State Park Events
Browse all events in state parks, or view events by park.
September 2025
Sep
15
7:00a
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Create a treat to take home to the birds in your backyard!
Sep
15
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
16
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
16
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Sep
16
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Fish
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
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
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.
Sep
17
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
17
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Discovery the variety of birds residing in the park or just visiting for the season.
Sep
17
9:00a
End Date
Beauty after the burn
Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger and volunteers to discover how our landscape has recovered after a wildfire.
Sep
17
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
17
10:00a
End Date
Online Program - LOG IN AND LEARN
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The start to Caprock's homeschool friendly online learning!
Sep
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Sep
17
9:00p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
Sep
18
7:00a
End Date
Sunrise Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
It's hot! So we've started a Sunrise Tram Tour, from 7am to 8:30am! So much cooler!
Sep
18
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Goose Island State Park
Discover the birds that call Goose Island State Park home!
Sep
18
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
18
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Sep
18
10:00a
End Date
Blacksmithing Demonstration
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Live blacksmithing demonstration at the Sauer-Beckmann Farm!
Sep
18
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!
Sep
18
1:00p
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Sep
18
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Sep
19
8:30a
End Date
Trail Maintenance Mornings
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Volunteer your time with Enchanted Rock SNA staff and work to rebuild our trails.
Sep
19
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
19
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
19
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!
Sep
19
1:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Sep
19
1:30p
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
19
2:00p
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Sep
19
2:00p
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Sep
19
2:00p
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Sep
19
3:00p
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Shell and Tell
Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Sep
19
3:30p
End Date
Ranger Hike: A Walk Through Time
Copper Breaks State Park
Join a ranger for a hike and see some of the oldest features at Copper Breaks!
Sep
19
3:30p
End Date
CCC Camp Hike
Possum Kingdom State Park
Walk in the footsteps of the men who built Possum Kingdom State Park in 1941 as you hike through Possum Kingdom State Park's historical Civilian Conservation Corp camp.
Sep
19
4:00p
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Sep
19
4:00p
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Indian Lodge Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Sep
19
6:00p
End Date
Lotería en el Parque!
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Play Lotería with a State Parks touch.
Sep
19
6:30p
End Date
Inks Lake State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep
19
7:15p
End Date
Charting the Stars
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Sep
19
7:30p
End Date
Sep
19
8:00p
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Sep
19
8:00p
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Sep
19
8:30p
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Night Hike (Reservation Required)
Lake Brownwood State Park
Come join us to observe wildlife at night!
Sep
19
8:30p
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!
Sep
19
8:30p
End Date
Night Hike🌙
Galveston Island State Park
The night is full of mysteries... if you know where to look.
Sep
20
2:00a
End Date
BARK Ranger Hike
Our Furry Friends Love State Parks Too!
Sep
20
8:00a
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Sep
20
8:00a
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Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Carry the Weight: Ruck Together to Combat Veteran Suicide.
Sep
20
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Sep
20
8:30a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Hike
Brazos Bend State Park
Bring your furry friend along for a light hike in the park!
Sep
20
8:30a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Activities
Purtis Creek State Park
Join us for to learn about veteran mental health and support resources.
Sep
20
8:30a
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Sep
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.
Sep
20
8:30a
End Date
FREE: Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike
Lockhart State Park
Join us to raise awareness about the high rates of suicide among veterans.
Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Fishing with a Ranger
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come learn how to fish on the Pedernales with a loaner rod or bring your own!
Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Wildlife B-I-N-G-O!
Lake Whitney State Park
Take a fun walk around the park and play Wildlife BINGO! Use your BINGO sheet to spot and check off different animals, insects, and birds as you see them. Try to find as many as you can—can you get BINGO? It's a great way to explore nature and learn about local wildlife!
Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Veteran's Ruck Hike (Suicide Awareness Month)
Caddo Lake State Park
Join us in support of our Veteran's during this Suicide Awareness Month ruck hike!
Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Name That Tune: Birdsong Edition
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Most avid birders eventually add sound identification to the tool set they use in identifying birds. But bird songs convey more information than just the identity of the singer.
Sep
20
9:00a
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Sep
20
9:00a
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Guided Summit Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on our most popular trail.
Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
20
9:00a
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Sep
20
9:00a
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Junction Farmers Market Booth
South Llano River State Park
Join us at Junction Area Farmers Market to learn more about what South Llano River State Park has to offer!
Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Veterans Suicide Awareness Walk
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Walk with us through the Pineywoods to honor veterans we have lost to suicide and to support those finding their place after their service
Sep
20
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.
Sep
20
9:00a
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Sep
20
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
20
9:30a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Garner State Park
Learn some birding basics with a park ranger as we explore the park bird blind and pollinator garden.
Sep
20
9:30a
End Date
Eisenhower State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Eisenhower State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
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
10:00a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Carry the Weight: Ruck Together to Combat Veteran Suicide.
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
National Estuaries Week: Bay Exploration🌊
Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate the wonders of Galveston Bay during National Estuaries Week!
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Sep
20
10:00a
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Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Cooking up History
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us as we explore how campsite cooking has changed from the Texas frontier days to today.
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
A Piece of Texas History: Traditional German Pretzel Making Class
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Happy Oktoberfest! Join us for a pretzel making course and an exploration of German, Texan and Tejano History.
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Guided Hike to Hill Country Rock Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Del Norte Unit
Step back into time and learn about the rock art at Hill Country Rock Shelter.
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Mighty Monarchs
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Come celebrate the magic of Monarchs and be inspired by their incredible journey!
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Aranama Nature Trail Hike
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Explore the flora, fauna, and history of Goliad State Park on this ranger-led 1/3-mile hike.
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee
Possum Kingdom State Park
Enjoy a cup of coffee brewed with the same method used by cowboys on the trail in the 19th century and learn some tips about cooking with a Dutch oven. Then chat with our rangers to learn about what it's like to work at a State Park.
Sep
20
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.
Sep
20
10:00a
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Sep
20
10:00a
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Dust Bowl Cooking
Bonham State Park
Join Ranger Linda on a cooking adventure and learn a new cooking technique, pre-dating modern backpack stoves.
Sep
20
10:00a
End Date
Deaf Outdoors Day and Awareness
San Angelo State Park
Weather this or that? Learn the signs of nature.
Sep
20
10:30a
End Date
Bird Beak Buffet
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Come grab some grub using some bird inspired cutlery!
Sep
20
11:00a
End Date
Wildcraft: Alligators!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to learn about alligators through storytime and get creative making crafts!
Sep
20
11:00a
End Date
History Talk with a Ranger
Mission Tejas State Park
Come by the Visitor Center and immerse yourself in East Texas history!
Sep
20
12:00p
End Date
Awesome Oh-possums
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for an engaging wildlife program where we dive into the fascinating world of the Virginia Opossum!
Sep
20
12:00p
End Date
Sep
20
1:00p
End Date
Lotería en el Parque!
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Play Lotería with a State Parks touch.
Sep
20
1:00p
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Sep
20
1:00p
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Sep
20
1:00p
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Sep
20
1:00p
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Skins, Skulls, Tracks, and Scat
Caddo Lake State Park
Experience and learn about the critters that call Caddo Lake State Park home!
Sep
20
2:00p
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Sep
20
2:00p
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10 Essentials the Outdoors: Past and Present
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Discover the 10 essential items campers of the past and present use to survive the outdoors
Sep
20
2:00p
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Sep
20
2:00p
End Date
Colors of the Wind Watercolor
Lockhart State Park
Paint with all the colors of the wind at Lockhart State Park!
Sep
20
2:00p
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Sep
20
2:00p
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Wildlife of the Lost Pines Mask Making Craft
Buescher State Park
Learn about the critters that call our park home and then decorate a critter mask.
Sep
20
2:00p
End Date
Geology of McKinney Falls
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us at this indoor tabling event to learn about the geology of McKinney Falls.
Sep
20
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Sep
20
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Sep
20
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
20
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
Possum Kingdom State Park
Come learn all about Possum Kingdom State Park's native wildlife at our historic Longhorn Lodge near the Park Store. Join the park rangers to see some of the wildlife's skins and skulls and what story they tell about each animal!
Sep
20
2:30p
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Sep
20
2:30p
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Sep
20
2:30p
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Sep
20
3:00p
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Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
20
3:00p
End Date
Bentsen Outdoor Skills Showcase (B.O.S.S. 2025)
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
An exciting day for fun, games, and getting to know the outdoors! 🎉
Sep
20
3:00p
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Sep
20
3:00p
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Macro Madness
South Llano River State Park
Explore the small heroes of the water - macroinvertebrates! Come prepared to get wet and enjoy the South Llano River.
