Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

Name: Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial Library
Start: 2026-11-06T10:00:00-06:00
Location: Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

Texas State Natural Area · Llano County

⚠️ Trail Closures

Oct. 20, 2026 - The backcountry trails may have intermittent closures due to development of the new area. Contact the park for the latest information.

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Screwworm Alert
June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas.
Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do not move the animal. Call the Texas Animal Health Commission at (800) 550‑8242 or contact a private veterinarian.
For wildlife with suspicious wounds or maggots, notify park staff or call (512) 389‑4505.

Park Closures
The park will be closed on the following dates:
12:30 p.m. on Oct. 12 to 2 p.m. on Oct. 16
12:30 p.m. on Nov. 2 to 2 p.m. on Nov. 6
12:30 p.m. on Nov. 30 to 2 p.m. on Dec. 4
12:30 p.m. on Jan. 25 to 2 p.m. on Jan. 29
Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates.
Contact the park for more information.

Visiting Enchanted Rock
Please use water wisely when you visit. Bring your own drinking water or you can buy bottled water at headquarters.
Advanced reservations for day passes and overnight stays are required on weekends, school breaks and holidays. While not required on regular weekdays, we usually reach capacity every day. Guarantee your entry by reserving passes online or calling the customer service center before you visit.
Get trail status updates here or on our Facebook page.
Check back for updates.

🔥 Burn ban in effect🚧 Trail closures — check details

HoursSee the full hours below

Entrance fee$8 / adult

CountyLlano

Elevation1825 ft

CampingYes

RV hookupsWater only

Book a campsite Directions Official TPWD page Park map Trail map Log a visit Trails Map Backcountry Trails Map Climbing Areas Map

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area entrance fee

$8 per adult

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area hours

Open daily:

6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Gate open daily:

6:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Backcountry Hours:

8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily

Hours as published by TPWD. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

A massive pink granite dome rising majestically above the surrounding Central Texas savanna. Climb to the summit for breathtaking 360-degree Hill Country views, explore hidden rock crevices, or stargaze in this designated dark sky sanctuary.

Things to do

🥾 Hiking
🚲 Biking
🏊 Swimming
🎣 Fishing
🔭 Stargazing
🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

🏕️ Campsites
🚿 Showers
👥 Group Sites
🛝 Playground
🌿 Nature Center
♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

💧 Water Only
⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

Campsites with Water (Walk-in)
Primitive Campsites (Hike-in)
Group Camp (Buzzards Roost)

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Pavilion
Picnic Sites

Trails

Summit Trail 0.8 mi · Challenging
Echo Canyon Trail 0.7 mi · Moderate-Challenging
Loop Trail 4.6 mi · Moderate-Challenging
Turkey Pass Trail 0.7 mi · Moderate
Base Trail 0.9 mi · Moderate
Frontside Trail 0.3 mi · Moderate
Scenic View Trail 0.1 mi · Moderate
Interpretive Loop 0.5 mi · Easy-Moderate

As listed on the park’s trail map.

Contact

Phone830-685-3636

Address16710 Ranch Rd. 965, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Upcoming events at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

Reading with a Ranger at Pioneer Memorial LibraryNov 6, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Guided Summit HikeNov 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM
"X" Marks the GeocacheNov 7, 2026 · 3:30 PM
History of Enchanted Rock Campfire ChatNov 7, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Hike Like a GeologistNov 8, 2026 · 9:30 AM
Enchanting RocksNov 8, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Moth Madness Campfire ChatOct 30, 2027 · 7:00 PM

Event details and registration are on the TPWD calendar.

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