Release your inner coyote and come howl at the moon over the canyon!

Join knowledgeable guides on a 3 mile hike and experience a full moon.

Who is Invited

Open to ages 10 and over; minors must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. Registration/reservations required! No pets, please.

Registration, Fees, Day Pass & Cancellation

Registration is required for this hike and limited to the first 12 that register. Registration opens on Saturday, two weeks prior to the event, and closes at noon, the Thursday before the event. Though the hike is free, entrance fees to the Natural Area apply. The Natural Area can be very busy! To ensure entrance and save time at the Fee Booth please pre-purchase and PRINT OUT a Day Pass.

SPECIAL NOTE: Reserving a Day Pass is NOT the same as making a reservation for the hike.

IMPORTANT INFO: This is an after-hours hike. If you DO NOT reserve a Day Pass in advance, be sure to self-register as you enter the Natural Area. Instructions are posted to the right of the Fee Booth. You will need correct change: $6 per adult (13 years or older), or enter your annual Texas State Parks pass number on the appropriate line of the self-pay envelope. Credit cards are NOT accepted when self-paying.

This hike is subject to cancellation. Check trail conditions by going to the GCSNA twitter feed or the Government Canyon State Natural Area Facebook page.

When & Where to Meet

Arrive no later than 7:45PM.  Meet at the Visitors Center near the rainwater harvesting tower. The hike starts promptly at 8:00PM. If you are late you’ll miss out!

What to Wear & Bring

Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes. Bring a flashlight, at least a quart of water and a snack if you like.

Details

Participants should be able to hike approximately 3 miles round trip over rugged but beautiful trails with some elevation changes.