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Events in and around the El Paso area.

August 2026

Aug 19
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.
Aug 20
9:00a
End Date

Hike With Homeless Dogs

Davis Mountains State Park
Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
Aug 21
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.
Aug 21
4:00p
End Date

Indian Lodge Tour

Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Aug 22
11:00a
End Date

Book Lady Book Fair

Davis Mountains State Park
Come browse Margaret's (Book Lady) collection of books, many of which focus on the outdoors...all for FREE!
Aug 22
2:00p
End Date

Return of the Black Bear

Davis Mountains State Park
Black bears are returning to their native land here in the Trans-Pecos. Do you know how to live in harmony with these fascinating creatures?
Aug 26
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.
Aug 27
8:00p
End Date

Full Moon Nature Therapy Walk

Franklin Mountains State Park
Enjoy a full moon guided nature therapy walk in Franklin Mountains State Park.
Aug 28
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 30
7:30a
End Date

Last Sunday Hike - Aztec Caves

Franklin Mountains State Park
Join us to explore the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert with a ranger or volunteer. Learn about best hiking practices and the unique desert ecosystems.

September 2026

Sep 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!
Sep 4
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.
Sep 5 End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Sep 5
2:00p
End Date

Art In The Park

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).
Sep 10
11:00a
End Date

Indigenous Trade at the Fort

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
See how trade on the Chihuahuan Trail evolved between Native Americans and Anglo/Euro-American at the Fort Leaton then learn how to make your own pottery.
Sep 11
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.
Sep 12
8:30a
End Date

Birding with a Ranger

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join a ranger and discover and learn about birding!
Sep 12
8:30a
End Date

Boots on the Ground: Cave Kiva Hike for Veteran Mental Health Awareness

Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Lace up your boots and join us on a guided ~0.5-mile moderate hike up North Mountain to combat Veteran Suicide.
Sep 12
8:30a
End Date

Boots on the Ground: Hiking for Veteran Mental Health Awareness

Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Lace up your boots and join us on a guided 3-mile moderate hike through Hueco Tanks to combat Veteran Suicide.
Sep 18
7:30p
End Date

International Observe the Moon Night 🌙

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!
Sep 19
9:00a
End Date

Boots on the Rocks: Bouldering for Veteran Mental Health Awareness

Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Gear up for a 4-5 hour guided bouldering tour to combat Veteran Suicide.
Sep 19
10:00a
End Date

Borderlands Loteria

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Celebrate Mexico's independence here at the Fort by playing a traditional game of Loteria with a twist.
Sep 25
8:00p
End Date

Creepy Crawlies After Dark: Night Hike 🕸️🦂

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Discover glowing scorpions, spooky sounds, and the desert’s creepy crawlies that come alive after dark.
Sep 26
10:00a
End Date

National Public Lands Day Volunteer Event🌎

Big Bend Ranch State Park
🌎 Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Big Bend Ranch State Park! 🌎

October 2026

Oct 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!
Oct 3
10:00a
End Date

The Atlatl: A Hurl into the Past

Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join Rangers to discover how to use an atlatl and how it connects us to the past!
Oct 3
2:00p
End Date

Art In The Park

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).
Oct 10 End Date

Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*

Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Oct 10
10:00a
End Date

Rocking Rock Art

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Join Ranger Arian at Fort Leaton to learn how indigenous peoples of Big Bend communicated via rock art and the stories left behind.
Oct 24
9:00a
End Date

Arch in the Park

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Join Ranger Arian to explore a pictograph site and learn about the first inhabitants of Big Bend Ranch State Park!
Oct 30
8:00p
End Date

Legends of Fort Leaton (By Reservation Only)

Fort Leaton State Historic Site
La Llorona, shots in the dark, colorful characters, and legends passed down through the oral traditions of the borderlands—all of these come to life through the stories and features of Fort Leaton.
Oct 30
8:00p
End Date

Creepy Crawlies After Dark: Night Hike 🕸️🦂

Big Bend Ranch State Park
Discover glowing scorpions, spooky sounds, and the desert’s creepy crawlies that come alive after dark.

November 2026

Nov 1 End Date

Pictograph Tours (Reservations Required)

Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for guided pictograph tours Wednesdays through Sundays to learn more about the over 10,000 years of history at Hueco Tanks! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Call park headquarters at (915) 857-1135 to save your spots!
Nov 7
2:00p
End Date

Art In The Park

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).

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 5
2:00p
End Date

Art In The Park

Davis Mountains State Park
Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).

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!

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!