Honey Creek State Natural Area
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $2 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(830) 438-2656
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 30, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 3
Alert Screwworm AlertJune 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do… (more)
June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do not move the animal. Call the Texas Animal Health Commission at (800) 550‑8242 or contact a private veterinarian. For wildlife with suspicious wounds or maggots, notify park staff or call (512) 389‑4505.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Trail ClosuresOct. 7, 2026 - All trails are open to foot traffic only. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 8 p.m. Nov. 20 to noon… (more)
Oct. 7, 2026 - All trails are open to foot traffic only. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 8 p.m. Nov. 20 to noon Nov. 24 • 8 p.m. Jan. 11 to noon Jan. 15 Only permitted hunters will be allowed in the park on these dates. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Trails ClosedOct. 29, 2026 - All trails are closed. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 8 p.m. Nov. 20 to noon Nov. 24 • 8 p.m.… (more)
Oct. 29, 2026 - All trails are closed. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 8 p.m. Nov. 20 to noon Nov. 24 • 8 p.m. Jan. 11 to noon Jan. 15 Only permitted hunters will be allowed in the park on these dates. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 2,787 acres, Honey Creek State Natural Area lies in Comal County, about 6 miles northwest of Bulverde.
The park supports hiking.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trails | Daily | 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Trails: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tours: See Events page.
Pets: Allowed on trails. Not allowed on tours.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and are not permitted in any buildings at Texas State Parks. Some parks restrict pets on certain trails.
Statewide rule from Texas's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult | $2 |
| Children 12 and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $2 Daily • Children 12 and Under: Free
Texas park passes
- Texas State Parks Pass — $70 per year. Free entry for the holder and guests at the state parks it covers, plus camping and store discounts; a second pass for someone at the same address is $25 Details
- Texas Parklands Passport. Discounted or free entry for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members Details
From the Texas state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Things to do
Hiking
Accessibility
Box Turtle Trail is a .67-mile crushed granite trail that is ADA compliant.
The vault restroom and pavilion are accessible.
Contact us to ask about our all-terrain wheelchair, available for your use in the park.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 558 Park Road 31
Spring Branch, TX 78070 - Nearest town
- Bulverde — about 6 mi northwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 29.8232, -98.5225
- Phone
- (830) 438-2656
- HoneyCreekSNA@tpwd.texas.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 30, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology