Events http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us daily 1 2009-07-23T16:14:15Z Gorman Falls Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/gorman-falls-tour Have you ever seen a living waterfall? Want to? Gorman Falls is 65 feet of cascading mineral laden waters that continue building up and advancing out from the bluff creating fantastic formations and breathtaking beauty. Hike from high above the Colorado River down the rocky bluffs into the river canyon.  Stand at the base of the falls and discover why for centuries it has been called “The Land of Living Waters”. Sturdy footwear and drinking water required. Tour cancelled in inclement weather. Vehicle needed to travel into the Gorman Falls Area. Meet at Gorman Falls Trailhead, ½ mile from park entrance; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $5 per person, $2 children 12 & under; park entrance fees apply; reservations not required.

]]> No publisher mcoxz hikes & walks Colorado Bend SP 2012-02-21T19:30:00Z Event National Trails Day Celebration http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/national-trails-day-celebration We are celebrating National Trails Day with miles and miles of beauty and adventure. Go with experienced guides on morning trial runs, afternoon waterfall hikes, a moonlit night hike, and morning and afternoon mountain bike rides.  Or you or your group can strike out on your own to trek some of the 30 miles of exciting trails at Colorado Bend State Park. All trail day events are free. Contact the park for details and schedules at 325-628-3240 or visit the Friends Of Colorado Bend State Park’s webpage at friendsofcoloradobend.com

]]> No publisher mcoxz featured event hikes & walks Colorado Bend SP 2012-05-10T14:04:23Z Event Spicewood Canyon Adventure Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/spicewood-canyon-adventure-tour Strike out with a guide to see some of the hidden treasures deep in this spring-cut canyon. Climb, jump, wade, and swim your way along its cascading pools and above to its brilliant overlooks. See the mineral formations and find out how this ever changing system has built an oasis here in the hill country. Meet at Park Headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. Fees: $10/person; park entrance fees apply; reservations are not required. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz featured event caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:21:14Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:29:49Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour-1 Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:31:03Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour-33 Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:32:17Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour-34 Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:33:34Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour-35

Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:35:02Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour-36

Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:36:11Z Event Sounds of the Night Hike http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/sounds-of-the-night-hike-2 What was that noise? How do nocturnal animals find their way around? How can we operate in the dark? Come join us for a sensory experience in the wild. Learn what’s lurking around in the dark, how they do it, and how important these creatures are to those of us that bask in the bright daytime sun. Meet at lower Spicewood Canyon Trailhead; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. Tour is free; park entrance fees apply; reservations are not required.

]]> No publisher mcoxz hikes & walks Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:19:42Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour-37

Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:37:51Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour-38

Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details. 

]]> No publisher mcoxz caving & climbing Colorado Bend SP 2012-06-20T15:39:01Z Event Wild Cave Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/wild-cave-tour-39 Guided wild caving adventure exploring the caves of Colorado Bend State Park. Crawl, climb, and clamber into an underground world of maze-like passages and chambers, Witness the complex processes, ecosystems, and formations of the speleo-environment up close. Tour is for everyone 5 years and up (children must be accompanied by adult), maximum 10 spots. All participants will need drinking water, sturdy footwear, and two flashlights. Clothing appropriate for hiking and crawling through caves, knee and elbow pads recommended. Vehicle needed to travel to cave. Meet at park headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. fees: $30 per person; park entrance fees apply; reservations required and will be accepted until 4pm on the Friday before the tour. Call for more details.

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]]> No publisher cmontez hikes & walks Colorado Bend SP 2012-08-08T13:33:06Z Event Spicewood Canyon Adventure Tour http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/calendar/spicewood-canyon-adventure-tour-1 Strike out with a guide to see some of the hidden treasures deep in this spring-cut canyon. Climb, jump, wade, and swim your way along its cascading pools and above to its brilliant overlooks. See the mineral formations and find out how this ever changing system has built an oasis here in the hill country. Meet at Park Headquarters; no pets please. Colorado Bend State Park, County Road 446 Bend, Tx  76824. Fees: $10/person; park entrance fees apply; reservations are not required. 

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