Event · STEM & discovery

Trek to the Dino Tracks at Government Canyon

When

Sat, Oct 31 · 9:00 AM–12:30 PM

Where

Government Canyon State Natural Area12861 Galm Rd, San Antonio, TX 78254Open in Google Maps ↗

Ages

Open to ages 10 and up; minors must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian

Cost

Activity free; Natural Area entrance fees apply (Adult $6 daily, child 12 years and under free)

Organizer

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department – Government Canyon State Natural Area

Upcoming dates: Sat, Oct 31 · Sat, Nov 21

A ranger leads a 5-mile round-trip hike to the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon, left 100 million years ago by a sauropod and a theropod on a muddy beach that is now rock. Along the way the ranger explains what scientists know about the tracks. The hike is open to ages 10 and up with a parent or guardian, and it is not easy: very rough, rocky ground with elevation gain and loss. It leaves promptly at 9 am from the Rainwater Tower outside the Visitor Center and is limited to the first 15 people who check in; no pre-registration. Bring at least 2 liters of water per person and a snack. No pets.