Sep
20
3:00p
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Sep
20
3:30p
End Date
Planetarium Show: In the Sky This Month
Copper Breaks State Park
Learn about some deep sky objects visible in the sky this month from the comfort of our planetarium!
Sep
20
4:00p
End Date
Night Moves Trail Race
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a night of adventure just west of Houston! From a kid’s run to a 5K, 10K, half, and full marathon, Trail Racing Over Texas brings the party to the trails at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Sep
20
6:00p
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Sep
20
6:45p
End Date
Sunset Watercolors🎨
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for an unforgettable evening of nature, art, and beauty!
Sep
20
7:00p
End Date
Insect Night Walk & Mothing
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
Join us for a night stroll to search for night crawlies!
Sep
20
7:00p
End Date
Cowboy Campfire - Poetry, Stories and Songs
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“Learning about our cowboy heritage can be fun!”
Sep
20
7:30p
End Date
Starlight Bug Hunt
McKinney Falls State Park
Observe nocturnal insects at McKinney Falls State Park!
Sep
20
8:00p
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Sep
20
8:00p
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Sep
20
8:00p
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Sep
20
8:00p
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Sep
20
8:30p
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Star Walk
Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks!
Sep
20
8:30p
End Date
Star Party
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a night under the stars to learn about what's out there in the sky!
Sep
20
8:30p
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
20
8:45p
End Date
Star Party
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The Star Party is almost here and we're excited to see you under the night sky!
Sep
20
9:00p
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Sep
20
9:00p
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Navigate the Night: Starhopping
Balmorhea State Park
Explore the cosmos with this easy method of learning "landmarks" in the sky!
Sep
21
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Sep
21
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Sep
21
8:45a
End Date
Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣♀️
Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊
Sep
21
9:00a
End Date
Birding with a Ranger
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger and discover and learn about the great hobby of birding!
Sep
21
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
21
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 newest addition to Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Sep
21
9:30a
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.
Sep
21
9:30a
End Date
Guided Nature Walks Along the Devils River
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Join park ranger on a guided nature walk along the Devils River. You are sure to see some interesting riparian vegetation and birds along the way!
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
21
10:00a
End Date
*At Capacity, Registration is Closed - Kayak Through Time
Inks Lake State Park
Come kayak with us, and learn about the history and geology of Inks Lake State Park
Sep
21
10:00a
End Date
Seed Stomp
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Plant wildflower seeds for future generations!
Sep
21
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
21
10:30a
End Date
Wild Jeopardy
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
How well do you know your wildlife?
Sep
21
10:30a
End Date
Solar Powered Crafts
Mustang Island State Park
Come make arts and crafts using the power of the sun! Fun for all ages!
Sep
21
11:00a
End Date
Art in the Park
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Create a masterpiece inspired by the wonders of Dinosaur Valley!
Sep
21
12:00p
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking 101
Fort Parker State Park
Are you hungry? Come enjoy a hot meal and learn the history of cooking on the frontier!
Sep
21
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Sep
21
1:00p
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Sep
21
1:00p
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Sunday Open Castle
Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Look inside the historic CCC Refectory and ask the Park Ranger any questions you might have.
Sep
21
2:00p
End Date
Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Sep
21
2:00p
End Date
Wildlife Discovery
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Learn from a ranger about the different wild animals at the park and how to be safe around them!
Sep
21
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Sep
21
3:00p
End Date
Shell and Tell
Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Sep
21
3:00p
End Date
Sep
21
7:00p
End Date
Sep
22
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
23
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
23
6:00p
End Date
Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting
Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Sep
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.
Sep
24
9:00a
End Date
Rock ID Hike
Lockhart State Park
Ever wondered what types of rocks are common in Central Texas? Join us to find out!
Sep
24
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
24
9:00a
End Date
Morning Bird Walk
Davis Mountains State Park
Discovery the variety of birds residing in the park or just visiting for the season.
Sep
24
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
24
9:00p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
Sep
25
7:00a
End Date
Sunrise Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
It's hot! So we've started a Sunrise Tram Tour, from 7am to 8:30am! So much cooler!
Sep
25
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
25
9:00a
End Date
Hike With Homeless Dogs
Davis Mountains State Park
Help a homeless dog have a great time on the trail!
Sep
25
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Sep
25
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!
Sep
25
1:00p
End Date
Sep
25
3:00p
End Date
Critters of East Texas
Lake Livingston State Park
Explore the diversity of local mammals and reptiles.
Sep
25
8:15p
End Date
Astronomy with Buddy
South Llano River State Park
Explore the wonders of the night sky in Dark Sky park!
Sep
26
9:00a
End Date
How WOOD you use it?
Fort Leaton State Historic Site
Mesquite is one of the most common woody plants of the Big Bend and has many uses. The Mesquite Bean is a highly utilized product of the tree and can be made into food.
Sep
26
9:00a
End Date
Hiking in the High Desert
Davis Mountains State Park
Want to explore our mile-high desert trails? Park host Terry will cover the basics to ensure you have what it takes to stay safe and have fun.
Sep
26
9:00a
End Date
Sep
26
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
26
10:00a
End Date
Sep
26
10:00a
End Date
Sep
26
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!
Sep
26
1:00p
End Date
Art in the Park
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Families are welcome to paint and draw the nature around them.
Sep
26
1:30p
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
26
2:00p
End Date
Sep
26
3:00p
End Date
Shell and Tell
Mustang Island State Park
Get hands on with coastal curiosities and the shells of creatures that help shape our shores and society!
Sep
26
3:00p
End Date
Sep
26
3:30p
End Date
Sep
26
4:00p
End Date
Entomology Expedition
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
BUGS! They are everywhere. Get used to it.
Sep
26
6:30p
End Date
Galveston Island State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep
26
6:30p
End Date
Eisenhower State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)
Eisenhower State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Sep
26
7:00p
End Date
Sep
26
7:30p
End Date
Moth Madness Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Clair and her trusty bug sheet around the campfire for an exploration on the insect offerings of Erock.
Sep
26
8:00p
End Date
Scorpion Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a scorpion hunt! Bring an ultra-violet flashlight and join us in searching for scorpions along the trail in this evening hike!
Sep
27
End Date
National Hunting and Fishing Day
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate the fishing park of Hunting and Fishing Day with us!
Sep
27
8:00a
End Date
Women's Hike
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Join us for a Women’s Hike through the beautiful Palo Duro Canyon.
Sep
27
8:00a
End Date
Paddling Tour (Intermediate Experience & Difficulty)
Caddo Lake State Park
Experience the beauty and mystery of the Big Cypress Bayou on this the 8-mile round-trip paddling trail!
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
Hummingbird Banding
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us while we count and catalogue some of our quickest little birds!
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
Golf for Beginners 1
Lockhart State Park
Take a swing at golf! Learn the basics of the sport in this fun class. Registration required.
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
CANCELED-Birding for Beginners
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Was that a kinglet, or a kingbird? Learn how you can add birding to your outdoor skills set.
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
Kayak Tour of St. Charles Bay (Registration Required)
Goose Island State Park
What will we discover on the bay?
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
Deaf Outdoors Day 2025
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for programs galore with ASL interpreters present!
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
8:30a
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!
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Come together in support of our veterans for a meaningful 1.8-mile Ruck Hike
Sep
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.
Sep
27
8:30a
End Date
Bird Walk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Calling all birders (and non-birders)! We'll stroll through the park looking and listening for different bird species.
Sep
27
8:45a
End Date
National Public Lands Day Paddle Clean-up🛶
Galveston Island State Park
Paddle with a purpose this National Public Lands Day!
Sep
27
8:45a
End Date
Suicide Awareness Veterans Ruck
San Angelo State Park
Come join us for a walk along Roadrunner Trail.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Saturday Morning Check-In (Online)
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Join a ranger on Facebook Live for Lake Casa Blanca State Park updates, Q&A, and other fun information.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park
Lake Whitney State Park
A flutter of color awaits! Join us for Painted Wings at Lake Whitney State Park, a colorful, family-friendly educational program to learn all about our native butterflies. Learn about the fascinating life cycles, habits, and local species of these delicate pollinators.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Nature's Filter
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to know how wetlands work?
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
First Week of Fall Guided Hike
McKinney Falls State Park
Come welcome the new season at McKinney Falls and join our Guided Hike!
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
National Public Lands Day Volunteer Event🌎
Galveston Island State Park
Join park staff and fellow nature lovers for a fun morning of hands-on volunteer work at Galveston Island State Park.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike
Inks Lake State Park
Join us on an easy ruck or hike as we partner with Burnet VFW Post 6974 to raise awareness for a good cause.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck March/Hike
Daingerfield State Park
September is Suicide Prevention Month! Come Join us while we bring awareness for our veterans, service members, families, and friends.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck March/Hike
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come join us as we bring awareness for our veterans, service members, families, and friends.
