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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.We help sustain & improve Garner Park for all generations.

HAYRIDES

Join us in 2026 on most Tuesday and Thursday nights during spring break and the summer. When you visit, come by or call the Visitor Center (830 232 5999) for reservations. $8 for age 13 and up. $4 for ages 4-12 and age 3 and under are free! JOIN US for a narration of the history, resources and culture of the Frio Canyon and Garner State Park.


Volunteers are needed! Be a Friends of Garner hayride tractor driver or narrator in 2026. Send an email to us via "Contact Us" on the home page or fill out our volunteering form on our FOG Support page. Help past Garner memories to the next generation.

2025 Hayride Schedule

  - Tuesdays and Thursdays at Spring Break and in June, July, and the first week of August.

Dates to be determined following identification of volunteer drivers and narrators.

(Note: Check with the Visitor Center for additional days as we might add more days with more volunteers.

830-232-5999). 

Register

Register at the Visitor Center or call (830) 232-5999, by 2:45 pm.

A release form must be signed by each adult 18 years and over to participate.

Cost

$8 per person 13 and over, $4 for children 4-12. All children 17 and under must be accompanied by parent, grandparent, or legal guardian.  All proceeds are returned to the park for special projects and programs.

Hayride Time

Meet at the Visitor Center by 6:45 pm. Hayride leaves at 7 pm and returns at 8 pm.  At Spring Break, times are an hour earlier.

Check times when registering. 

Friends of Garner will provide narration and refreshments.

Visitor Center Location

The Visitor Center is on the west side of the park near Shady Meadows camping area. 

Phone (830) 232-5999.

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Park Features

Friends of Garner offers visitors a unique mix of natural and man-made attractions, including a beautiful lake, hiking trails, picnic areas, and a historic lighthouse. Whether you're an avid outdoorsman or just looking for a relaxing day in nature, Friends of Garner has something for everyone.

Wildlife

As a designated wildlife sanctuary, Friends of Garner is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna. Visitors can spot bald eagles, ospreys, and other rare bird species, as well as white-tailed deer, foxes, and other mammals. Our expert naturalists offer guided wildlife tours throughout the year.

Park History

Founded in 1932, Friends of Garner has been a beloved community landmark for nearly a century. The park has undergone many changes over the years, but has always remained committed to preserving its natural beauty and promoting environmental education.


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FOG Board Meeting 10/8/25, 5pm


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