Name: Sounds of the Night
Start: 2025-04-18T20:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-04-18T22:00:00-05:00
Location: Government Canyon State Natural Area

Sssshhhh...did you hear that? What was that noise?
About this Event

The outdoors at night can seem a little spooky, unless you know what all those strange thumps, rustles and buzzes are. Come play a game with us to learn some of our common wildlife sounds, then take a short ranger-led night hike.

Who is Invited: This activity is open to ages 5 and up. Minors must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. No pets please.

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 [email protected] to schedule at a different time.

Registration, Fees, Day Pass & Cancellation: Registration is required for this program.

Registration opens on Saturday, two weeks prior to the event, and closes at noon, the Thursday before the event. Though the hike is free, to the Natural Area apply.

To ensure entrance and save time at the Fee Booth please pre-purchase and PRINT OUT a . SPECIAL NOTE: Reserving a Day Pass is NOT the same as making a program reservation.

This program is weather-dependent and subject to cancellation. Check Natural Area conditions by calling GCSNA's main office at 210-688-9055, or visit one of GCSNA’s social media pages below.

When & Where to Meet

We'll start in the Exhibit Gallery (the screened structure right next to the Visitor Center) and take a short night hike. Lot A or B will have the closest parking. The parking lot and path to the Gallery are paved and near an accessible restroom. After a night sounds program and guessing game, we'll take a 0.5-1.0 mile hike on the Discovery Trail, which has a compacted crushed granite surface.

What to Wear & Bring: Dress for hiking outdoors. Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, bug spray and a hat are recommended. Bring at least 1 liter of water per person.

If ADA assistance is required, please request modifications using this form, or email [email protected] at least 2 weeks in advance.

Details: Program includes both a seated activity and a short hike.