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
9:00a
End Date
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Roving Ranger!
Guadalupe River State Park
Keep an eye out for Ranger Aaron as he makes his way through the park!
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
Veterans Suicide Awareness Hike
Garner State Park
Join us for a hike 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
Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk & Ruck Hike
South Llano River State Park
Join us at South Llano River State Park for our First Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk and Ruck Hike on September 27, 2025!
Sep
27
9:00a
End Date
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
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Sep
27
9:30a
End Date
Alligators: From Egg to Apex
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us to hear how the largest predator at Brazos Bend starts at the bottom!
Sep
27
9:30a
End Date
Fort Boggy Beautification & Picnic
Fort Boggy State Park
Come together with your community to lend a hand at park!
Sep
27
9:30a
End Date
Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk/Ruck
Goose Island State Park
Join us for a walk in honor of those we have lost and in support of those who are struggling to settle into life after their service.
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
PK Unexplored Guided Hike
Possum Kingdom State Park
Explore some of the less-traveled corners of the park on this Ranger-guided hike!
Sep
27
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! 🌎
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Dino Dig & Fossil Talk
Bonham State Park
See exclusive fossil collections and find out the dos & don’ts of fossil hunting.
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Cowboy Coffee and Dutch Oven Cooking
Copper Breaks State Park
Join a park ranger to learn how homesteaders and cowboys would brew coffee and make breakfast while out on the range. Most importantly, you get to taste the results!
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Archery in the Mountains
Davis Mountains State Park
Come practice your bow and arrow skills at this drop-in program open to all ability levels.
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Sep
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.
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Microscopic Water Bugs
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
What's in the lake water? Let's find out!
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Leave No Trace
Lake Casa Blanca International State Park
Come and learn what Leave No Trace principles are all about and how you can apply them to your daily life!
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Nature Walk Along the Devils River
Devils River State Natural Area - Del Norte Unit
Guided nature walks along the Devils River to explore the riparian vegetation and birds.
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Hour with the Master Naturalists
Blanco State Park
Chat and learn with a Highland Lakes Master Naturalist!
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Pinch Pots
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Learn about Native American pottery making while making your own pinch pot!
Sep
27
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
27
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.
Sep
27
10:30a
End Date
Spectacular Snakes!
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us for a talk about our slithery friends, the snakes!
Sep
27
10:30a
End Date
National Public Lands Day Hike
Purtis Creek State Park
Celebrate with us and help us clean up the trails!
Sep
27
11:00a
End Date
Sep
27
11:00a
End Date
Sep
27
11:00a
End Date
Rice Family Log Home Tour
Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the history of the Rice Family Log Home with the park interpreter!
Sep
27
11:00a
End Date
Sep
27
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Sep
27
12:00p
End Date
The Mystery of the Missing Monarchs
Brazos Bend State Park
Learn about monarch butterflies and where they get off to!
Sep
27
12:00p
End Date
Sep
27
1:00p
End Date
Sep
27
1:00p
End Date
Skins, Skulls, Scales and Scat
Pedernales Falls State Park
What can we learn about wildlife from what they leave behind?
Sep
27
1:00p
End Date
Sep
27
1:00p
End Date
Lake Life
Meridian State Park
Grab your explorer hat and get ready to uncover the hidden living just beneath the surface of Lake Meridian, no swimsuit required!
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
10 Essentials the Outdoors: Past and Present
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Discover the 10 essential items campers of the past and present use to survive the outdoors
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Skins and Skulls
McKinney Falls State Park
Learn how an animal's unique fur pattern or skull anatomy helps it survive. You'll get to touch real specimens!
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Intro to Archery
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Watercolors by the Lake
Possum Kingdom State Park
Let the sights and sounds of Possum Kingdom Lake inspire your next masterpiece!
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Sep
27
2:00p
End Date
Critter Corner
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Use your senses to learn more about the wildlife roaming Dinosaur Valley!
Sep
27
2:30p
End Date
Sep
27
3:00p
End Date
Is this a Danger Noodle?
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Get to know the slithery residents of the park—learn snake identification and safety!
Sep
27
3:00p
End Date
Intro to Archery
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
Come shoot some arrows! Equipment provided.
Sep
27
3:00p
End Date
Sep
27
3:30p
End Date
Planetarium Show: Night Sky Journaling
Copper Breaks State Park
Navigate across the stars with ease!
Sep
27
4:00p
End Date
Bison Grocery Store
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
This is not your ordinary grocery store...
Sep
27
5:00p
End Date
Healing Heroes Hike
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
Hike with us to bring attention to Veterans Suicide Awareness Month
Sep
27
7:30p
End Date
September Inks Lake Star Party
Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Sep
27
7:45p
End Date
Sep
27
8:00p
End Date
Sep
27
8:00p
End Date
Sep
27
8:00p
End Date
Stargazing the Texas Night Sky
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
Sep
27
8:30p
End Date
Marvel at the Moon
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The last Saturday of the month is for the moon and stars.
Sep
28
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Sep
28
8:30a
End Date
Hummingbird Banding
Brazos Bend State Park
Join us while we count and catalogue some of our quickest little birds!
Sep
28
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Sep
28
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
28
9:30a
End Date
Guided Hike to Sunburst Shelter
Devils River State Natural Area - Dan A. Hughes Unit
Come on a guided hike to the past!
Learn about the rock art at Sunburst Shelter.
Sep
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.
Sep
28
10:00a
End Date
Boats and Brushes-Art on the Water
Inks Lake State Park
Enjoy a kayak trip combined with a fun art activity
Sep
28
10:00a
End Date
Campfire 101: Making Camping S’more Fun
Lockhart State Park
Join us for a fire-building demonstration!
Sep
28
10:00a
End Date
Track Talk
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Gather round and hear the 113-million-year-old story of our dinosaur tracks!
Sep
28
11:00a
End Date
Bug Out!
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Rangers will be sharing information about some of the many insects that call Enchanted Rock home at the gazebo on the base of Summit Trail.
Sep
28
11:00a
End Date
Seed Paper
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center
Want to learn how to make your own seed paper?
Sep
28
11:00a
End Date
Dinosaur Hunt
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Track down the dinosaurs that have gotten loose in Dinosaur Valley!
Sep
28
1:00p
End Date
Sep
28
2:00p
End Date
The Old Tree's Beard: Garlands of the Swamp
Brazos Bend State Park
Come learn about those weird, gray vines hanging from our trees: Spanish moss!
Sep
28
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Sep
28
3:00p
End Date
Sep
29
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
30
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Sep
30
9:30a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Meridian State Park 9/30/25
Meridian State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Sep
30
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Live Updates (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on & listen to the updates on park construction for September!
October 2025
Oct
1
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.
Oct
1
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
1
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
1
10:00a
End Date
Basics of Gardening: Fall Edition
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Preparing and planting for a winter garden.
Oct
2
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
2
9:30a
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
2
10:00a
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.
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
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
3
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!
Oct
3
1:30p
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
3
2:00p
End Date
Oct
3
6:30p
End Date
Cooper Lake State Park: Doctors Creek Unit | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (Registration Open)
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
3
6:30p
End Date
Palmetto State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Palmetto State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
3
7:00p
End Date
History of Enchanted Rock- Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Sit around the campfire and learn about the geologic and human history of our State Natural Area.
Oct
3
7:00p
End Date
Oct
4
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
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
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.
Oct
4
9:00a
End Date
Connect to the Canyon
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 using art to connect with our natural and cultural history.
Oct
4
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
Oct
4
9:00a
End Date
Oct
4
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
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
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
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
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
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
4
10:00a
End Date
Oct
4
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Lost Pines Master Naturalist for an adventure on the trails!
Oct
4
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.
Oct
4
10:00a
End Date
Bay Exploration🌊
Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate the wonders of Galveston Bay during National Estuaries Week!
Oct
4
10:00a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Oct
4
11:00a
End Date
Namaste in Nature
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join us for a peaceful morning of gentle yoga and forest bathing.
Oct
4
11:00a
End Date
Oct
4
12:00p
End Date
Oct
4
2:00p
End Date
Oct
4
2:00p
End Date
Oct
4
2:00p
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Colors of the Canyon
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 using art to connect with our natural and cultural history. Stop by to create beautiful artwork that captures the colors of Government Canyon.
Oct
4
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
4
2:30p
End Date
Oct
4
3:00p
End Date
Nocturnal Nibbles
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
What hoots in the dark and swallows its dinner whole?
Oct
4
5:00p
End Date
Oct
4
6:30p
End Date
International Observe the Moon Night
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join the Hill Country Astronomers as we celebrate lunar observation, science, and exploration!
