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Hike to the Dino Tracks at Government Canyon State Natural Area

  • When: Saturday, December 14, 2024,  8:30 am -  1:30 pm
  • Location: Government Canyon State Natural Area: 12861 Galm Rd., San Antonio, TX 78254
  • Cost: Free with Park Admission

Take a 5-mile hike with a ranger to see the dinosaur tracks at Government Canyon.

It's hard to imagine, but our location was ocean-side property 100 million years ago. How do we know? Government Canyon is home to fossil tracks from two different dinosaurs, a sauropod and a theropod who left tracks along a muddy beach which is now preserved as rock. Take a hike with a ranger to see the tracks and learn what we know about them so far.

Who Is Invited:

This hike is open to ages 10 and up. Minors must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. No pets please. Be aware that this hike includes some elevation gain and loss over rough, rocky topography. The hike to the tracks is 2.5 miles one-way, making a 5-mile round trip.

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 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to schedule at a different time.

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