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Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

Legend states Tonkawa Indians named this popular 425-foot pink granite batholith, believing a Spanish conquistador cast a spell on it, making magical ghost fires glow at the top. One trip up the summit trail and you’ll see magic still exists here.

Things to Do

Visitors can enjoy primitive backpacking, camping, hiking, technical rock climbing, picnicking, geological study, bird watching, and star gazing (minimal light pollution). Remember, at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, do not disturb plant or animal life, geological features, or Indian or historical artifacts. These park resources are protected by law! Bring your own firewood. Rock climbers must check in at headquarters; route maps and climbing rules are available.

For information on volunteer opportunities at Enchanted Rock state natural area, contact the park or go to the Friends of Enchanted Rock website.

During peak seasons (March to June and October to December), the park may reach parking capacity, requiring the park to temporarily close on weekends (sometimes as early as 11 a.m.). The park reopens when sufficient parking is available. We suggest you make alternate plans should you arrive at the park and find it closed.

Ranger Programs

The park offers a variety of educational opportunities. Check the calendar for upcoming events or contact the park for special tours.

Outfitters & Guide Services

Enchanted Rock Certified Commercial Guides - provide guided rock climbing activities:

  • Rock-About (rock-about.com); Phone: (512) 415-0804
  • Outdoor Wilderness Adventures (owa.com); Phone: (830) 825-3015
  • Mountain Madness (mtmadness.com); Phone: (512) 590-2988
  • Newcombe Tennis Ranch (www.newktennis.com); Phone: (830) 625-9105
  • Austin Rock Gym (www.austinrockgym.com); Phone: (512) 293-7293
  • Camp Eagle (www.campeagle.org); Phone: (830) 683-3532

Note to commercial guides:  Anyone conducting commercial guiding activities for profit within the boundaries of Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is subject to specific guidelines as identified by Texas Parks and Wildlife. Interested parties are strongly urged to inquire at the park headquarters.

Concession Opportunities: Enchanted Rock SNA is currently accepting proposals for Guide Service Activities and proposals for a Mobile Food Concession.

Area Attractions>

Other nearby parks in this scenic area include Pedernales Falls State Park, Blanco State Park, Guadalupe River State Park, Kerrville-Schreiner Park, Inks Lake State Park, and Longhorn Cavern State Park; Lyndon B. Johnson State Historic Site with the Sauer-Beckmann living history farmstead, and the adjacent LBJ National Park; the Johnson Birthplace and the family cemetery, where the former president is buried; and the Admiral Nimitz State Historic Site - National Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksburg. You may want to refer to nearby Lower Colorado River Authority parks.

16710 Ranch Rd. 965
Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Latitude: 30.505381

Longitude: -98.819844

(830) 685-3636

Make reservations online

Reserve by phone: (512) 389-8900
Reserve by fax

Entrance Fees
  • Adult: $7 Daily
  • Child 12 Years and Under: Free
Schedule

Open 7 days a week year-round
from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. 

Office Hours

September through May:
Sunday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

June through August:
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Busy Season

Peak seasons is September through May.

Maximum Capacity

The park may reach capacity requiring temporary closings on weekends, sometimes as early as 11 a.m. The park reopens when sufficient parking is available.

We suggest you make alternate plans should you arrive at the park and find it closed.

Climate

January average low temperature is 36 degrees. July average high temperature 95 degrees. Average annual rainfall is 28.7 inches.

National Weather Service forecast for this area
Elevation

1825 feet

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