Oct
4
6:30p
End Date
Oct
4
7:00p
End Date
International Observe the Moon Night
Caddo Lake State Park
Join us on this international event to observe, explore, appreciate, and learn more about Earth's constant companion, the MOON!
Oct
4
7:00p
End Date
International Observe the Moon Event
Inks Lake State Park
Join Park Rangers and volunteers as we celebrate International Observe the Moon night!
Oct
4
7:15p
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.
Oct
4
7:30p
End Date
International Observe the Moon Night with the SAAA
Guadalupe River State Park
Come celebrate International Observe the Moon Night with us!
Oct
4
9:00p
End Date
Full Moon Shoreline Walk
Mustang Island State Park
Join a ranger and park volunteers for the unique experience of walking along the water's edge with only the light of the full moon as a guide.
Oct
4
9:00p
End Date
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
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
5
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
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
5
9:00a
End Date
Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
Oct
5
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
5
9:30a
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.
Oct
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.
Oct
5
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Oct
5
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
6
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
7
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
7
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Native Plants
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Oct
8
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.
Oct
8
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
8
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct
8
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Native Plants
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Oct
8
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Native Plants
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Oct
8
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Oct
9
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct
9
10:00a
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.
Oct
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Native Plants
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Oct
9
5:30p
End Date
Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park – Monthly Meeting
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Us – Become a Friend of Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Oct
10
End Date
Annual Texas Pollinator BioBlitz w/iNaturalist
Guadalupe River State Park
Mark your calendars now and come contribute to community science!
Oct
10
End Date
Texas Pollinator BioBlitz (Self-Guided)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Mark your calendar and contribute to a statewide community science project. Observe, document, and share pollinators and nectar-rich plants at Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Oct
10
End Date
TX Pollinator BioBlitz (Self Guided)
Caddo Lake State Park
Join us in this statewide BioBlitz to record as many pollinators as we can for continued conservation efforts!
Oct
10
8:30a
End Date
Oct
10
9:00a
End Date
Oct
10
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
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
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Oct
10
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!
Oct
10
1:30p
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
2:00p
End Date
Oct
11
6:00a
End Date
Lake Somerville Bird Blitz 2025
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek Unit
Grab your binoculars and join us for our first fall migration survey!
Oct
11
6:00a
End Date
Lake Somerville Bird Blitz 2025
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Grab your binoculars and join us for our first fall migration survey!
Oct
11
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
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
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
11
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.
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
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
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
Oct
11
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
11
9:30a
End Date
Stephen F Austin State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
11
9:30a
End Date
2025 Texas Pollinator Bioblitz Nature Walk
Garner State Park
Become a citizen scientist and learn how to record scientific observations using iNaturalist
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
11
10:00a
End Date
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
From Field to Fabric
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Let's have a cotton-picking good time as we learn about cotton in the early 1900s and today!
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
50 Years Through the Ages
Galveston Island State Park
Step Back in Time and Celebrate 50 Years of Galveston Island State Park! 🎉
Oct
11
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.
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Bug Eats Bug - Master Naturalist Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Join a Texas Master Naturalist to find out how it's a bug-eat-bug world out there! Explore the world of tiny predators and tiny prey; how they see and how they slay!
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Oct
11
10:00a
End Date
Oct
11
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
11
12:00p
End Date
Oct
11
12:30p
End Date
Second Saturdays with Steve: Texas Archeology Month
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join us at the Stephen F. Austin State Park Nature Center to learn all about Texas Archeology Month!
Oct
11
1:00p
End Date
FREE: Fall Festival & Native Plant Sale
Lockhart State Park
Join the fun at Lockhart State Park for a celebration of fall, pollinators, and plants! Drop in any time between 1-4pm.
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Reading with the Ranger
Fort Boggy State Park
Stories come alive outdoors—join us for Let’s Go On A Hike! with the Ranger!
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Oct
11
2:00p
End Date
Oct
11
4:00p
End Date
Oct
11
6:30p
End Date
Trail of Terror
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Fear awaits you...are you ready for Stephen F. Austin State Park's haunted trail experience?
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
October Star Party with the Austin Astronomical Society
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Set out your blankets, turn off your phones, and prepare for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Oct
11
7:00p
End Date
Second Saturday Nature Series at Honey Creek State Natural Area *Registration Required*
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Come explore, learn, and connect with nature in this unique setting!
Oct
12
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
12
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Oct
12
8:45a
End Date
Magical Morning Paddle on the Bay 🚣♀️
Galveston Island State Park
Start your day gliding across the calm waters of Galveston Bay—it’s peaceful, scenic, and unforgettable! Registration required!🌊
Oct
12
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Wild Plants Unlimited!
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Texas Master Naturalists Constance Weaver and Stephen Bishop and examine examples of the many uses of native plants by the First Peoples.
Oct
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.
Oct
12
10:00a
End Date
Oct
12
11:30a
End Date
Wild Plants Unlimited Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Texas Master Naturalists Constance Weaver and Stephen Bishop and find examples of the many native plants used by the First Peoples in Enchanted Rock SNA.
Oct
12
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
13
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
14
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
15
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.
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Falcon State Park
Falcon State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
15
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
15
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Oct
15
8:30p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Oct
16
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
16
10:00a
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.
Oct
16
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Oct
17
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
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
17
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Oct
17
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!
Oct
17
1:30p
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
2:00p
End Date
Oct
17
4:00p
End Date
Indian Lodge Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Oct
17
6:30p
End Date
Oct
17
6:30p
End Date
Oct
17
7:30p
End Date
Oct
18
End Date
Historic Campsite Decorating Contest
Inks Lake State Park
Decorate Your Campsite, and Help us Celebrate the Timeless Traditions of Camping
Oct
18
6:00a
End Date
BigTex Backyard Ultra: Last Runner Standing
Stephen F. Austin State Park
The Ultimate Test of Grit—4.17 miles every hour until only one runner remains
Oct
18
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
18
8:30a
End Date
Marfa Bird Club @ DMSP
Davis Mountains State Park
Want to meet other birders in our neck of the woods? Come join this new(ish), local birding club as they explore our great park.
Oct
18
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.
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Conservation Community Fair
Government Canyon State Natural Area
This October is Government Canyon's 20th Anniversary month, and we've invited all our friends to celebrate!
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
18
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
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
9:30a
End Date
Wag in the Park Nature Hike
Garner State Park
Dogs welcome! Bring your dog on a nature hike with a ranger.
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Lake Somerville Fall Festival🍂
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit
Join us for horseback riding, Dutch oven cooking, fishing activities, archery education, water safety, and family-friendly fun.
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
75th Birthday Celebration
Inks Lake State Park
Come join us in celebrating Inks Lake State Park's 75th birthday!
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Horrors of Frontier Medicine
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Get your October started right by diving into the chilling world of 19th-century medicine.
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
TX Pollinator BioBlitz (Ranger Guided)
Caddo Lake State Park
Join us in this statewide BioBlitz to record as many pollinators as we can for continued conservation efforts!
Oct
18
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.
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Buzzing with Life: Pollinators of the Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Buzz on over to Guadalupe River State Park and take part in this year's Texas Pollinator BioBlitz!
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
Oct
18
10:00a
End Date
31st Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
18
11:00a
End Date
Rice Family Log Home Tour
Mission Tejas State Park
Come experience the history of the Rice Family Log Home with the park interpreter!
Oct
18
12:00p
End Date
Oct
18
1:30p
End Date
State Park Spook-Tacular
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join rangers all day and celebrate Halloween!
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
18
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Oct
18
2:30p
End Date
Oct
18
3:00p
End Date
Path of the Bison
Bison seem to keep on the path...
Oct
18
5:00p
End Date
Boo in the Park 2025
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Welcome to our annual "Boo in the Park" celebration! Come out to see the decorated campsites and trick or treat!
Oct
18
5:45p
End Date
Sunset Watercolors🎨
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for an unforgettable evening of nature, art, and beauty!
Oct
18
7:30p
End Date
"Deep in the Heart" film screening
Government Canyon State Natural Area
We're bringing our 20th anniversary celebration to a close with a visually stunning film that highlights what makes Texas unique.
Oct
18
8:00p
End Date
Oct
18
8:00p
End Date
Stargazing by the Shore
Mustang Island State Park
Adventure away from a well-lit world and explore our cosmos through the dark skies of Mustang Island!
Oct
18
9:00p
End Date
Oct
19
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
19
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Oct
19
9:00a
End Date
Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
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
19
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
19
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 newest addition to Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Oct
19
9:30a
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.
Oct
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.
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
Oct
19
10:00a
End Date
31st Annual Hueco Tanks Community Fair
Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site
It's time for our Annual Community Fair! Come on out for a fun weekend full of tours, presentations, demonstrations, rock climbing and much more!
