Hikes & Nature Walks
July 2025
Jul
9
7:45p
End Date
Night Critter Crawl
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park.
Jul
10
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
10
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul
10
1:00p
End Date
Jul
10
8:00p
End Date
Full Moon Night Hike *Registration Required*--CANCELLED
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for a night hike under July's full moon!
Jul
10
8:30p
End Date
Buck Moon Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Enjoy the beautiful full moon as it rises over the Davis Mountains on this short hike.
Jul
11
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
11
9:00a
End Date
Jul
11
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Jul
11
7:00p
End Date
Whooo Done it? A Pellet Mystery
Bonham State Park
Join our local Master Naturalists in solving a mystery of the night.
Jul
11
8:00p
End Date
Jul
11
8:30p
End Date
Jul
12
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Jul
12
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Jul
12
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul
12
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul
12
8:30a
End Date
Bird Walk Before Breakfast 🐦
Galveston Island State Park
Start your morning with the sights and sounds of our feathered friends!
Jul
12
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Nature Walk on the Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the park's primitive side on a guided nature walk.
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Storybook Stroll
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Jul
12
9:00a
End Date
Sneak-Peek Hike **Reservation Required, Experience Recommended**
Lake Brownwood State Park
We are excited to announce that we will be offering an opportunity to explore our newly acquired property!
Jul
12
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul
12
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul
12
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Jul
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.
Jul
12
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Jul
12
2:00p
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Davis Mountains State Park
This fun, ranger-led workshop is aimed for kids, ages 5-12 (but open to all), who want to build their outdoor skills.
Jul
12
7:30p
End Date
Jul
12
8:00p
End Date
Cosmic Creepy Crawlies Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a night hike on our Loop Trail! This easy hike will take brave visitors spider snuffing and scorpion spotting all the way out to our Scenic Overlook, where we will discuss some of the misconceptions about these arachnids and their presence in our constellations.
Jul
12
8:00p
End Date
Discovery Night
Estero Llano Grande State Park
A ranger-guided night hike which may include stargazing, alligators, pauraques, owls, scorpions, tarantulas, frogs, snakes, armadillos, or raccoons - it's a surprise for all of us!
Jul
12
8:30p
End Date
Creatures of the Night Hike (RSVP)
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Join a ranger on an after-hours dark hike on one of our trails!
Jul
12
8:30p
End Date
Jul
12
8:45p
End Date
Jul
13
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul
13
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
13
9:00a
End Date
Storybook Stroll
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul
13
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul
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.
Jul
13
10:00a
End Date
Hike like a Geologist
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Jul
16
8:30a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Jul
16
9:00a
End Date
Takin Flight Day Camp
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Fly on over to learn all about birds!
Jul
16
7:45p
End Date
Night Critter Crawl
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park.
Jul
17
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
17
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul
17
1:00p
End Date
Jul
18
9:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Jul
18
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
18
10:00a
End Date
Nature Journaling
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.
Jul
18
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Jul
18
10:45a
End Date
Jul
18
7:30p
End Date
🌅 Golden Hour Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Jul
18
8:00p
End Date
Evening Guided Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for an evening hike to learn about the ecology and history of Inks Lake State Park.
Jul
18
8:00p
End Date
Nocturnal Marvels: Moth Madness
Resaca de la Palma State Park
See what the buzz is about during National Moth Week!
Jul
18
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike!
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Discover the park's night life like you never have before!
Jul
19
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul
19
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul
19
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
19
8:30a
End Date
Summer Color! Storybook on the Trail
Lake Whitney State Park
Summer Color! by Diana Murray, illustrated by Zoe Persico, is a joyful story that celebrates the vibrant colors and simple wonders of summer. As the pages turn, readers explore bright scenes filled with nature’s red, blues, yellows, and greens, inspiring curiosity and a love for the outdoors.
Jul
19
9:00a
End Date
Nature Walk on the Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the park's primitive side on a guided nature walk.
Jul
19
9:00a
End Date
Storybook Stroll
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul
19
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul
19
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Jul
19
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jul
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.
Jul
19
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Jul
19
10:00a
End Date
Jul
19
11:00a
End Date
Trail Cam Explorers
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Explore the wonderful world of our wildlife with Ranger Sabrina by learning and setting up trail cameras!
Jul
19
8:30p
End Date
Beach Walk by Starlight
Galveston Island State Park
The stars at night, are big and bright....Deep in the heart of Texas!
Jul
19
9:00p
End Date
Jul
20
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul
20
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Storybook Stroll
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Morning Moth Walk for Beginners
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Enter the fascinating world of moths and discover the beauty of these diverse butterfly relatives.
