Skins and Skulls

Come discover some of the amazing creatures found here at the park and have a chance to interact with real skins and skulls!

Beauty after the burn

Join a ranger and volunteers to discover how our landscape has recovered after a wildfire.

Inks Lake State Park | Two Night Event | Texas Outdoor Family | Austin Area (Registration Open)

Join us for a fun-filled weekend and discover the joys of camping in your Texas State Parks.

Birding with Friends

Discover the birds that visit Inks Lake State Park!

Guided Hike with a Ranger

Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole!

*Cancelled due to burn ban*-Campfire Basics

Learn the ins and outs of a perfect campfire

*At Capacity, Registration is Closed - Kayak Through Time

Come kayak with us, and learn about the history and geology of Inks Lake State Park

Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike

Join us on an easy ruck or hike as we partner with Burnet VFW Post 6974 to raise awareness for a good cause.

Fishing with a Ranger

Join a park volunteer and learn the basics of fishing!

September Inks Lake Star Party

Join the Austin Astronomical Society and use their equipment for some amazing stargazing!

*AT CAPACITY REGISTRATION IS CLOSED* Boats and Brushes-Art on the Water

Enjoy a kayak trip combined with a fun art activity

International Observe the Moon Event

Join Park Rangers and volunteers as we celebrate International Observe the Moon night!

Explore Bowhunting!

Join us for Archery in the Park

Guided Hike with a Ranger

Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole!

Historic Campsite Decorating Contest

Decorate Your Campsite, and Help us Celebrate the Timeless Traditions of Camping

75th Birthday Celebration

Come join us in celebrating Inks Lake State Park's 75th birthday!

Guided Hike with a Ranger

Join a ranger on a hike to the Devil's Waterhole!

Backyard Bass

Learn the fundamentals of fishing and perfect your cast with a game of Backyard Bass

Find Your Way at Inks Lake!

Join us for a hands-on Map & Compass Navigation Course

Creatures of the Night

Join us for a fun hike as we learn about some of our favorite nocturnal creatures!