Start the New Year off on the right foot and join in the annual First Day Hike at Brazos Bend State Park on Jan. 1. First Day Hike stickers will be available while supplies last.

The hike will take place on 40 Acre Lake Trail (1.2 mile, moderate difficulty) with educational stations throughout the hike highlighting the variety of ecosystems within the parks as well as the different wildlife you might see here. Along the trail will be stations where hikers can  touch various animal skins, a hatchling alligator, and much more.

The First Day Hike will take place from 8 am to noon. First Day Hike stickers will be available while supplies last. We highly encourage you to reserve day passes ahead of time to guarantee entrance into the park. These are recommended but not required.

Tickets: Day passes: $7 per person 13 and up (12 and under free)