Oct
19
11:00a
End Date
Tracking 101
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Learn about some of the common animals of Central Texas, their prints, and how to track a wounded animal.
Oct
19
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Oct
19
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
20
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
21
End Date
Unplug Texas Day
Guadalupe River State Park
The 2025 Texas Legislature designated Oct. 21 as Unplug Texas Day, a day dedicated to encouraging Texans to disconnect from their electronic devices and reconnect with nature, family, and friends.
Oct
21
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Oct
21
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Spiders
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Oct
22
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.
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Possum Kingdom State Park
Possum Kingdom State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Oct
22
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
22
6:30p
End Date
Orionids Party!
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stargaze with us and see some meteors on the second peak night of the Orionids Meteor Shower!
Oct
22
8:30p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Oct
23
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
23
10:00a
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.
Oct
23
7:30p
End Date
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Oct
24
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
24
9:30a
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.
Oct
24
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!
Oct
24
12:00p
End Date
PARK CLOSED - Youth Deer Hunt
Lake Tawakoni State Park
Lake Tawakoni State Park will be closed to the public (including the boat ramp and all trails) for our Youth Only Deer Hunt beginning at 12PM on October 24, 2025. Only preapproved hunters and staff will be permitted on the park during that time. The park will reopen at 12PM on October 27, 2025.
Oct
24
1:30p
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
24
2:00p
End Date
Oct
24
4:00p
End Date
Oct
24
6:30p
End Date
McKinney Falls Presents: Trunk-or-Treat!
McKinney Falls State Park
Join us for a spooktacular evening at McKinney Falls State Park!
Oct
24
6:30p
End Date
Huntsville State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Houston Area (Registration Open)
Huntsville State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
24
7:00p
End Date
Zombie Survival Hike Game Night
Huntsville State Park
Gather what supplies are left and learn about the essentials to have in the outdoors.
Oct
24
7:30p
End Date
Moth Madness Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Clair and her trusty bug sheet around the campfire for an exploration on the insect offerings of Erock.
Oct
24
7:30p
End Date
Oct
24
8:00p
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
25
8:30a
End Date
Saturday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
25
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.
Oct
25
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
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
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
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
9:30a
End Date
Dinosaur Valley State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | DFW Area (SOLD OUT)
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
25
9:30a
End Date
Blanco State Park | One Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Blanco State Park
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
25
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?
Oct
25
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.
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
Discovery Hour with the Master Naturalists
Blanco State Park
Chat and learn with a Highland Lakes Master Naturalist!
Oct
25
10:00a
End Date
B.A.R.K. Ranger Halloween Hike
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for a howlin’ good time for our B.A.R.K. ranger Halloween hike!
Oct
25
10:30a
End Date
Early Settlers of Honey Creek Area: The Doeppenschmidt and Weidner Families
Join the Friends of GRSP/HCSNA at the Mammen Family Public Library for this unique presentation!
Oct
25
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Oct
25
12:00p
End Date
Creature Features
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Grab your spookiest friends and stop by the different booths highlighting cool animal adaptations on Saturday, October 25th in celebration of Halloween!
Oct
25
12:00p
End Date
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Oct
25
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
25
3:00p
End Date
Oct
25
3:30p
End Date
Inflatable Archery
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Practice shooting a bow and arrow for safe-inflatable archery fun under the guidance of a skilled instructor, participants will learn the art of precision, focus, and discipline.
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Trick-or-Treating
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Get ready for a spook-tacular time at our annual Trick-or-Treat in the Park!
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Candy and Cauldrons Trick-or-Treating
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Enjoy a spooky kooky time at Martin Creek Lake State Park!
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
2nd Annual Halloween in the Park at Lake Whitney State Park
Lake Whitney State Park
2nd Annual Halloween in the Park at Lake Whitney State Park is creeping up! Join us for a night of frightful fun and festive chills on the Horseshoe Loop & Towash Forest trail! Don your costumes and bring your courage—it’s going to be a hauntingly good time!
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Oct
25
5:00p
End Date
Oct
25
5:30p
End Date
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Trail of the Dead
Choke Canyon State Park - Calliham Unit
A family friendly Halloween/Day of the Dead event complete with night hikes, candy, educational booths, crafts, and more!
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Night Hike - Fall Trees and Tall Tales
Mission Tejas State Park
Night Hikes are back! Come to Mission Tejas State Park for an evening hike with park staff and hear tall tales and legends of the people who lived here and the beasts they told stories of.
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Spooky Science Fest: Night of the Living Bugs!
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Celebrate and save our tiny heroes! Come and see how! Bring your friends and family of all ages, in costume if you like, to join what has been 1,000 to 2,000 others for our annual Fall Festival to learn a little science and perhaps to be frightened just the right amount!
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Wildlife Trick or Treat
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a short, wooded hike to visit a series of trail stations where you'll learn about "spooky" wildlife including scorpions, bats, spiders and more. Bring your trick-or-treat gear!
Oct
25
6:00p
End Date
Oct
25
6:15p
End Date
Sounds of the Night
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
Oct
25
6:30p
End Date
Adapted for the Night Hike *RSVP REQUIRED*
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Eyes that shine, ears that hear, join us to explore the wild after dark...if you dare!
Oct
25
7:00p
End Date
BOO-Gill Fishing Event and Haunted Boathouse
Huntsville State Park
Join Fishings Future and Huntsville State Park for an evening of fishing and scary encounters.
Oct
25
7:30p
End Date
Marvel at the Moon
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The last Saturday of the month is for the moon and stars.
Oct
25
7:30p
End Date
Oct
25
8:00p
End Date
Stargazing by the Shore
Mustang Island State Park
Adventure away from a well-lit world and explore our cosmos through the dark skies of Mustang Island!
Oct
25
8:00p
End Date
Let's Celebrate the Moon, Stars and Planets Together!
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing all you can see in the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through these astronomical wonders.
Oct
25
8:30p
End Date
Star Walk
Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks!
Oct
26
8:30a
End Date
Sunday Honey Creek Guided Walk
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience the natural and cultural history of Honey Creek!
Oct
26
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Oct
26
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
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.
Oct
26
10:00a
End Date
Oct
26
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Oct
27
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
28
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
28
6:00p
End Date
Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting
Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Oct
29
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.
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
29
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Oct
29
8:30p
End Date
Miles of Stars
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
Oct
30
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
30
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
This outdoor education program promises a fun time for kids and parents.
Oct
30
10:00a
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.
Oct
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Oct
31
9:00a
End Date
Hawk Watch
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Using keen eyesight, binoculars and spotting scopes, watch in awe and help keep count of the many raptors flying over as they continue their migration.
Oct
31
10:00a
End Date
Oct
31
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!
Oct
31
1:30p
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
31
2:00p
End Date
Oct
31
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Live Updates (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on & listen to the updates on park construction for October!
Oct
31
3:30p
End Date
Create-a-Cryptid Skins and Skulls
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for this special Halloween event to learn about native animals and their features with Ranger Hannah, then turn your imagination on high and create your own Texas cryptid based on our critters!
Oct
31
4:00p
End Date
Indian Lodge Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Oct
31
6:00p
End Date
"Baking" Enchanted Rock- Dutch Oven Brownies and Igneous Rock Formation
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
How did those bumps, cracks, and lumps get there? Join Ranger Hannah and Texas Outdoor Family for a lesson on Dutch Oven Cooking and Geology.
Oct
31
6:30p
End Date
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.
Oct
31
7:00p
End Date
November 2025
Nov
1
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.
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
Nov
1
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
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
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
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
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
1
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
1
10:00a
End Date
Coffee with a Ranger
Bonham State Park
Do you have any questions about the park? Stop by and ask away.
Nov
1
11:30a
End Date
Give a Hoot
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Unlock the secrets of the night and discover why owls reign supreme under the starry sky!
Nov
1
12:00p
End Date
Nov
1
1:00p
End Date
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Archery 101
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come shoot some arrows!
Nov
1
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
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
1
2:15p
End Date
Nov
1
2:30p
End Date
Nov
1
3:30p
End Date
Create-a-Cryptid Skins and Skulls
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join us for this special Halloween event to learn about native animals and their features with Ranger Hannah, then turn your imagination on high and create your own Texas cryptid based on our critters!
Nov
1
6:30p
End Date
November Inks Lake Star Party
Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Nov
1
7:00p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
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
2
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Nov
2
9:00a
End Date
Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
Nov
2
9:30a
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.
Nov
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.
Nov
2
10:00a
End Date
Nov
2
12:30p
End Date
Enchanting Rocks
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Nov
2
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Nov
4
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Soil
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
5
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.
