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Nov 1
Join a ranger or volunteer for a morning hike on Enchanted Rock's most popular trail. Come see why the most popular trail brings in crowds from around the world. Rangers and/or volunteers will lead a guided hike to the top of Enchanted Rock on our 0.8-mile Summit Trail. This challenging trail climbs 425 feet in elevation and features many unique geologic features, as well as beautiful panoramic views of the park and surrounding Llano Uplift. Meet at the gazebo at the Summit Trailhead. Be sure to bring hiking boots or shoes with good tread, water, binoculars and sunscreen.
All programs are subject to cancellation due to weather or emergency. In the case of rainfall or wet conditions on the granite, Summit Trail will close, and the guided Summit Hike will be cancelled.
Nov 2
Join a ranger for a short hike out to Frog Pond and explore some of the aquatic life at Enchanted Rock. Bring your hiking boots, sun protection, and sense of curiosity for this Sunday morning exploration of Frog Pond. Sights include native birds, frogs, snakes, and insects who call the aquatic part of the park home. If you'd like to picnic by the pond afterwards, pack a lunch and some hand sanitizer.
Nov 8
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.
This 1.0-mile hike around the lower parts of Enchanted Rock will introduce visitors to the geology of the area and show you the world through the eyes of a geologist.
Meet: Gazebo at the base of Summit Trail
Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Purchase day passes online ahead of time to guarantee entry.
Registration: Email Hannah Pickens ahead of time to reserve your spot.
Nov 8
Stop by our gazebo and learn about the geology, rocks, and minerals that make this park so ENCHANTING!
Rangers or volunteers will be answering questions, displaying samples, and sharing explanations about the geologic forces that produced our resident exfoliation domes. Come learn about granite, schist, gneiss, and more!
Meet: Gazebo at the Summit Trailhead.
Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Day passes can be purchased ahead of time on our website.
Nov 9
What’s that in the distance? Learn how to use binoculars to find objects near and far with Ranger Hannah.
Meet: Gazebo at the base of Summit Trail
Bring: Binoculars, water, sun protection and bird guides. Some binoculars will be provided by park staff.
Cost: Free with park admission. Admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Day passes may be purchased in advance on our website.
Registration: No advance registration is required.
Nov 9
Learn about some of the common animals of Central Texas, their prints, and how to track a wounded animal at our new northern addition.
Meet: Campground shower building
Bring: Long pants, long-sleeved shirt, binoculars, water, sun protection, layers, bug spray
Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Day passes can be purchased ahead of time on our website.
Nov 13
Join a ranger for a 2.0-mile guided hike at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area’s newly acquired southern property.
This hike will take visitors on a moderate 2.0-mile hike showcasing the natural beauty of the Enchanted Rock area, including vernal pools, native plants and animals, rolling grasses, and oak savanna. Hikers should expect and come prepared for off-trail hiking. Advance registration is required for this hike, and attendance will be capped at 25 visitors.
Bring: Water, long pants, good hiking shoes, layers
Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Purchase day passes online ahead of time to guarantee entry.
Registration: Email Hannah Pickens ahead of time to reserve your spot. Please note: REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT. THE LAST DAY TO EMAIL AND REGISTER YOUR PARTY FOR THIS EVENT IS THE MONDAY PRIOR TO THE HIKE.
Nov 20
Join a ranger for a first glimpse at the newest1.6-mile guided hike addition to Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, to the north of the main park.
Advance registration is required for this hike, and attendance will be capped at 25 visitors.
Bring: Water, good hiking shoes, sun protection
Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Purchase day passes online ahead of time to guarantee entry.
Registration: Email Hannah Pickens ahead of time to reserve your spot.
Nov 21
Sit around the campfire and learn about the geologic and human history of our State Natural Area.
Warm your hands by the fire while Ranger Hannah and volunteer Mark weave the tale of Enchanted Rock, starting from the very top.
Meet: Main campground behind the shower building.
Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Day passes can be purchased ahead of time on our website.
Registration: Email Hannah Pickens ahead of time to reserve your spot. This program will be capped at 20 day-use guests. Campers need not make a reservation.
Nov 22
Take part in our Junior Ranger Academy and learn how to protect the outdoors, leave no trace and hike like a park ranger — all while earning the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area Junior Ranger badge.
Meet: Day-use tables at the Interpretive Loop Trail
Bring: Water, sun protection and closed-toed shoes. Junior Ranger books and badges will be provided by park staff.
Cost: Free with park admission. Admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Day passes may be purchased in advance on our website.
Registration: No advance registration is required.
Nov 22
Set out your blankets, turn off your phones and get ready for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Join the Hill Country Astronomers for a tour through space. Multiple telescopes will be set up in Parking Lot 1 for viewing stars, clusters, galaxies and more. Note: This is not a night hike. Star parties are stationary programs.
As an International Dark Sky Park, Enchanted Rock boasts some of the darkest skies in this region of Texas — which means the stars at night truly are big and bright deep in the heart of Texas.
Meet: Park in Lot 2 (Summit Trail parking) and hike over the low-water crossing to Parking Lot 1. Let us know if you need special accommodations.
Bring:
Your imagination
Lawn chair (optional)
Weather-appropriate clothing
Flashlight (preferably with a red lens for the walk back to your vehicle or campsite)
Binoculars
Telescopes (arrive around 6 p.m. to set up while there is still light)
Please avoid white flashlights or cell phone use during the Star Party. It can take 20–30 minutes for eyes to adjust from bright light to darkness. Red-tinted lights are permitted.
Cost: Free with park admission. Admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Day passes may be purchased in advance on our website.
Registration: Reserve a spot on our Formsite to receive updates on cancellations or cloud cover.
All programs are weather dependent.
If you arrive before or after office hours, please use the self-pay station or kiosk at the office to obtain your park entrance permit.
Nov 23
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.
This 1.0-mile hike around the lower parts of Enchanted Rock will introduce visitors to the geology of the area and show you the world through the eyes of a geologist.
Meet: Gazebo at the base of Summit Trail
Cost: Free with park admission. Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. Purchase day passes online ahead of time to guarantee entry.
Registration: Email Hannah Pickens ahead of time to reserve your spot.
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