Government Canyon State Natural Area (San Antonio)

Government Canyon State Natural Area in San Antonio: best for ages 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Day-use entrance: $6 per person age 13+; children 12 & under FREE; Texas State Parks Pass waives entrance for pass holder and vehicle occupants.

Address12861 Galm Road, San Antonio, TX 78254

HoursGates open 7 days a week (TPWD facility map): Friday-Monday 7:00am-10:00pm; Tuesday-Thursday 7:00am-8:00pm. Visitor Center 8:30am-4:30pm

PricesDay-use entrance: $6 per person age 13+; children 12 & under FREE; Texas State Parks Pass waives entrance for pass holder and vehicle occupants

Price notesOlder TPWD materials listed Fri-Mon public access only; the current TPWD facility map and reservation system show 7-day gate hours — verify at tpwd.texas.gov before visiting. Trails close in wet weather; capacity limits apply.

Age notesTPWD entry tiers: ages 13+ pay, 12 & under free. 40+ miles of trails; no TPWD recommended-age guidance — Not confirmed. Trails close when wet.

BookingAdvance day-pass reservations recommended (TPWD); park can reach capacity.

Suggested timeAbout 4.0 hours

AccessibilityNot confirmed — rugged natural-area trails; check TPWD accessibility information.

ParkingOn-site parking lots included with entry.

Tickets & bookingDay passes can be reserved up to 1 month ahead; the area frequently fills to capacity, and TPWD recommends purchasing in advance and printing the pass (official TPWD pages).

AccessibilityADA accommodation requests must be made at least 30 days in advance via the TPWD form or [email protected] (official TPWD pages). Most trails are rough, rocky topography with elevation changes.

Seasonal notesThe Protected Habitat Area is open only September-February; its guided hikes are restricted to ages 14+ and run 12-13 miles (official TPWD pages).

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Government Canyon State Natural Area — San Antonio, Texas

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