Jul
20
9:00a
End Date
Jul
20
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul
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.
Jul
20
7:00p
End Date
Faltin's Overlook Sunset Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Experience the evening with a view from Enchanted Rock State Natural Area's newly acquired Faltin's Property.
Jul
24
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
24
9:00a
End Date
Old Baldy Guided Hike
Garner State Park
Join a Park Ranger on a guided hike to summit the park's most iconic hill, Old Baldy!
Jul
24
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul
25
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Jul
25
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Jul
25
8:00p
End Date
Night Crawlers
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.
Jul
25
8:00p
End Date
Jul
25
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike (Reservation Required)
Lake Brownwood State Park
Come join us to observe wildlife at night!
Jul
25
9:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Copper Breaks State Park
*Limited availability, registration required* Gaze at the stars and hunt for scorpions on a Copper Breaks night hike!
Jul
26
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul
26
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Jul
26
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
26
8:30a
End Date
Jul
26
8:30a
End Date
Bird Walk
Lockhart State Park
How many birds can we find and identify around Lockhart State Park? Take a walk with a ranger to find out! All ages and experience levels welcome.
Jul
26
8:30a
End Date
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Nature Walk on the Wild Side
Davis Mountains State Park
Explore the park's primitive side on a guided nature walk.
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Storybook Stroll
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Coffee with the Birds - Bird Hike
Lake Whitney State Park
Join us for a peaceful and scenic "Coffee with the Birds Bird Hike" on the Two Bridges Trail! Enjoy a relaxing morning hike through beautiful nature while sipping coffee and observing local bird species. It’s a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow nature enthusiasts, learn about the local wildlife, and start your day in a refreshing way. Don't miss out on this fun and educational experience—bring your friends, your curiosity, and your love for the outdoors! See you there!
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Jul
26
9:00a
End Date
Hiking Through History
Pedernales Falls State Park
Join us on a hike through time, starting in modern history and hiking down to 300-million-year old fossils!
Jul
26
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul
26
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul
26
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the marsh and bay ecosystems, on land and below the surface.
Jul
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.
Jul
26
10:00a
End Date
Nature Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Join us on a guided hike to learn about many of the park's plants, animals, and some of its history.
Jul
26
11:00a
End Date
Hunters and Gatherers
Pedernales Falls State Park
Will you be able to survive living in a prehistoric Texas?
Jul
26
8:00p
End Date
Jul
26
8:00p
End Date
Bat-er to Hear You With
Resaca de la Palma State Park
Join a ranger for a moon-lit evening as we explore some of our park’s most mysterious residents.
Jul
26
8:00p
End Date
National Moth Night
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Despite its name this event is worldwide in scope! Come be a part of this new phenomenon (the first was in 2012!): let's look for MOTHS!
Jul
27
7:30a
End Date
Last Sunday Hike - Lazy Cow
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Eastern foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
Jul
27
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Jul
27
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Jul
27
9:00a
End Date
Storybook Stroll
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Take a stroll through a story, where every step brings a new adventure to life!
Jul
27
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Jul
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.
Jul
27
10:00a
End Date
Hike like a Geologist
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Jul
27
11:00a
End Date
Dinosaur Hunt
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Jul
27
7:00p
End Date
Pollinator Hike: Pocket Prairies
Bonham State Park
Join a Ranger for a gentle, family-friendly hike through the park’s beautiful pocket prairies to discover the buzzing world of pollinators!
Jul
31
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Jul
31
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Jul
31
1:00p
End Date
Jul
31
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike
Galveston Island State Park
The night is full of surprises, if you only know where to look.
August 2025
Aug
1
9:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Aug
1
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
1
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug
1
7:30p
End Date
🌅 Golden Hour Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Aug
2
8:00a
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.
Aug
2
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
2
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
2
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
2
9:00a
End Date
Aug
2
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Aug
2
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
2
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
2
10:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Aug
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.
Aug
2
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Aug
2
8:00p
End Date
Herp Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to find some of our hopping and slithering friends!
Aug
2
8:00p
End Date
Bat O'Clock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Hannah and Blanco State Park's Ranger Katy for a chitchat about bats.
Aug
3
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
3
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
3
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!
Aug
3
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
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.
Aug
7
8:30a
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.
Aug
7
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
7
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first two Thursdays of the month this summer for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Aug
7
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
8
9:00a
End Date
Master Naturalist Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
Aug
8
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
8
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug
8
8:00p
End Date
Aug
8
8:00p
End Date
Herp Hike
Atlanta State Park
Join a ranger on a hike to find some of our hopping and slithering friends!
