CANCELLED 5/23: Unfortunately, heavy rain on Saturday impacting already saturated soil makes it unlikely trails will open by Monday morning.

Search for summer tanagers, painted buntings, golden-cheeked warblers, and other summer specialties along Government Canyon's Backcountry Trails.

Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.

Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.

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!

Slow down and deepen your experience of the natural world with mindful observations.

Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA

On this date, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which was written using ink made from oak galls. What's a gall? Stop by and find out!

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!

Go “shopping” for wildlife habitat with a ranger at Government Canyon State Natural Area.

Explore the trails at Government Canyon with a ranger and earn your Junior Ranger badge.

Want to spend more time in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, but unsure how to begin? Hiking is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the outdoors and provides a great source of relaxation and physical fitness.

Start your kids out on the right foot enjoying the outdoors! Join dedicated volunteers on a FUN and easy family-friendly walk.

Bring a blanket or portable chairs for an evening of star gazing and planet-watching.

Glow-in-the-dark scorpions, mysterious moths, and more...this night walk is just for invertebrate enthusiasts.

Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.

Wildlife habitat isn't just in our parks. Your own yard can provide a place of refuge for butterflies, birds, and other wildlife...as well as yourself.

Join us as we walk to break the stigma around mental health and support veterans and families impacted by the unseen wounds of service.

Join dedicated volunteers for an informative and FUN hike at Government Canyon SNA

Learn the history of Government Canyon’s trailblazing women and hear stories about the positive impacts they made on the canyon.

Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.

Come out to Government Canyon State Natural Area and celebrate our military members with a Veterans Day Hike!

Take a plant walk to discover the diverse native wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of Bexar County.

Take a walk with knowledgeable volunteers to explore the historical and present-day symbiotic relationship between native plants, animals and people in the Government Canyon area.