Nov
5
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Soil
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
5
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
5
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Soil
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
5
5:30p
End Date
Beaver Moon Hike
Davis Mountains State Park
Come enjoy the beautiful full moon as it rises over the Davis Mountains. During November it's called the Beaver Moon.
Nov
6
9:00a
End Date
Angler Education Instructor Training Workshop - Abilene State Park
Abilene State Park
Become a TPWD Certified Angler Education Instructor
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Soil
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Nov
6
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
6
10:00a
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.
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
Nov
7
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Nov
7
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!
Nov
7
1:30p
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
7
2:00p
End Date
Nov
8
8:00a
End Date
Bird Outing
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Join the Texas Master Naturalists: Rolling Plains chapter to look for birds
Nov
8
8:00a
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
8
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.
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
8
9:00a
End Date
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Nov
8
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Dino-bility Day!
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Celebrate inclusion, adventure, and the great outdoors at Dino-bility Day - a fun-filled, accessible event for all ages and abilities!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
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
Predators of the Pines - Guided Hike
Buescher State Park
Hit the trails with a Texas Master Naturalist and learn about survival characteristics of the wild!
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Frontier Day
Abilene State Park
Immerse yourself in the wild history of the Texas frontier for a day.
Nov
8
10:00a
End Date
Paul Revere of the Forest - The white-tailed deer
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Nature’s Watchman: Discover the life of the white-tailed deer at Stephen F. Austin State Park.
Nov
8
10:15a
End Date
Colors of the Caprock
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The hues are spectacular in the canyons...
Nov
8
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
8
2:00p
End Date
Nov
8
2:00p
End Date
Nov
9
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Nov
9
9:00a
End Date
Fall Plant Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a hike in search of fall color. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.
Nov
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.
Nov
9
10:00a
End Date
Nov
9
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Nov
11
10:00a
End Date
Fun and Games at the Farm
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Join us to celebrate Armistice Day and the end of the Great War by playing games of the time!
Nov
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.
Nov
12
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
12
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Nov
13
10:00a
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.
Nov
13
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Nov
13
5:30p
End Date
Friends of Stephen F. Austin State Park – Monthly Meeting
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join Us – Become a Friend of Stephen F. Austin State Park!
Nov
14
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Nov
14
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!
Nov
14
1:30p
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
14
2:00p
End Date
Nov
14
4:00p
End Date
Indian Lodge Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
Nov
15
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.
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Living History Day
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
History comes to life at Fort Richardson!
Nov
15
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
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
10:00a
End Date
Nov
15
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
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
11:30a
End Date
Fur, Fat & Seasonal Survival
Stephen F. Austin State Park
From burrows to winter coats, explore the clever ways Texas mammals weather fall and winter.
Nov
15
12:00p
End Date
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Nov
15
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Nov
15
2:30p
End Date
Nov
15
7:00p
End Date
Let's Stargaze in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps, laser pointers and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Nov
15
8:00p
End Date
Nov
15
9:00p
End Date
Nov
16
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Nov
16
9:00a
End Date
Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
Nov
16
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 newest addition to Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Nov
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.
Nov
16
10:00a
End Date
Nov
16
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Nov
18
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Turkeys
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Nov
18
6:00p
End Date
Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting
Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Nov
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.
Nov
19
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
19
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Nov
20
10:00a
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.
Nov
21
9:00a
End Date
Nov
21
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!
Nov
21
1:30p
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
21
2:00p
End Date
Nov
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.
Nov
21
6:30p
End Date
Texas Outdoor Family Outdoor Leadership Training | Bastrop State Park (Application Open Until November 6th)
Bastrop State Park
The Texas Outdoor Family program provides 900+ families with a "Learn to Camp" experience in Texas State Parks each year. Could you help?
Nov
21
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Youth Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) will be closed starting at 8pm on Friday, November 21, 2025 and will reopen 12pm on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Nov
22
8:30a
End Date
Nov
22
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.
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
22
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Make Your Own Yucca Fiber Twine
Government Canyon State Natural Area
For thousands of years, humans have used the fibers within yucca leaves to create cordage for a variety of uses. Stop by and try it yourself!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
Nov
22
10:00a
End Date
Let's Talk Turkey
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Let's talk about everyone's favorite Thanksgiving bird!
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 Hour with the Master Naturalists
Blanco State Park
Chat and learn with a Highland Lakes Master Naturalist!
Nov
22
11:00a
End Date
Nov
22
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Nov
22
12:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Nov
22
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Nov
22
2:30p
End Date
Nov
22
6:30p
End Date
Star Party
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
The stars are calling, maybe your extraterrestrial friend is too!
Nov
22
6:30p
End Date
November Star Party with the Hill Country Astronomers
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Set out your blankets, turn off your phones, and prepare for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Nov
22
6:30p
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.
Nov
22
8:30p
End Date
Star Walk
Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks!
Nov
23
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Nov
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.
Nov
23
10:00a
End Date
Nov
23
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Nov
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.
Nov
26
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
26
10:00a
End Date
Storytime and Craft: Wild Turkeys
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an unforgettable wild turkey story and craft!
Nov
27
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
27
10:00a
End Date
Nov
27
10:00a
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.
Nov
28
End Date
Opt Outside Day at Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Skip the stores and #OptOutside with us!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Hike Off the Turkey
Caddo Lake State Park
After sleeping in, take a leisurely hike through the forest with a ranger to hike off that Thanksgiving meal!
Nov
28
10:00a
End Date
Walk Off the Stuffing
Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Johnson Branch Unit
Join a Ranger as we walk off the stuffing from Thanksgiving.
Nov
28
10:30a
End Date
Nov
28
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!
Nov
28
1:00p
End Date
Hike Off the Leftovers
Caddo Lake State Park
We know you had leftovers for lunch... Now, come hike that off too on a different hiking trail!
Nov
28
1:30p
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
28
2:00p
End Date
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Live Updates (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on & listen to the updates on park construction for November!
Nov
28
6:00p
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.
Nov
28
7:30p
End Date
Moth Madness Campfire Chat
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Clair and her trusty bug sheet around the campfire for an exploration on the insect offerings of Erock.
Nov
29
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.
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Nov
29
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Make Your Own Yucca Fiber Twine
Government Canyon State Natural Area
For thousands of years, humans have used the fibers within yucca leaves to create cordage for a variety of uses. Stop by and try it yourself!
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Deck the Halls
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Learn about making Christmas decorations with natural materials.
Nov
29
10:00a
End Date
Fall Into the Bottomland Forest Hike
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Experience the vibrant beauty of autumn with a guided hike!
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
11:00a
End Date
Frontier Candle Dipping
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Step back in time and experience how frontier families lit their homes, one candle at a time.
Nov
29
12:00p
End Date
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Nov
29
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
Nov
29
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
29
2:30p
End Date
Nov
29
7:00p
End Date
Marvel at the Moon
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The last Saturday of the month is for the moon and stars.
Nov
30
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Nov
30
9:00a
End Date
Prairie on Fire: A Hike of New Growth
Galveston Island State Park
Experience Galveston Island’s wild side in a way few ever have!
Nov
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.
Nov
30
10:00a
End Date
Nov
30
2:00p
End Date
Guided History Tour
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy a guided history tour of Mission Espiritu Santo as you learn about life in and around the mission during the Spanish Colonial Era.
December 2025
Dec
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.
Dec
3
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
4
10:00a
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.
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
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!
Dec
5
1:30p
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
5
2:00p
End Date
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
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.
Dec
6
9:00a
End Date
Dutch Oven Cooking
Daingerfield State Park
Interested in learning to cook in a Dutch oven over a campfire? Daingerfield State Park is the place to be!
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
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
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
6
10:00a
End Date
Trail Mix: Edible Plants - Guided Hike
Bastrop State Park
Join a Lost Pines Master Naturalist for an adventure on the trails!
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
6
10:00a
End Date
Winter Holiday Traditions
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way by hand-crafting items families might have been made on the historic ranches that became Government Canyon.
Dec
6
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
6
12:00p
End Date
Art in the Park: Christmas Cards
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for an early National Christmas Card Day Celebration!
Dec
6
2:00p
End Date
Dec
6
2:00p
End Date
Dec
6
6:00p
End Date
Dec
6
7:00p
End Date
Christmas Campfire Story and S'mores
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, then make s'mores over our campfire.
Dec
7
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec
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.
Dec
9
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Dec
9
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geology
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
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.
Dec
10
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geology
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
10
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
10
2:00p
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geology
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
10
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Class: Geology
Lockhart State Park
Experience Lockhart State Park as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids! Registration required.
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
11
10:00a
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.
Dec
11
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Dec
12
End Date
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Classes at Honey Creek State Natural Area
Honey Creek State Natural Area
Experience Honey Creek State Natural Area as an outdoor classroom in this program for school-age kids!
