Served

Inks Lake State Park
Join retired Army Veteran and Texas Master Naturalist Matt Jary for a Special Veteran's Day hike to the Valley Springs Waterfall
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

FULL 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
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!
Nov 12
10:00a
End Date

Nature Hike 10AM

Lake Livingston State Park
Come visit the park for a guided hike.
Nov 12
10:00a
End Date

FULL 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
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 13
2:00p
End Date

Tree Seekers

Purtis Creek State Park
Enjoy the fall colors and join a ranger to learn how to ID trees in the Post Oak Savannah!
Nov 13
3:00p
End Date

Tree Talk

Tyler State Park
Are they just all bark?
Nov 13
6:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Come explore the park after dark!
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
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!
Nov 14
9:00a
End Date

Weekend Bird Walks

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov 14
9:00a
End Date

Hike Among The Cottonwoods

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy a nature walk on the primitive side of the park to learn about the significance of Cottonwood trees and enjoy their fall foliage.
Nov 14
9:00a
End Date

Turkeys on the Trail: Wild Turkey Trek

Lake Whitney State Park
Get ready to separate fact from fiction as you explore the fascinating world of one of Texas' most iconic and misunderstood birds. Join us on the Wild Turkey Trek for an exciting journey through turkey habitat, behavior, and survival strategies. Along the way, you'll uncover surprising facts, common myths, and discover why these bold, colorful birds have earned a reputation as some of the most dramatic wildlife in Texas. Perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages, this adventure offers a fun and educational.
Nov 14
9:00a
End Date

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot! 🦉
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
10:30a
End Date

Texas Tracks Walk

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Put your tracking skills to the test.
Nov 14
11:00a
End Date

Cyanotype and Hike!

Atlanta State Park
Harness the power of the sun to make a botanical print! While these develop, hike with a ranger to learn about the plants growing in the park!
Nov 14
11:00a
End Date

Hike and Seek

Eisenhower State Park
What's hiding in plain sight?
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
1:30p
End Date

Geocaching 101

Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Cache in on adventure as you explore hidden treasures around the park!
Nov 14
1:30p
End Date

Guided Hike on the Pecan Flats Trail

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for an awesome hike along the beautiful Pecan Flats trail.
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
3:30p
End Date

Fall Foliage Hike

Caddo Lake State Park
Hike with as ranger as you explore the trails for pops of fall colors!
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 14
6:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Eisenhower State Park
The sun may set, but nature never sleeps!
Nov 15
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!
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
9:00a
End Date

Weekend Bird Walks

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
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
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 15
10:00a
End Date

Discovery Walk Sundays

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let the woods lead the way at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov 18
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.
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
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!
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 19
10:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Come give some local shelter dogs the best walk of their week!
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 20
6:00p
End Date

Night Hike

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Explore the wonders of the night with family and friends.
Nov 21 End Date

The Great Turkey Treasure Hunt

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Embark on a feather-filled adventure through Birch Creek with The Great Turkey Treasure Hunt!
Nov 21 End Date

The Great Turkey Treasure Hunt

Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Embark on a feather-filled adventure through Nails Creek with The Great Turkey Treasure Hunt!
Nov 21
8:30a
End Date

Family Volunteer Day!

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us for Family Volunteer Day on Nov. 21st!
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

Weekend Bird Walks

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
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

Women's Hike- Volunteer Led

Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Bring a friend!
Nov 21
9:30a
End Date

Tejas Timber Nature Hike

Mission Tejas State Park
Come join a park ranger for a guided nature walk on the Tejas Timber Trail. Come on this easy hike and scenery of the forest and learn about how wildlife prepares for the winter.
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
10:00a
End Date

Leaf-Peeping Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Hike down the trail to see the colors of Autumn
Nov 21
10:00a
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger Guided Hike

Buescher State Park
Bring your furry friend on a B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike in Buescher State Park!
Nov 21
10:00a
End Date

Fall Colors Tree ID - Guided Hike

Join a Village Creek Ranger for an fall walk through the woods for a new outlook on nature.
Nov 21
10:00a
End Date

Barks 'N' Rec

Tyler State Park
Wagging tails and winding trails!
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
1:00p
End Date

Turkey Talk Walk

Eisenhower State Park
Gobble up some fun facts!
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 21
6:00p
End Date

Night Hike on the Valley Spring Trail

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park ranger on night hike along the Valley Spring Creek Trail!
Nov 21
6:00p
End Date

Park After Dark

Purtis Creek State Park
Come out for a hike under the stars to learn about the creatures of the night!
Nov 22
8:00a
End Date

Women's Hike

San Angelo State Park
Start your morning with fresh air, beautiful scenery, and a West Texas view!
Nov 22
9:00a
End Date

