Explore our gardens and trails and discover the plants and animals that make the south Texas floodplain forest so unique. We will travel on foot, so make sure to bring drinking water, insect repellent and a hat.  

Find answers to your botanical questions on this easy walk around the park gardens with a Naturalist. We’ll take a closer look at the adaptations and uses of some of native plants of South Texas.  

Do you love history? Perhaps you are just a little curious about the park attractions and local history. Come to this presentation to have your questions answered. (Sorry-no event on 6/14).  

All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!  

For the month of May the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10am and then again at 3pm to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) […]

This popular program continues this year each Thursday at 9 am. Meet at the Interpretive Center to walk an adoptable dog from the local Grand Companions animal shelter. Give these dogs a great experience while maybe making a forever 4-legged friend! Wear sturdy shoes. Bring WATER! This program is approximately 1 hour.      

For the month of May the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10am and then again at 3pm to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) […]

For the month of May the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10am and then again at 3pm to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) […]

Join us on a ranger-led hike through the park noting these beautiful insects, some found nowhere else but in South Texas.  

Join a ranger on a nighttime hike to witness the nocturnal world of Resaca de la Palma State Park! *Limited space - reservations required* Please call our visitor center at (956) 350-2920 (Wednesday to Sunday; 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.) to reserve your spot. No online reservations. Bring: Water, a flashlight, comfortable walking/hiking shoes and […]

Whether this is your first time birding or you’ve been doing it for decades, come out to Palo Duro Canyon to experience and learn about some of our beautiful wild birds. Join park staff on this easy, early morning walk as we explore the amazing variety of birds that live in and visit the canyon. […]

Spend the morning exploring the nooks and crannies of Hueco Tanks!  

Join us on a guided walk to learn about our native habitat and find out who of our "Rio Grande Valley Specialty Birds" can be spotted. This walk is for all visitors, young or old who wants to learn about wildlife, the park, and its bird life. Bring water, one-hour easy trail walk.  

All ages and skill-levels are welcome on this two-hour tour of the park, finding as many species of birds as possible, especially the 30 that are termed Valley Specialties!  

Learn how Native Peoples used plants to survive in the Chihuahuan Desert Join a Certified Master Herbalist and Master Gardener for a look at how Native Peoples utilized the plants of Hueco Tanks to make food, medicine, clothing, tools, weapons, and so much more. This tour is limited to 10 participants and reservations are required. […]

For the month of May the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10am and then again at 3pm to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) […]

This month is the 40th anniversary of the worst flood in Palo Duro Canyon's recorded history. Come to the Visitor Center to hear a short talk on the event, see some never-before-seen photos from the flood, and hear from the photographer who took those photos. Prepare: Come ready to learn. Meet: At the park's Visitor […]

For the month of May the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10am and then again at 3pm to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) […]

For the month of May the park will be offering two guided-only hikes, 10am and then again at 3pm to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) […]

This popular program continues this year each Thursday at 9 am. Meet at the Interpretive Center to walk an adoptable dog from the local Grand Companions animal shelter. Give these dogs a great experience while maybe making a forever 4-legged friend! Wear sturdy shoes Bring WATER! This program is approximately 1 hour.  

For the month(s) of June, July and August the park will be offering one guided-only hike at 10am to go down into the canyon to view pictographs (ancient drawings) on Wednesday through Sunday. There are no tours available on Monday and Tuesday. For more information to plan your visit, click on blue title (above) for […]