Last hike of the season!! (Rescheduled from May 23rd) We'll be scheduling more in the fall so stay tuned.

Have you ever wanted to take a peek behind the curtains of Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge? Most of the refuge is closed to the public to allow for restoration and habitat management but now you can see closed parts of the refuge though our new Guided Hike series!  

Join an experienced guided hike leader on a walk through time on the Martin tract of Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about how the refuge has changed over time and the conservation work done today to enhance habitats for native Texas Hill Country plants and wildlife. 

This 2.8 mile hike will be along a 2-track road that has 377 feet of elevation gains. The loose rocks combined with short steep slopes make this mostly unshaded trail a moderately difficult 2.5 hour hike. 

Registration is required. Total hike participants is limited due to COVID-19 guidelines. Masks are required on all federal lands when 6 feet of social distancing cannot be maintained. 

Please note that restrooms and drinking water are not available at this hike location.