Old Tunnel State Park, Texas, United States
4.5 (439 reviews) Spent Ranking #11 in Fredericksburg State Parks
Brief but intense
Smallest state park in Texas. Park features an historical railroad tunnel that is home to approximately 2 to 3 million bats. Visitors can access the short nature trail each day from sunrise until 5 p.m. Entrance to the park is free. Bats roost in the tunnel from May through October. During these months, nightly viewing of the bat emergence is available from the upper viewing area for free. Lower viewing area is only open on Thursday through Sunday evenings for $5 per person fee regardless of age. Rules for Old Tunnel State Park: No pets, no smoking on trails or in viewing areas, no alcoholic beverages, no camping, no open fires. For more detailed information about visitation, please call the number listed or visit the Old Tunnel web page.
Address
10619 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg, TX 78624
Mobile
Website
http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/old-tunnel/bat-viewing
Current local date and time now
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 3:55
User Ratings
4.5 based on (439 reviews)
Reviews
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5Louis F 5:00 PM Sep 17, 2022
So Many Bats
Really cool experience. It is only 5 dollars but make sure to buy tickets in advance because they can sell out. Make sure to also check the Facebook page out as they have information on when to expect the bats to emerge.
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5RahRah23 5:00 PM Jul 10, 2022
Very intriguing. The park rangers teach the audience a lot about bats in a short presentation.
Beautiful view of nature. The bats are intriguing! The park rangers are very knowledgeable about the bats & give a really good presentation. If you struggle to walk or climb, the upper level seating would be best for you.