Weekend Bird Walks

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
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

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come learn all about the park's history and wildlife on a guided adventure!
Nov 22
9:00a
End Date

Guided Hike on the Lake Trail

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for an awesome hike along the beautiful lake trail
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
10:00a
End Date

Discovery Walk Sundays

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let the woods lead the way at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
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 22
2:00p
End Date

Whispering Woods Walk

Fort Boggy State Park
Join in on this ranger-led mindfulness hike to unplug and reset in nature.
Nov 22
2:00p
End Date

Introduction to Nature Journaling

Village Creek State Park
Take your creativity outside and discover where art, creative writing, and biology converge in this intro to nature journaling!
Nov 24
5:30p
End Date

Beaver Moon Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the full Beaver moon rise from atop Skyline Drive.
Nov 24
5:30p
End Date

Beaver Moon🌕 Guided Hike

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Omar under the glow of the full moon and discover what makes Big Bend Ranch State Park such a special place!
Nov 24
6:30p
End Date

November Full Moon Hike

Cedar Hill State Park
Join us for a Full Moon Hike under the November Beaver Moon!
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

Walk Before you Waddle

Inks Lake State Park
Get your steps before the stuffing!
Nov 26
9:00a
End Date

Turkey Trot

Fort Parker State Park
Join us pre-turkey on Thanksgiving Day for a 1/2-mile hike on the Bur Oak nature trail. Be a brisk bird or amble along with a ranger for a more educational experience.
Nov 26
10:00a
End Date

Post Turkey Day Hike

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Walk off your turkey meal on this 3-mile guided hike.
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 26
10:00a
End Date

Hike on Wildlife/Island Trail Loop

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Walk through swamp and pine forests with a ranger!
Nov 27
9:00a
End Date

"Black Friday" Bird Walk

Martin Creek Lake State Park
Avoid the crazy shopping madness!
Nov 27
10:00a
End Date

Green Friday Hike

Eisenhower State Park
Skip the shopping, find your treasures on the trail!
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

Incredible Plants of South Texas

Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover the variety of plant life that is around Lake Casa Blanca and South Texas!
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

Turkey Trot

Copper Breaks State Park
Join the Rangers on a nice Post-Thanksgiving walk!
Nov 27
10:00a
End Date

Annual Gobble Wobble

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to walk off that Thanksgiving dinner!
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 27
10:00a
End Date

19th Annual "Walk Off the Bird" Bird Walk

Tyler State Park
Let's walk off that turkey!
Nov 27
2:30p
End Date

Walk Off the Turkey Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Step on to the trail, and walk off those Thanksgiving calories!
Nov 27
5:00p
End Date

Mindfulness Hike and Yoga

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Skip the stores this Black Friday and spend time outdoors!
Nov 27
6:00p
End Date

Hiking to the Stars

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a night hike to stargaze from the falls!
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
8:00a
End Date

Self-guided Fall Hike

Cooper State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Time to break free from the turkey!
Nov 28
8:00a
End Date

Self-guided Fall Hike

Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
Too much turkey, time to break free from that turkey!
Nov 28
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!
Nov 28
9:00a
End Date

Weekend Bird Walks

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov 28
9:00a
End Date

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot! 🦉
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
9:00a
End Date

Guided Hike

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come learn all about the park's history and wildlife on a guided adventure!
Nov 28
10:00a
End Date

Island Trail Hike

Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Spot insects, reptiles, and more during this guided hike.
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

Beasts of the Blackland Prairie

Lockhart State Park
What critters call Lockhart State Park home?
Nov 28
10:00a
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!
Nov 28
10:00a
End Date

Hoodoos Trail Hike

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join a ranger for a guided hike through the Hoodoos, an area rich in history, biodiversity, and geology!
Nov 28
10:00a
End Date

Bottomland Forest Hike

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join a ranger-led hike to explore towering trees, learn about the role of seasonal flooding, and experience one of Stephen F. Austin State Park's most diverse habitats.
Nov 28
10:00a
End Date

Turkey Trot Dog Walk

Cedar Hill State Park
Work off that Thanksgiving feast with your four-legged friend or meet a new one!
Nov 28
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 28
1:00p
End Date

Junior Ranger Academy

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a come-and-go program in the Visitor Center!
Nov 28
1:00p
End Date

Guided Geology Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
Come on a hike to see the unique and spectacular geologic formations and fossils!
Nov 28
2:00p
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 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

Women's Hike

Dinosaur Valley State Park
Scenic views, new friends, and trails to explore!
Nov 28
3:00p
End Date

