Inks Lake State Park

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Events

October 2026

Oct 10
10:00a
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Explore Bowhunting!

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for Archery in the Park, Camo Hide and Seek, a Quartering Demonstration, and so much more
Oct 10
12:30p
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Tracking 101

Inks Lake State Park
Learn about some of the common animals of Central Texas, their scat and prints, and how to track a wounded animal.
Oct 10
1:00p
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TPWD Hunter Education Certification Course *Advanced Registration is Required

Inks Lake State Park
Join us after our Explore Bowhunting event and earn your Texas Hunter Education Certification
Oct 17
7:00p
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Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Oct 18
10:00a
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*At Capacity, Registration is Closed-Guided Kayak Tour

Inks Lake State Park
Join park Rangers and volunteers on a kayak trip to the Devil's Waterhole
Oct 24
2:00p
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Skins and Skulls

Inks Lake State Park
Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!
Oct 25
9:00a
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Hike to the Valley Spring Creek Waterfall

Inks Lake State Park
Join a ranger on a hike along the Valley Spring Creek Trail!
Oct 31
10:00a
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Fishing with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park volunteer and learn the basics of fishing!
Oct 31
12:00p
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Texas Rocks!

Inks Lake State Park
Join a Geologist and learn about the cool rocks of central Texas
Oct 31
6:00p
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Creatures of the Night

Inks Lake State Park
Join us for a fun hike as we learn about some of our favorite nocturnal creatures!
Oct 31
8:00p
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Moth Madness

Inks Lake State Park
Join Ranger Sam for an evening of Mothing and learn how these awesome insects are an essential part of nature.

November 2026

Nov 26
9:00a
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Walk Before you Waddle

Inks Lake State Park
Get your steps before the stuffing!
Nov 28
10:00a
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Fishing with a Ranger

Inks Lake State Park
Join a park volunteer and learn the basics of fishing!
Nov 28
12:00p
End Date

Texas Rocks

Inks Lake State Park
Join a Geologist and learn about the cool rocks of central Texas
Nov 28
1:00p
End Date

Art in the Park

Inks Lake State Park
Join park volunteers and create your very own fun, nature theme artwork
Nov 28
2:00p
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Air Rifle Basics

Inks Lake State Park
Test your aim on our air rifle range

December 2026

Dec 12
5:30p
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Star Party

Inks Lake State Park
Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!
Dec 19
6:00p
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Holiday Festival of Lights

Inks Lake State Park
If you're camping with us on Dec. 19th, please bring holiday decorations to brighten up your campsite!
Dec 31
11:00p
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First Day Midnight Hike *Registration Required*

Inks Lake State Park
Start 2027 with a midnight hike and ring in the New Year with us!

January 2027

Jan 1
10:00a
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First Day Hike

Inks Lake State Park
Hit the trail with us as we celebrate a new year