Aug
9
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Aug
9
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Aug
9
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
9
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
9
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
9
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Aug
9
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
9
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug
9
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
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.
Aug
9
8:00p
End Date
Cosmic Creepy Crawlies Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a night hike on our Loop Trail! This easy hike will take brave visitors spider snuffing and scorpion spotting all the way out to our Scenic Overlook, where we will discuss some of the misconceptions about these arachnids and their presence in our constellations.
Aug
10
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
10
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
10
9:00a
End Date
Hike like a Geologist
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Aug
10
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
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.
Aug
13
7:45p
End Date
Night Critter Crawl
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join the Franklin Mountains Rangers for an evening hike to explore the night life at Franklin Mountains State Park.
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
14
9:00a
End Date
Scenic Overlook Nature Walk
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us on the first two Thursdays of the month this summer for an easy nature walk with a beautiful view!
Aug
14
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
15
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
15
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug
15
7:30p
End Date
🌅 Golden Hour Bird Walk
Galveston Island State Park
Explore the wonderful world of birds without the need for an alarm clock!
Aug
16
7:30a
End Date
Women's Hike - Lower Sunset
Franklin Mountains State Park
Come explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with other women, led by a female ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems. This hike is open to women of all experience levels who are excited to spend more quality time outdoors.
Aug
16
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
16
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
16
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
16
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.
Aug
16
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
16
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug
16
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Aug
16
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
16
10:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Aug
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.
Aug
16
8:30p
End Date
Meteor Shower Star Party
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Adults and children can view the Perseid Meteor Shower with telescopes, s'mores and more!
Aug
16
9:00p
End Date
Aug
17
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
17
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
17
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
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.
Aug
20
8:30a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Aug
21
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
21
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
22
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
22
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug
23
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
23
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
23
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
23
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Aug
23
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
23
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug
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.
Aug
23
8:00p
End Date
Black Moon Geology Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger and geologist for an evening exploration of the geology of Enchanted Rock and a tour of the stars from the Summit.
Aug
24
7:30a
End Date
Lantern-lit Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
Aug
24
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
24
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
24
9:00a
End Date
Hike like a Geologist
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Take a hike through time with a geologist and learn more about ERSNA and how to make any hike a GEOLOGY HIKE! An hour plus of fairly easy hiking and observing, starting at the Summit Trail gazebo.
Aug
24
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
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.
Aug
24
10:00a
End Date
Prospect Mine Tour
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us for a hike out to the copper prospecting mines.
Aug
28
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Aug
28
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
29
8:30a
End Date
Aug
29
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Aug
29
10:30a
End Date
Butterfly and Dragonfly Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a ranger-led tour for all ages and experience levels through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas. This tour is for YOU!
Aug
30
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
30
8:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Aug
30
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Aug
30
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
30
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Aug
30
10:00a
End Date
Tide Talk and Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a Ranger on a morning stroll along the beach! Learn about barrier island ecology & see what sorts of animals we can spot along the way!
Aug
30
10:00a
End Date
Beach Walk
Galveston Island State Park
The Gulf of Mexico is our destination. What exciting things will we see along the way?
Aug
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.
Aug
31
7:30a
End Date
Last Sunday Hike - Upper Sunset
Franklin Mountains State Park
Join a park ranger on a guided hike through the Western foothills of the Franklin Mountains.
Aug
31
8:30a
End Date
World Birding Center Birding Tours
Estero Llano Grande State Park
All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties.
Aug
31
9:15a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guide hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Aug
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.
September 2025
Sep
4
8:30a
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.
Sep
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Sep
5
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
6
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.
Sep
6
9:00a
End Date
Sep
6
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Sep
6
9:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep
6
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep
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.
Sep
6
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Sep
7
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!
Sep
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.
Sep
12
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
12
4:00p
End Date
Sep
13
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Sep
13
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Sep
13
9:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep
13
9:00a
End Date
TPWD Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Sack Walk
Cedar Hill State Park
Come out to join us for a Ruck Sack walk along the Talala Trail!
Sep
13
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep
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.
Sep
13
4:30p
End Date
Walk, Talk, & Draw
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
We are going to walk.
We are going to talk.
We are going to draw.
Sep
13
6:00p
End Date
Sep
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.
Sep
17
8:30a
End Date
Guided Hike at New Northern Enchanted Rock Property
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Sep
19
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep
20
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Sep
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.
Sep
20
9:00p
End Date
Sep
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.
Sep
26
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk/Ruck
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Join us for a walk in honor of those we have lost to suicide and in support of those still struggling to find a way to live after their service.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep
27
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
October 2025
Oct
2
8:30a
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.
