Government Canyon State Natural Area

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Directions

From the intersection of Loop 1604 and Culebra Road (also known as FM 471 - back road to Castroville), travel west 3.5 miles to Galm Road. Turn north (right) on Galm and travel 1.6 miles; gate with signs on the left.

Park Address:
12861 Galm Rd
San Antonio, TX 78254

The Park HQ is located at:
Latitude: 29.549316
Longitude: -98.764715

Current conditions can vary from day to day. For more details, contact the park.

Learn more about park trails on the Trails Information page.

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Trails Updates

All Trails are OPEN except for the Protected Habitat Area.

GCSNA is open 7 a.m.-10 p.m.
Friday-Monday.
Closed Tuesday-Thursday.

12861 Galm Rd
San Antonio, TX 78254

Latitude: 29.549316

Longitude: -98.764715

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(210) 688-9055

GovernmentCanyonSNA@tpwd.texas.gov

Make reservations online

Reserve by phone: (512) 389-8900

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Entrance Fees

Adult: $6 Daily
Child 12 Years and Under: Free

Hours

Open Friday through Monday,
7 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Closed Tuesday through Thursday.

We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center before you visit.

On major holidays and spring break, Government Canyon may open for additional dates for day use. Visit our Holiday Schedule page for details.

The Protected Habitat Area trails are open annually September through February. All other trails are open all year. All pets and domesticated animals are restricted to the front country trails. Trails may be closed due to poor conditions or weather.

Closure information
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