Dec
12
10:00a
End Date
Homeschool Program at Blanco State Park
Blanco State Park
Join us for a homeschool program in the park!
Dec
12
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!
Dec
12
1:30p
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
12
2:00p
End Date
Dec
12
5:00p
End Date
Dec
12
6:00p
End Date
Dec
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.
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
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
13
9:00a
End Date
Dec
13
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
13
10:00a
End Date
Reading Ranger: Dino Story and Craft
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Bring a blanket and settle in for a festive story read by a ranger, followed by a craft. We'll bring the hot cocoa.
Dec
13
10:00a
End Date
Dec
13
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!
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
13
2:00p
End Date
Christmas Crafts
Lockhart State Park
Paint a nature-inspired salt dough ornament to take home with you! Stop by any time between 2:00pm and 3:30pm.
Dec
13
2:00p
End Date
Dec
13
2:00p
End Date
Dec
13
2:30p
End Date
Dec
13
5:00p
End Date
Twinkle Tour 2025
Lake Tawakoni State Park
🎄✨ Mark your calendars – Twinkle Tour 2025 is lighting up the park on Saturday, December 13, 2025, and we can’t wait to see your campsites sparkle! RESERVATIONS START JUNE 18 AT 10:30AM
Dec
13
5:00p
End Date
Dec
13
5:00p
End Date
Ghost of Christmas Past
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Come glimpse Christmas life of the 1800's
Dec
13
5:30p
End Date
Christmas in the Park
Goose Island State Park
See the park in lights, enjoy holiday activities, and CAMP FOR FREE when you decorate your campsite!
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Christmas Starfest at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
What's better than wishing upon a star? Wishing upon 4,500 stars at once.... and also, Santa at the same time! Join Texas Parks and Wildlife staff for our biggest star party of the year, with telescopes run by experienced Rangers, holiday activities for the kids, a star tour, and an introductory astronomy lesson.
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Dec
13
6:00p
End Date
Dec
14
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec
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.
Dec
16
10:00a
End Date
Preschool in the Park: Birds
Lockhart State Park
Come explore, create, and sing with us as we learn about our amazing environment!
Dec
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.
Dec
17
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
17
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Dec
18
10:00a
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.
Dec
19
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
19
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!
Dec
19
1:00p
End Date
A Crafty Caddo Christmas
Caddo Lake State Park
Deck the halls in our CCC Hall. Join us by the fire for hot chocolate, cookies, and creating your own Christmas tree ornaments. All supplies will be provided!
Dec
19
1:30p
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
19
2:00p
End Date
Dec
19
2:00p
End Date
Dec
20
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
20
8:00a
End Date
Winter Bird Walk
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Search for vesper sparrows, loggerhead shrikes, spotted towhees, and other winter residents in the varied habitats along Lytle's Loop.
Dec
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.
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
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
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
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
Christmas for the Birds
Guadalupe River State Park
Experience a festive feathered celebration this holiday season!
Dec
20
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Dec
20
1:00p
End Date
Santa's Workshop
Pedernales Falls State Park
Help Santa's elves build gifts for all the good birdies!
Dec
20
1:00p
End Date
Dec
20
2:00p
End Date
Dec
20
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Dec
20
3:00p
End Date
Holidays for the Birds
Lockhart State Park
Join the elves in Santa’s workshop by making bird feeders for our feathered friends!
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
Christmas in the Park 2025
Lake Whitney State Park
It's the most Wonderful Time of the year at Lake Whitney State Park. Come stay in the Horseshoe Loop and decorate your campsite to hopefully be voted the best of 2025! The votes will be placed by the visitors that get FREE entry to drive through our park from 6 to 8 pm.
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
Holiday Festival of Lights
Inks Lake State Park
If you're camping with us on Dec. 20th please bring holiday decorations to brighten up your campsite!
Dec
20
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
20
6:30p
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.
Dec
20
8:00p
End Date
Dec
20
9:00p
End Date
Dec
21
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
21
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec
21
9:00a
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
21
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 newest addition to Honey Creek State Natural Area with State Natural Area Superintendent, Gilbert, as your guide!
Dec
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.
Dec
21
5:30p
End Date
56th Annual Tree Lighting
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Enjoy this special tradition started 56 years ago by President and Mrs. Johnson.
Dec
22
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
23
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
24
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
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.
Dec
24
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
25
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
25
10:00a
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.
Dec
26
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
26
10:00a
End Date
Junior Ranger Academy
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.
Dec
26
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!
Dec
26
1:30p
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
26
2:00p
End Date
Dec
27
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
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.
Dec
27
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.
Dec
27
9:00a
End Date
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
27
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
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
Dec
27
2:00p
End Date
Enchanting Junior Ranger Academy
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join Ranger Bex for a fun afternoon of activities and adventure at Enchanted Rock!
Dec
27
2:30p
End Date
Dec
27
6:00p
End Date
Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
28
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
28
8:30a
End Date
Electric Tram Tour
Estero Llano Grande State Park
Join us on a narrated ranger-driven, two-hour tour of the park in a quiet electric tram. Reservations required: (956) 565-3919.
Dec
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.
Dec
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.
Dec
29
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
30
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Dec
31
End Date
Holiday Heritage Trail Hike
Galveston Island State Park
Take a hike on our self-guided Holiday Trail!
Dec
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.
Dec
31
9:00a
End Date
Bison & Longhorn Self-Guided Viewing
San Angelo State Park
Watch Bison and Longhorn graze and meet with park staff!
Dec
31
2:00p
End Date
End of Month Live Updates (Virtual)
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
Log on & listen to the updates on park construction for December! Bonus: Learn what to expect for tomorrow's New Year's Day Hike (edited for clarity).
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
6:45a
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
9:00a
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
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
Jan
1
9:00a
End Date
First Day Hike
Caddo Lake State Park
Join us for the annual nationwide First Day Hike here at Caddo Lake State Park!
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Poetry Hike
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Spend a morning reading and composing poetry in nature while hiking Government Canyon State Natural Area.
Jan
1
9:30a
End Date
First Day Hike: Bluff Spurs
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Celebrate the first day of the new year with an adventure on the Bluff Spurs Trail.
Jan
1
10:00a
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
10:00a
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.
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
2
6:00a
End Date
Christmas Bird Count - Bentsen/Anzalduas
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
Birders of all skill levels are invited to help survey birds in our count circle. Participation is free.
Jan
2
2:00p
End Date
Jan
3
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
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
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
3
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
3
2:00p
End Date
Jan
3
2:00p
End Date
Jan
3
6:00p
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
4
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
8
10:00a
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.
Jan
9
2:00p
End Date
Jan
10
9:00a
End Date
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
10
2:00p
End Date
Jan
10
2:00p
End Date
Jan
10
2:30p
End Date
Jan
12
8:00p
End Date
Public Hunt- Deer
Guadalupe River State Park
Guadalupe River State Park (including the Bauer Unit) will be closed starting at 8pm on Monday, January 12, 2026 and will reopen 12pm on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Jan
13
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jan
14
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Jan
15
10:00a
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.
Jan
16
2:00p
End Date
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
10:00a
End Date
Explore Bowhunting
Goose Island State Park
Join us for a hands-on workshop that will get you ready to go out and harvest your first deer with a bow.
Jan
17
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
17
2:00p
End Date
Jan
17
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jan
17
9:00p
End Date
Jan
18
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
21
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Jan
22
10:00a
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.
Jan
23
2:00p
End Date
Jan
24
8:30a
End Date
Jan
24
9:00a
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.
Jan
24
2:00p
End Date
Jan
24
2:30p
End Date
Jan
24
7:00p
End Date
Explore the Night Sky
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a tour of the winter night sky with an amateur astronomer.
Jan
27
6:00p
End Date
Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting
Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Jan
29
10:00a
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.
Jan
30
2:00p
End Date
Jan
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Jan
31
11:15a
End Date
CCC Trail Hike
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join a ranger to learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps in our park!
Jan
31
2:00p
End Date
February 2026
Feb
5
10:00a
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.
Feb
6
2:00p
End Date
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
7
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.
Feb
7
2:00p
End Date
Feb
7
2:00p
End Date
Feb
7
2:30p
End Date
Feb
10
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Feb
11
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Feb
12
10:00a
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.
Feb
13
2:00p
End Date
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
14
2:00p
End Date
Feb
14
2:00p
End Date
Feb
18
10:30a
End Date
Reading Ranger
Buescher State Park
Join Ranger Madalyn at the Smithville Public Library for themed book readings and a craft! All ages welcome!
Feb
19
10:00a
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.
Feb
20
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
Feb
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Feb
21
2:30p
End Date
Feb
21
9:00p
End Date
Feb
24
6:00p
End Date
Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting
Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Feb
26
10:00a
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.
