Spring Has Sprung!

Take a hike in search of spring's best colors. Learn to identify local wildflowers, and take photos if you wish.

The hike is approximately 1.5-2 miles round trip over sections of moderately rough terrain with frequent stops to identify flowers.

Open to ages 8 and over; minors must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. No pets please.

This is a public program intended for individuals or families. If you would like to bring a group for a program at Government Canyon, please contact the Park Interpreter at [email protected] to schedule at a different time.

Registration is required for this hike. Sorry, no group registrations. 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.

To save time at the Fee Booth on crowded days and ensure entrance, please pre-purchase and PRINT OUT a Day Pass . SPECIAL NOTE: Reserving a Day Pass is NOT the same as making a program reservation.

This program is weather-dependent and subject to cancellation. Check trail conditions by calling GCSNA's main office at (210) 688-9055, or go to GCSNA’s website, Instagram, or Facebook page.

Meet at the Visitor Center. Please be in place and ready to go no later than 8:45 am.

Dress for time spent outdoors. Comfortable shoes, bug spray and a hat are recommended. Bring at least one bottle of water per person and a snack.

Accessibility:

This hike may include some elevation gain and loss over rough, rocky topography.

If ADA assistance is required, please request modifications using this form, or email [email protected] at least 2 weeks in advance.

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