We help sustain & improve Garner Park for all generations.
SUMMER AT GARNER
Friends Of Garner has a new feature at their Visitor Center just waiting for you. It’s time to relax and have a good time when you’re at Garner State Park. Come by and browse our informative store, bring a book, and take a book. Our library is here for you. We have some children’s books but would appreciate a donation if you have any. No book to bring? No problem as a small donation to FOG would be appreciated! Happy reading, happy times and happy camping!Visit FRIENDS OF GARNER VISITOR CENTER for information on trails and events. Browse the center for your historical, educational and commemorative items .
VISITOR CENTER
Located on the west side of the park in Shady Meadows camping area. Phone (830) 232-5999.
Current Ranger Programs
COMING EVENTS
June 4 - August 8 - Tues & Thurs - Old Fashioned Summer Hayrides
Tuesdays and Thursdays. Register by 2:45 at the Visitor Center. (Limited seating.) You can enjoy riding around the north end of the park on a hay wagon. We will have a narrator to share Garner history and to answer your questions. (No hayride on July 4.)
August 31 - River Cleanup
Meet at the Visitor Center for instructions.
November 30 - Holiday Open House
Start your holiday memories at the Visitor Center with cookies, old fashioned Wassail, and crafts for the kids.
January 18-20, 2020 - Trail Work Weekend
Come help clean up and maintain our excellent trail system. Yearly tradition. Always fun and rewarding.
ABOUT FRIENDS OF GARNER
We are the Friends of Garner.
For those who float the river all day and dance all night...
For those who hike the trails...
For those who appreciate outdoor beauty and wildlife...
For those who return year after year...
We are the Friends of Garner.
For thousands of years, people have enjoyed the protection of the hills, the lushness of the land, the abundance of the animals, and the coolness of the Frio River... the same reasons we love it today.
We are the Friends of Garner.
We formed our non-profit organization solely to conserve and preserve your Garner State Park for generations through donations and activities.