Oct
3
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
3
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
4
8:30a
End Date
Grit and Grace: Women's History Hike in Memory of Kyle Cunningham
Government Canyon State Natural Area
This October is Government Canyon's 20th Anniversary month. Let's kick off the celebration with a hike honoring the women whose efforts led to this land's preservation. We will be hiking this time in memory of one of Government Canyon's founding mothers, Kyle Cunningham, who passed away in May 2025.
Oct
4
9:00a
End Date
Oct
4
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Oct
4
9:30a
End Date
Wildflower Walk
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us to learn about flowers in bloom and other plants in the park!
Oct
4
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
4
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Oct
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Oct
5
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!
Oct
10
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
10
9:30a
End Date
Morning Hike with a Ranger (Hands on Rock)
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Rocks are high and low... oh the places they go! and have been...
Oct
11
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Oct
11
8:00a
End Date
Trek to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
This October is Government Canyon's 20th Anniversary month, and we've scheduled a series of activities to celebrate! This weekend, we're focused on our ANCIENT history. Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Trek to the Dino Tracks
Government Canyon State Natural Area
This October is Government Canyon's 20th Anniversary month, and we've scheduled a series of activities to celebrate! This weekend, we're focused on our ANCIENT history. Take a 5-mile guided hike to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.
Oct
11
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Morning Hike with a Ranger (Hands on Rock)
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Rocks are everywhere! Oh the places they go... and have been.
Oct
18
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Oct
18
3:00p
End Date
Path of the Bison
Bison seem to keep on the path...
Oct
18
9:00p
End Date
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
The Wonder of Texas' Native Plants
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Oct
25
9:30a
End Date
Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Oct
31
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
November 2025
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Nov
1
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Nov
1
2:00p
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
2
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
7
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
7
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
8
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Nov
14
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Nov
15
9:00p
End Date
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Nov
22
8:30a
End Date
Nov
22
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Nov
28
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
December 2025
Dec
5
8:00a
End Date
Birding Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Brazos Bend State Park is home to over 300 species of birds making it the perfect place to bird-watch all year round!
Dec
5
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
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
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Dec
6
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Dec
12
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
13
8:00a
End Date
Second Saturday Birdwatching
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park
Join us on the second Saturday of the month to bird watch with a knowledgeable volunteer!
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Dec
19
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
20
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.
Dec
20
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Dec
20
9:00p
End Date
Dec
26
9:00a
End Date
Wilderness Survival Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the plants and other resources native people used in our area!
Dec
27
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
January 2026
Jan
1
8:30a
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.
Jan
3
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jan
3
10:00a
End Date
1st Saturday Nature Walk
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Explore the Wonders of the forest on a fun and informative guided hike.
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jan
17
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jan
17
9:00p
End Date
Jan
24
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
February 2026
Feb
5
8:30a
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.
Feb
7
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Feb
14
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Feb
21
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Feb
21
9:00p
End Date
Feb
28
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
March 2026
Mar
5
8:30a
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.
Mar
7
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Mar
14
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Mar
21
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Mar
21
9:00p
End Date
Mar
28
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
April 2026
Apr
4
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Apr
11
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Apr
18
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Apr
18
9:00p
End Date
Apr
25
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
May 2026
May
2
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
May
9
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
May
16
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
May
16
9:00p
End Date
May
23
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
June 2026
Jun
6
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jun
13
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jun
20
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jun
20
9:00p
End Date
Jun
27
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
July 2026
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Jul
11
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Jul
18
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Jul
18
9:00p
End Date
Jul
25
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
August 2026
Aug
1
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Aug
8
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Aug
15
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Aug
15
9:00p
End Date
Aug
22
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
September 2026
Sep
5
9:00a
End Date
CCC History Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike along our Legacy Trail and learn about the people who built the park!
Sep
12
9:00a
End Date
Edible & Medicinal Plant Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a hike that will teach you about the edible and medicinal plants native to the park.
Sep
19
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Hike
Abilene State Park
An informative hike led by a ranger for youth and their parents!
Sep
19
9:00p
End Date
Sep
26
9:00a
End Date
Elm Creek Nature Hike
Abilene State Park
Join a ranger in a short and informative hike along the Elm Creek Nature Trail.
December 2026
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
December 2027
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
December 2028
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?
December 2029
Dec
31
9:30p
End Date
Black Light Hike & Scavenger Hunt at Midnight!
Fort Parker State Park
Take a New Year’s hike at midnight with a Fort Parker State Park ranger! Visit the 1/2-mile Bur Oak Nature Trail and see what you might with an awesome black light! Continue the New Year's fun with a "Riddle-Me-This" scavenger hunt by moonlight. Can you answer the riddles to ring in the New Year?