Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Enchanted Rock
A massive pink granite dome rising about 130 meters above the surrounding land. From the top you can see the Hill Country, and at night the park is an International Dark Sky Park.
Enchanted Rock is one of the largest granite domes in North America. Its rock cools and contracts at night, producing creaking sounds, so Native Americans regarded it as a sacred place. The Summit Trail (Summit Trail) to the main peak is about 1 km long and steep, taking 1 to 1.5 hours round trip, with views over the surrounding hills. There are also a loop trail, rock climbing and campsites. The park is an International Dark Sky Park. Admission is about $8 per adult. Peak seasons often sell out, so it is strongly recommended to reserve a day pass in advance on the Texas Parks and Wildlife website. The park lies about 27 km north of Fredericksburg, and the rock surface gets extremely hot at midday in summer.
Opening hours
About 06:30–22:00 (day passes require reservation)
Nearby sights
- Willow City Loop
- Cross Mountain
- Pioneer Museum
- Marktplatz & Vereins Kirche
- St. Mary's Catholic Church
- Main Street Historic District
- National Museum of the Pacific War
- Fort Martin Scott