This cache is located on the Discovery Trail at Government Canyon State Natural Area. The trail is suitable for all ages and abilities and the hike is dog-friendly. No bicyles are allowed, however. All visitors must first check in at the Entry Fee Booth, Visitor Center or Self-Pay Station before beginning their hike. There is an entry fee of $6/adult. Children under 13 admitted free. There are several types of passes available (Annual State Park Pass-Senior Pass-Disabled Vet-etc.), please inquire at Entry Booth &/or Visitor Center. This Natural Area is CLOSED Tuesdays-Wednesdays-Thursdays; open on Fridays-Saturdays-Sundays-Mondays only, from 7 AM until 10 PM.
Why do we say, "It's all about water at Government Canyon?" While there's very little surface water at GCSNA, more than 90% of Government Canyon State Natural Area is over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone. When you find this cache, you'll learn more about this sensitive region, why it's important to everyone living in San Antonio, and what other living things depend on it (hint: it's not just humans!).