Feb
27
2:00p
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.
Feb
28
2:00p
End Date
March 2026
Mar
5
10:00a
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.
Mar
6
2:00p
End Date
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
7
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.
Mar
7
2:00p
End Date
Mar
7
2:00p
End Date
Mar
7
2:30p
End Date
Mar
10
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Mar
11
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Mar
12
10:00a
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.
Mar
13
2:00p
End Date
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
14
10:00a
End Date
Caddo Adventure Day (Day 3 - Main Event)
Caddo Lake State Park
Choose your adventure at our 3rd annual Caddo Adventure Day! Participate in archery, fishing, paddling, hiking, learning, and more, throughout multiple days, all inside our beautiful park!
Mar
14
2:00p
End Date
Mar
14
2:00p
End Date
Mar
19
10:00a
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.
Mar
20
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
Mar
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Mar
21
2:30p
End Date
Mar
21
9:00p
End Date
Mar
24
6:00p
End Date
Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting
Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Mar
26
10:00a
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.
Mar
27
2:00p
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.
Mar
28
2:00p
End Date
Mar
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
April 2026
Apr
2
10:00a
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.
Apr
3
2:00p
End Date
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
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.
Apr
4
2:00p
End Date
Apr
4
2:00p
End Date
Apr
4
2:30p
End Date
Apr
8
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Apr
9
10:00a
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.
Apr
10
2:00p
End Date
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
11
2:00p
End Date
Apr
11
2:00p
End Date
Apr
14
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Apr
16
10:00a
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.
Apr
17
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
Apr
18
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Apr
18
2:30p
End Date
Apr
18
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
18
9:00p
End Date
Apr
23
10:00a
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.
Apr
24
2:00p
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.
Apr
25
2:00p
End Date
Apr
28
6:00p
End Date
Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting
Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
Apr
30
10:00a
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.
May 2026
May
1
2:00p
End Date
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
2
2:00p
End Date
May
2
2:00p
End Date
May
2
2:30p
End Date
May
8
2:00p
End Date
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
9
2:00p
End Date
May
9
2:00p
End Date
May
12
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
May
13
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
May
15
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
May
16
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
May
16
2:30p
End Date
May
16
9:00p
End Date
May
22
2:00p
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.
May
23
2:00p
End Date
May
26
6:00p
End Date
Friends of Abilene State Park Meeting
Abilene, TX - Abilene Public Library - South Branch
The Friends of Abilene State Park is a group of interested citizens that actively support the park.
May
29
2:00p
End Date
May
30
2:00p
End Date
May
30
2:30p
End Date
May
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
June 2026
Jun
5
2:00p
End Date
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
6
2:00p
End Date
Jun
6
2:00p
End Date
Jun
9
10:00a
End Date
Nature's Classroom - Home School Program
Davis Mountains State Park
This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
Jun
10
4:00p
End Date
Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join a ranger at the historic Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg for a nature-oriented story time!
Jun
12
2:00p
End Date
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
13
2:00p
End Date
Jun
13
2:00p
End Date
Jun
13
2:30p
End Date
Jun
19
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
Jun
20
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jun
20
9:00p
End Date
Jun
26
2:00p
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.
Jun
27
2:00p
End Date
Jun
27
2:30p
End Date
July 2026
Jul
3
2:00p
End Date
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
4
2:00p
End Date
Jul
4
2:00p
End Date
Jul
10
2:00p
End Date
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
11
2:00p
End Date
Jul
11
2:00p
End Date
Jul
11
2:30p
End Date
Jul
17
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
Jul
18
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jul
18
9:00p
End Date
Jul
24
2:00p
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.
Jul
25
2:00p
End Date
Jul
25
2:30p
End Date
Jul
31
End Date
Park Host Virtual Information Session
Inks Lake State Park
Learn what it means to be a park host and how you can begin your hosting adventures with us!
Jul
31
2:00p
End Date
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
1
2:00p
End Date
Aug
1
2:00p
End Date
Aug
7
2:00p
End Date
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
8
2:00p
End Date
Aug
8
2:00p
End Date
Aug
8
2:30p
End Date
Aug
14
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
Aug
15
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Aug
15
9:00p
End Date
Aug
21
2:00p
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.
Aug
22
2:00p
End Date
Aug
22
2:30p
End Date
Aug
28
2:00p
End Date
Aug
29
2:00p
End Date
September 2026
Sep
4
2:00p
End Date
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
5
2:00p
End Date
Sep
5
2:00p
End Date
Sep
5
2:30p
End Date
Sep
11
2:00p
End Date
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
12
2:00p
End Date
Sep
12
2:00p
End Date
Sep
18
2:00p
End Date
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
2:00p
End Date
Sep
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Sep
19
2:30p
End Date
Sep
19
9:00p
End Date
Sep
25
2:00p
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.
Sep
26
2:00p
End Date
October 2026
Oct
2
2:00p
End Date
Oct
3
2:00p
End Date
Oct
3
2:00p
End Date
Oct
3
2:30p
End Date
Oct
9
2:00p
End Date
Oct
10
2:00p
End Date
Oct
10
2:00p
End Date
Oct
16
2:00p
End Date
Oct
17
2:00p
End Date
Oct
17
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Oct
17
2:30p
End Date
Oct
23
2:00p
End Date
Oct
24
2:00p
End Date
Oct
30
2:00p
End Date
Oct
31
2:00p
End Date
Oct
31
2:30p
End Date
November 2026
Nov
6
2:00p
End Date
Nov
7
2:00p
End Date
Nov
7
2:00p
End Date
Nov
13
2:00p
End Date
Nov
14
2:00p
End Date
Nov
14
2:00p
End Date
Nov
14
2:30p
End Date
Nov
20
2:00p
End Date
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Nov
21
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Nov
27
2:00p
End Date
Nov
28
2:00p
End Date
Nov
28
2:30p
End Date
December 2026
Dec
4
2:00p
End Date
Dec
5
2:00p
End Date
Dec
5
2:00p
End Date
Dec
11
2:00p
End Date
Dec
12
2:00p
End Date
Dec
12
2:00p
End Date
Dec
12
2:30p
End Date
Dec
18
2:00p
End Date
Dec
19
2:00p
End Date
Dec
19
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Dec
25
2:00p
End Date
Dec
26
2:00p
End Date
Dec
26
2:30p
End Date
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 2027
Jan
2
2:00p
End Date
Jan
9
2:00p
End Date
Jan
9
2:30p
End Date
Jan
16
2:00p
End Date
Nature Journaling
Abilene State Park
Learn to connect deeper with nature and to sharpen your perceptions!
Jan
23
8:30a
End Date
Jan
23
2:30p
End Date
February 2027
Feb
6
2:30p
End Date
Feb
20
2:30p
End Date
March 2027
Mar
6
2:30p
End Date
Mar
20
2:30p
End Date
April 2027
Apr
3
2:30p
End Date
Apr
17
2:30p
End Date
May 2027
May
1
2:30p
End Date
May
15
2:30p
End Date
May
29
2:30p
End Date
June 2027
Jun
12
2:30p
End Date
Jun
26
2:30p
End Date
July 2027
Jul
10
2:30p
End Date
Jul
24
2:30p
End Date
August 2027
Aug
7
2:30p
End Date
Aug
21
2:30p
End Date
September 2027
Sep
4
2:30p
End Date
Sep
18
2:30p
End Date
October 2027
Oct
2
2:30p
End Date
Oct
16
2:30p
End Date
Oct
30
2:30p
End Date
November 2027
Nov
13
2:30p
End Date
Nov
27
2:30p
End Date
December 2027
Dec
11
2:30p
End Date
Dec
25
2:30p
End Date
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 2028
Jan
8
2:30p
End Date
Jan
22
8:30a
End Date
Jan
22
2:30p
End Date
February 2028
Feb
5
2:30p
End Date
Feb
19
2:30p
End Date
March 2028
Mar
4
2:30p
End Date
Mar
18
2:30p
End Date
April 2028
Apr
1
2:30p
End Date
Apr
15
2:30p
End Date
Apr
29
2:30p
End Date
May 2028
May
13
2:30p
End Date
May
27
2:30p
End Date
June 2028
Jun
10
2:30p
End Date
Jun
24
2:30p
End Date
July 2028
Jul
8
2:30p
End Date
Jul
22
2:30p
End Date
August 2028
Aug
5
2:30p
End Date
Aug
19
2:30p
End Date
September 2028
Sep
2
2:30p
End Date
Sep
16
2:30p
End Date
Sep
30
2:30p
End Date
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?
January 2029
Jan
27
8:30a
End Date
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?
January 2030
Jan
26
8:30a
End Date