Trees to Meet You! Activity Walk

Cedar Hill State Park
Learn the stories of our local trees and take home some leaf rubbings!
Nov 28
5:00p
End Date

Sunset Over Somerville

Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Reds and yellows, oranges and blues, spend golden hour with all of the hues!
Nov 28
6:00p
End Date

Hiking to the Stars

Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a night hike to stargaze from the falls!
Nov 28
6:30p
End Date

Twilight Trek

Fort Boggy State Park
Test your senses under the stars and explore what hiking at night can uncover!
Nov 28
6:30p
End Date

Lantern Hike

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us as we hike into the night by the lantern's light.
Nov 29
9:00a
End Date

Weekend Bird Walks

Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Join birding hosts Chantal and Tom on an exploratory bird walk, using sight and sound to ID birds of all sizes! Great for families, campers and winter Texans alike.
Nov 29
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 to the waterfall overlook!
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.
Nov 29
9:30a
End Date

Bird Walk

Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Come see what's tweeting in the trees.
Nov 29
10:00a
End Date

Discovery Walk Sundays

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Let the woods lead the way at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov 29
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 29
1:00p
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.

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

Park 2 Park Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Join park rangers on a hike from a state park to a national historic site...all in the same hike!
Dec 5
9:00a
End Date

Lake Hike

Abilene State Park
Get outside, get fit!
Dec 5
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!
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

Marvelous Mammals Hike

Lockhart State Park
Meet the mammals of Lockhart State Park!
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

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.
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 5
10:00a
End Date

30th Anniversary Celebration

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Come celebrate Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit's 30th Birthday with us!
Dec 5
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!
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

Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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 6
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.
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
8:00a
End Date

We Wish you a Merry Birding

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a morning on the trails as we celebrate the holiday season with some of nature's own singers.
Dec 12
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!
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 12
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.
Dec 13
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!
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 13
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.
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 18
1:00p
End Date

Guided Geology Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
Come on a hike to see the unique and spectacular geologic formations and fossils!
Dec 19
8:00a
End Date

We Wish you a Merry Birding

Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a morning on the trails as we celebrate the holiday season with some of nature's own singers.
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
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!
Dec 19
9:00a
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.
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

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.
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 19
10:15a
End Date

Medicinal Plants

South Llano River State Park
Interested in learning about plant ID and traditional use of plants in central Texas? This is the program for you!
Dec 20
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!
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

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.
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

Cold Moon Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the full Cold moon rise from atop Skyline Drive.
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

Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk--Registration Required

Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Dec 26
9:00a
End Date

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot! 🦉
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 26
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.
Dec 27
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!
Dec 27
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.
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.
Dec 31
5:00p
End Date

Last Day Hike

Pedernales Falls State Park
Let's watch the last sun set on 2025!
Dec 31
11:30p
End Date

First Day Hike: Midnight Kick-Off!

Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger for a midnight hike along the Wolfpen Trail to kick off the new year!

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 End Date

First Day Hike (Self-Guided)

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us at Purtis Creek and take to the trails to celebrate TPWD's 15th annual First Day Hike!
Jan 1
6:00a
End Date

First Day Hike - Self Guided

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike!
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

First Day Hike 2027

Brazos Bend State Park
Start the New Year off on the right foot and join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park!
Jan 1
8:00a
End Date

Self-Guided First Day Nature Hikes

Guadalupe River State Park
Experience the great outdoors and join us for a self-guided First Day Hike!
Jan 1
8:00a
End Date

Self Guided First Day Hikes

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike
Jan 1
8:30a
End Date

First Day Hike - Tri Park a Thon

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Start the new year off right with by hitting the trail and participating in our third Tri-Park-A-Thon!
Jan 1
8:30a
End Date

Tri-Park-A-Thon 2027

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers at Ray Roberts for our 4th Annual hike across all 3 units.
Jan 1
8:30a
End Date

First Day Hike 2027 - Greenbelt FM 428 Aubrey

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Looking to start the New Year off right? Do it outdoors with a hike at the Greenbelt Unit!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

Mile - High First Day Hike

Davis Mountains State Park
Start 2027 off on the right (or left) foot by joining us on our Mile - High First Day Hike.
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Hike

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Start off the New Year on the right foot by joining us for our First Day Hike!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Dog Walk

Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Start off the New Year on the right foot by joining us for our First Day Hike, pups included!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Guided Hike

Caddo Lake State Park
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Hike

Lost Maples State Natural Area
Start your year outside!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

Early Risers First Day Hike

Abilene State Park
Start your new year outdoors! Join us for our annual first day hikes.
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: Tails to the Trails

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Ease into the new year with your favorite canine friend on a guided dog-walk along the Savannah Loop Trail.
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 1
9:00a
End Date

Closed Canyon First Day Hike

Big Bend Ranch State Park
First Day self- guided hike of the Closed Canyon at BBRSP.
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Hike Chinati Mountains State Natural Area

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Guided First Day Hike to Chinati Mountains State Natural Area!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Hike

Tyler State Park
Put your best foot forward into the New Year!
Jan 1
9:00a
End Date

First Day Beach Walk

Start your resolutions off right by joining us for a hike on the beach on the first day of the new year!
Jan 1
9:30a
End Date

First Day Hike! (Arduous Morning Hike)

Mission Tejas State Park
Kick-off the new year with a challenging ranger-led hike!
Jan 1
10:00a
End Date

First Day Guided Hike (Morning)

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us at Purtis Creek and take to the trails to celebrate TPWD's 15th annual First Day Hike!
Jan 1
10:00a
End Date

First Day Hike: Family-Friendly Morning Hike

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Start your kids' new year on the right foot enjoying the outdoors at Government Canyon State Natural Area!
Jan 1
10:00a
End Date

First Day Hike 2027

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Start off the New Year with a hike in the park!
Jan 1
10:00a
End Date

B.A.R.K. Ranger First Day Hike

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike
Jan 1
10:00a
End Date

First Day Hike

Blanco State Park
Put your best foot forward!
Jan 1
10:00a
End Date

First Day Hike (B.A.R.K. Ranger)

Daingerfield State Park
Join us for a stroll around the day-use area with your B.A.R.K. Ranger and make a paw-lentine's card! Not a B.A.R.K Ranger yet? Come earn your badge!
Jan 1
11:00a
End Date

First Day Hike: What a View!

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the first day of the new year with an adventure on the Bluff Spurs Trail.
Jan 1
11:00a
End Date

First Day Hike 2027 - Isle du Bois Unit

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle Du Bois Unit
Looking to start the New Year off right? Do it outdoors with a hike at the Isle du Bois Unit!
Jan 1
1:00p
End Date

First Day Hike: Trek to the Tracks

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Jan 1
1:00p
End Date

First Day Guided Hike

Atlanta State Park
If you like to sleep in on New Year's Day, but still want to get the year started outdoors, this is the hike for you!
Jan 1
1:30p
End Date

First Day Hikes (Guided)

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers for our annual First Day Hike to celebrate the New Year.
Jan 1
1:30p
End Date

First Day Hike

Tyler State Park
Put your best foot forward into the New Year!
Jan 1
2:00p
End Date

First Day Hike! (Moderate Afternoon Hike)

Mission Tejas State Park
Kick-off the new year with a ranger-led hike!
Jan 1
2:00p
End Date

First Day Hike (Ranger-Guided, Rustling Leaves, 2.4 miles)

Daingerfield State Park
Start your New Year off right by joining us on our First Day Hike!
Jan 1
2:00p
End Date

Late Risers First Day Hike

Abilene State Park
Start your new year outdoors! Join us for our annual first day hikes.
Jan 1
2:00p
End Date

First Day Hike (Interpretive/Educational)

Goose Island State Park
This FDH is for those that are looking for a slower-paced hike that makes frequent stops.
Jan 1
2:00p
End Date

First Day Guided Hike (Afternoon)

Purtis Creek State Park
Join us at Purtis Creek and take to the trails to celebrate TPWD's 15th annual First Day Hike!
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 2
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.
Jan 2
10:00a
End Date

Paws on Parade

Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come walk with an adoptable shelter dog!
Jan 3
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.
Jan 9
9:00a
End Date

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot! 🦉
Jan 9
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.
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 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.
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
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.
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 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.
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

Winter Birding

Galveston Island State Park
Owl bet it will be a hoot! 🦉
Jan 23
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.
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.
Jan 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.
Jan 30
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.
Jan 30
10:00a
End Date

Geology Hike

Blanco State Park
Take a step back in time!
Jan 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.

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 6
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.
Feb 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.
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

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.
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 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.
Feb 20
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.
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!
Feb 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.
Feb 27
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.
Feb 28
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.

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 6
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.
Mar 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.
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 13
8:00a
End Date

Bilingual Grit and Grace: Women's History Hike/ Valor y Gracia: Caminata de la Historia de las Mujeres

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. Information on this hike will be provided in both English and Spanish. Aprende sobre la historia de las mujeres pioneras del Government Canyon y escucha historias sobre los impactos positivos que hicieron en el cañón.
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 11
9:00a
End Date

Wildflower Walk

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.
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 9
8:30a
End Date

Mother's Day Wildflower Walk

Government Canyon State Natural Area
Spend Mother's Day with Mother Nature and learn to identify local wildflowers.
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.