THE VISITOR CENTER IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED. HAYRIDES POSTPONED UNTIL SUMMER .

234 Ranch Road 1050, Concan, TX 78838, US

(830) 232-5999

friends of garner state park

We help sustain & improve Garner Park for all generations.

We help sustain & improve Garner Park for all generations.

We help sustain & improve Garner Park for all generations.We help sustain & improve Garner Park for all generations.
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temporary visitor center changes

It is with regret we are announcing that the Visitor Center will be closed until further notice to protect the health of our employees and visitors. Also, hayrides scheduled for Mar 17 and 19 have been cancelled.  Please refer to Texas Park and Wildlife’s website or Garner bulletin boards for programs that will remain accessible.  Stay safe, wash your hands and enjoy the outdoors!


We will let you know when we will open again, as more information becomes available.

FRIENDS OF GARNER


March 13, 2020

hayride trail preparation

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“FOG members and guests prepare hayride trail for spring rides.

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Members Nancy and Jim Riley and Debbie and Johnnie Jackson along with a GSP guest, Bob Boynton from San Francisco, Ca. trimmed all the vegetation so your spring trip is fun, safe and informative! 

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Call Garner State Park Visitor and Nature Center (830 232 5999)and make your reservations or come by and see Brenda or Butch in person (open 9-3 M-Sat and  9-1 on Sunday)starting Mar. 5.

Hayrides start at 6 pm and are held Mon and Wed (Mar. 9 and 11) and Tues.and Thurs. (Mar. 17 and 19).  $5 a person

COMING EVENTS

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Spring Break Hayrides - March 9, 11

Hayrides

Easter Bunny - Saturday, April 11

Easter Bunny's Visit

Ongoing Events

yearly events

VISITOR AND NATURE CENTER-temporarily closed

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Located on the west side of the park in Shady Meadows camping area.

Interpretive displays. Naturalist and commemorative merchandise. Free coffee and wi-fi. Drop by with your questions and we will try to help you make the most of your park visit.

TRAIL WORK 2020 PICTURES

January 17-19, 2020: We had a good turnout, in spite of rainy weather. About 65 participants helped with cleanup and restoration of our park. Thank you for coming back every year to sustain and improve Garner Park.

TRAIL WORK PICTURES

Contact Us

Better yet, see us in person!

We love our Garner guests, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.

Friends of Garner

234 Ranch Road 1050, Concan, TX 78838, US

(830) 232-5999

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ABOUT FRIENDS OF GARNER

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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.

We are the Friends of Garner.