Charting the Stars

Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!

Join a ranger to craft a star chart, explore the cosmos, and learn what we can do to protect the future of our dark skies. Red light flashlights are encouraged!

• Time: 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm
• Meet: Solar Trail
• Bring: Water, walking shoes, bug spray, red-light flashlight, weather appropriate clothing.
• Cost: Free with park admission ($5 per person, 13 years and older). If arriving after 4:45 PM, please use self-pay station (cash only) located at office parking lot. 

If ADA assistance is required, please request modifications using this form, or email accessibility@tpwd.texas.gov at least 2 weeks in advance.

Purtis Creek has one grit wheelchair readily available for checkout. Please contact Ranger Jenna at Jenna.Lombard@tpwd.texas.gov to reserve & check availability. 

**Park programs are subject to change/cancellation in the event of inclement weather**