News and Events

Our trails are getting busier and busier with increase in foot and bike traffic! But this increase also adds stress to our natural areas and... Read More

In February 2020, the San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance (SMGA) will award up to two student research grants valued at $2000 each. Any Texas State University... Read More

Tristan, how did you get involved with SMGA and the Trail Crew?  I got involved with SMGA and the Trail Crew after I started using... Read More

Edwards Aquifer Research and Data Center The Edwards Aquifer Research & Data Center (EARDC) Laboratory was established in 1979 with special funding for Texas State... Read More

Utilize the buddy system. At a minimum tell someone where you are going, trail head, and time you’ll return. Be aware of your surroundings. Carry... Read More

Stephen Ramirez started leading monthly bird walks in San Marcos shortly after graduating from Texas State with a degree in geography. His love and interest... Read More

Sheila, you were a founder and have been an active volunteer/member of SMGA for 20 years. What do you think is the most exciting change... Read More

The City of San Marcos GIS Department maps the 22 miles of designated trails in more than 1,200 acres of natural areas. The Greenbelt Alliance... Read More

By Rebekah Rylander Trails in the northern half of Spring Lake Natural Area and Paraiso in Purgatory Creek are closed for three months during the... Read More