If you’re making a New Year’s resolution to be more active in 2022 and are looking to enjoy temperate weather across most of the state, the Texas State Parks have a tradition of First Day Hike activities that you can take advantage of. Nearly 100 First Day Hike events are planned from late evening Friday, Dec. 31, throughout New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, 2022.
Here are a few within a couple hours’ drive of Spur.
Friday, December 31, 10:30 p.m. San Angelo State Park
New Year's Eve Midnight Hike
Friday, December 31, 11:00 p.m. Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Start the New Year with a First Day Hike - Midnight
Friday, December 31, 11:00 p.m. Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
First Day Hike – Midnight Hike
JANUARY 1, 2022 EVENTS IN WEST TEXAS
Lake Colorado City State Park
The First Day Hike will take place on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022 at 10 a.m. as a guided tour around the Roadrunner Loop trail. Hikers will learn about the history and natural environment of Lake Colorado City State Park.
The First Day Hike at Lake Colorado City State Park will be about a two-mile hike through various terrains. The hike could be considered challenging.
Interpreters will discuss the history of the park, the plants and animals that call the park home and some general park updates for the New Year.
For more information, contact Leslie McGuigan at (325) 728-3931 at leslie.mcguigan@ tpwd.texas.gov
Caprock Canyons State Park
Hikers for the First Day Hike at Caprock Canyons State Park will meet at the Upper South Prong trailhead at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. As the hike explores the
As the hike explores the state park, interpreters will discuss how nature can help in everyday life and also how to better connect with it through color. You'll be glad you joined this hike to start your new year off with nature. Please bring comfortable hiking shoes and clothing and bring water with you. The entire hike should take about one hour. For more information
For more information contact Le'Ann Pigg at (806) 455-1492 or leann.pigg@tpwd. texas.gov
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
4:30 p.m. Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike! Join Ranger Mark and Ranger Bradley for a brisk, evening hike on the CCC and Triassic Trails right as the sun sets over the rim of the canyon!
San Angelo State Park
Join a park ranger for the first trail hike of the New Year. 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
New Year's Day Trail Ride
Come join us for a New Year's Day horse trail ride at San Angelo State Park. 10: 30 a.m.
First Day Bike Ride
Come join us for a New Year's Day guided bike ride at San Angelo State Park. 2:00 p.m.
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway First Day Hike! - Penitentiary Hollow Wild Walk
Start your New Year in the great outdoors! Reservations required. Explore beautiful sandstone formations in remote areas only accessible on this guided hike. 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Lake Brownwood State Park First Day Hikes - Easy Guided Ranger Hike
Start the New Year off with a guided ranger hike! 10:00 a.m.
Abilene State Park Late Risers First Day Hike
A hike for those that want to sleep in. 2:00 p.m.
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