Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

Page Title: Plan Your Visit | Headwaters at the Comal

Meta Description: Ready to explore Headwaters at the Comal? Get helpful details on hours, admission, visitor guidelines, and how to plan your time at this special natural and cultural site.

H1: Plan Your Visit

H2: Prepare for Your Time at Headwaters at the Comal
Headwaters at the Comal offers a variety of ways to explore, learn, and connect with water, land, and community. Whether you’re stopping by for a visit, joining a program, participating in research, or planning a group experience, we’re here to help you feel prepared and welcome.

Visit Information
Before you arrive, take a moment to review key details like location, hours, admission, and visitor guidelines. This helps ensure a smooth visit and protects the natural and cultural resources that make this place special.

CTA: Purchase Tickets

H3: Programs & Upcoming Events
From guided experiences to seasonal events, programs at Headwaters invite people of all ages to learn, explore, and engage more deeply with the site. View upcoming opportunities, program details, and ticketed events.
CTA: View Programs & Events

H3: Community Use
Headwaters at the Comal is a shared community space designed for learning, reflection, and connection with nature. Learn more about how the site can be used by individuals, groups, and organizations, along with guidelines that help keep the space welcoming for everyone.
CTA: Learn About Community Use

H3: Research Partnership Program
Research plays an important role in understanding and protecting the land and water at Headwaters. Explore opportunities for collaboration through our research partnership program and learn how research projects are reviewed and supported.
CTA: Explore Research Partnerships

H3: Field Trips
Field trips offer hands-on learning experiences that connect students and groups with water conservation, ecology, and local history. Find information on planning a visit that supports educational goals while respecting the site.
CTA: Explore Field Trip Options

Visitor Etiquette

• Pets are welcome outdoors when kept on a leash. Service animals are always welcome, but pets are not permitted inside buildings.
• Please enjoy picnics and food only in designated areas, and be sure to clean up all trash and waste when you’re finished.
• Headwaters at the Comal is home to native wildlife. Please respect their space and do not feed any animals you may see.
• Smoking and e-cigarettes are not allowed anywhere on the property.
• Bicycles are not permitted on trails. Please leave bikes in the parking area.
• Help protect the natural environment by staying on designated paths to preserve native plant life and animal habitats.
• Be aware of your surroundings at all times, including your footing, other visitors, and nearby wildlife.
• Please do not remove, cut, or clip any plant life. If you’d like to learn more about a plant for your home landscape, feel free to ask a staff member or volunteer.