When you look a little closer, the colors of Hill Country State Natural Area may surprise you.

Join a park ranger on a scavenger hunt to search for the many colors of the Hill Country! This easy-going hike will lead you through sections of the Bar-O, Merrick Mile, or Bandera Creek trails to give you a new perspective on the plants, animals, and ranching heritage of our natural area.

• We will meet right outside of Headquarters.
• Low elevation hike, about 1-mile long
• What to bring: Water, hiking shoes, hats, sunscreen.
• Fees: Free with park admission. Park entrance fees are $6 per adult (13 years of age and older), free for children under 13.
• Note: Nature’s Palette is subject to cancellation due to weather conditions. Be sure to call HQ the day of the scavenger hunt to ask if this program will still take place!