Friends of Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge

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We are the official nonprofit partner of Balcones Canyonlands NWR. Support 28,029 beautiful and protected acres in the Texas Hill Country.
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Public Trails open 365 Days a year. Explore nonpublic trails-FREE guided Hikes. https://www.friendsofbalcones.org

11/13/2026

We value the relationship between the Refuge and Gateway communities like Lago Vista. Refuges provide wonderful benefits for local residents and tourists alike. And the Residents of Lago Vista have been key volunteers and supporters.

11/13/2026

An older post. Reposted to remind you Nature always has surprises for us.

11/13/2026

Free guided hike this Sunday at Warbler Vista: November 15, 9 AM to noon. Sign up by Saturday at friendsofbalcones.org/events.

It's 2.1 miles, moderate, on a public trail at the Refuge, with stops to learn about the birds, plants and history of this spot.

11/11/2026

Spend Sunday morning on the Refuge, with a Hill Country view waiting for you. Join our volunteer guides on Sunday, November 15, 9 AM to noon, for a free 2 to 3 mile guided hike through the oak-juniper forest at Warbler Vista. The hike is rated Moderate. We meet at the Quarry Canyon Trailhead, where you can park. It’s free, but registration is required and space is limited. The sign-up link and a map are in the comments.

11/09/2026

The rain held off just long enough, and the sky put on a show! 🌥️

This weekend our volunteer guides gathered at Doeskin Ranch for a Guided Hike Leader Training Hike: wide-open grassland, Hill Country views, and even a ladies’ tresses orchid blooming along the trail.

Where were you this weekend? Did you catch these amazing clouds too? Tell us in the comments!

Want to hike with these guides? Find an upcoming guided hike. More than 10 options to choose from in the next 2 months.

11/08/2026

You know what our favorite thing to do it on a rainy day? Plan our next outdoor adventure. All hikes through January 2 are now posted. Weekend hikes, Hikes and . Check out our events Calendar for November - January 2. https://www.friendsofbalcones.org/events

11/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to Refuge Round Up on Saturday, October 31! Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge hosted more than 20 family activities, from archery, fishing and firefighting to hayrides, bird banding and the Tracks & Treats Trail.

At the Friends table, kids picked up Goldie temporary tattoos and bingo cards, and everyone who collected 10 stamps earned a hayride and a free treat. Thank you to Cedric Griffin for the excellent Classic BBQ, and to our more than 20 partners and all the costumed critters out on the Refuge.

Our guided hikes and community events keep going through May. Find the next one and save your spot at friendsofbalcones.org/events.

11/05/2026

Thank you Stephanie!

You do an amazing job leading our volunteers to over 6,500 Volunteer hours last year.

11/05/2026

Come join in November - at any of our 3 Public Use sites or at 1 of 8 Free events. Check out our events page to learn more or reach out and let us know what questions you have.

11/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to Refuge Round Up on Saturday, October 31! Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge hosted more than 20 family activities, from archery, fishing and firefighting to hayrides, bird banding and the Tracks & Treats Trail.

At the Friends table, kids picked up Goldie temporary tattoos and bingo cards, and everyone who collected 10 stamps earned a hayride and a free treat. Thank you to Cedric for the excellent Classic BBQ, and to our more than 20 partners and all the costumed critters out on the Refuge.

Our guided hikes and community events keep going through May. Find the next one and save your spot at friendsofbalcones.org/events.

Address

24518 E FM 1431
Marble Falls, TX
78654

Website

http://www.friendsofbalcones.org/

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