Night Hikes

Explore the thrilling sights, smells, and sounds of night with Heard Trail Guides. Night hikers will be encouraged to sharpen their senses to be able to spot signs of animal life and learn more about the inhabitants of the Heard.

During our Night Hikes, attendees are encouraged to sharpen their senses to be able to spot signs of animal life and learn more about the inhabitants of the Heard.

Please note that the reciprocal admission agreement (click here for guidelines) that the Heard has with Perot Museum, Fort Worth Museum of Nature & Science and ASTC Passport Program participants does not apply to education programs or special events.

Price

Member Rate: $12

Non-Member Rate: $14

(Attendees age 3 or older)

All Night Hikes depart from the Main Building.

Attire & Preparation

Closed toed shoes, long pants, and bug spray are recommended.

Participants will be outdoors for at least an hour.

You may bring a flashlight; however, it must have a red lens (or red film covering the lense) on it to protect your night vision (and the night vision of guests around you) while looking for nocturnal animals! Head lamps are not permitted.

Age Restrictions

Children ages 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Hikes are at least an hour long and include varied terrain and may not be suitable for children under 5 years.

Admission for toddlers and infants 2 years and under is free, but they must be in a carrier or backpack. Strollers are prohibited.

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