Enchanted Rock State Natural Area - Texas Parks and Wildlife

09/04/2026

**UPDATE: All trails are open.

We are getting some rain up here at ERock so we are closing down our elevated trails (Summit, Echo Canyon & Turkey Pass) due to them now being a slipping hazard. We will reassess in the morning and will upate this post when trails reopen. Just a reminder that the Loop and Interpretive Loop trails never close regardless of the weather. Have a great evening! 🙂

08/25/2026

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08/22/2026

This also, unfortunately, happens fairly regularly here at Enchanted Rock.

🥵Heat exhaustion is a very real thing and we are constantly sharing with our visitors the importance of drinking plenty of water and not pushing yourself too far. We wanted to take the opportunity to remind everyone of this and to please leave your pets at home until days start to cool off.

08/21/2026

🔥Effective 21 Aug 2026, both Gillespie and Llano counties are now in a burn ban, therefore the entirety of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is also in a burn ban. So, no open campfires at our firerings or grills. Propane stoves and such are still allowed. We will update this post whenever the burn ban is lifted. 🔥

08/12/2026

Our park store will be closed for our annual inventory from 17-19 August 2026. The park itself will have normal hours of 6:30am-10pm. Because HQ will be closed, you will need to make online reservations ahead of time at: texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com, or use our self-pay station just outside the front door of HQ. If you are using that, you will need to bring cash with you. It is $8 per person to enter the park, 12 years and younger are free. Thank you for your understanding! 🙂

08/07/2026

08/06/2026

Even the lizards are finding cooler places to be than Enchanted Rock right now! Check out our tips on heat safety and hiking in Central Texas, and keep an eye out for our native Crevice Spiny Lizards the next time you’re in the park. PS- interested in reptiles? Ranger Hannah has a herpetology hike tomorrow morning with plenty of room left for interested visitors! 👀 🦎

08/01/2026

The only thing hotter than Enchanted Rock in August are its PARK PROGRAMS 🔥! Come out and see us for lizard hikes, night programs, safety talks and more!
Edit: Reading with a Ranger is cancelled for this month to account for back to school and scheduling transitions.

07/31/2026

Happy World Ranger Day from our Ranger family to yours! Here at Enchanted Rock, our staff do all sorts of work to keep the park clean, safe, and natural for our visitors!

Whether we are cleaning bathrooms, leading hikes, chainsawing hazard trees, checking in visitors, or filling out paperwork, all parts of this team fulfill unique niches- perfect for keeping our work ecosystem balanced.

Enjoy these bluebonnet pictures from earlier this year! Staff not pictured but still loved and appreciated: Kristy, Ben, Hayle, Rowdy, Sarah Hope, Jeremiah, and Doug.

07/22/2026

Picture taken at 3pm on 22 July 2026

🚧Staying Safe on the Trail: The Hidden Dangers of Heat🚧

As temperatures soar, hitting the trails requires more than just water and a sense of adventure. Extreme heat introduces serious, life-threatening risks that every hiker needs to respect!

Essential Safety Practices
🌅 Start Early: Begin your hike at dawn to beat the peak heat of the afternoon.
🚰Pack Extra Water & Electrolytes: Bring significantly more water than you think you need and include electrolyte replacements.
⛔Know Your Limits: Turn back at the first sign of dizziness, heavy fatigue, or confusion. No summit is worth your life.
🌡Check the Forecast: Monitor weather warnings and trail conditions before you leave and let someone know your exact route and expected return time.
🐕Leave your pets at home until this Fall!

Remember: Enchanted Rock will always be there tomorrow. Prioritize your safety and know when to call it a day. 🏁