Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) hosts a Patriot Day Hike at 7:45 a.m. Monday, Sept. 11 at the Bauer Unit parking lot in Guadalupe River State Park (GRSP).
The hike is approximately 3.76 miles long. To see the hike’s route click here.
Participants are asked to wear red, white or blue attire and sturdy hiking shoes. Bring water and sun protection.
The event is free with park admission, $7 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Registration is required. To register, click here. Reservations also can be made here.
“Patriot Day is a holiday observed in the United States on Sept. 11,” TPWD said on its website. “The date commemorates the lives of those who died in the 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City and the Pentagon in Virginia, and those who perished when the hijacked United Airlines Flight 93 crashed in Pennsylvania. The holiday also recognizes those who died attempting to rescue people trapped by the attacks.”
There is no ranger station at the Bauer Unit so exact cash or a park pass can be used at the self-pay station.
Bauer Unit Directions (from GRSP)
Guadalupe River State Park is located at 3350 Park Rd. 21, Spring Branch.
Turn right onto State Highway 46 from Park Road 31. Go three miles and turn right on FM 3351. Go approximately 3.5 miles and turn right on Edge Falls Road. Continue for 2.4 miles and turn right on Acker Road. Go 2.2 miles to the entrance.
Directions also can be found by typing in “Bauer Unit” on Google Maps.
For ADA assistance call 830-438-2656 in advance. For general information contact Jessica Bergner at 830-214-3635.
Park programs are subject to change/cancellation in event of inclement weather.
