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
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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
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Nov
6
8:00a
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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
Nov
6
11:00a
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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
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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
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Nov
7
9:00a
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Nov
7
9:00a
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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Nov
13
6:00p
End Date
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
Nov
27
10:00a
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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
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Nov
27
10:00a
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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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.