Fun and informative programs for all ages. Scheduled programs are free with park admission. Reservations required for some programs. All programs will meet at the tram turnaround at park headquarters unless otherwise specified. Please call ahead to confirm program schedule and details at (956) 584-9156. Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is located on 2800 South Bentsen Palm Drive in Mission, Texas.

Park Grounds Open 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Park Store Open 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tram Transportation Service 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; Trams leave from HQ on the hour 

Reading with a Ranger - Sunday 5/7 @ 10:30 a.m. @ La Familia Nature Center

Bentsen Easy Nature Walk – Thursday 5/11 and 5/18 @ 9:00 a.m.

*S’more History - Saturday 5/13 @ 3 p.m.

Useful and Edible Plants – Sunday 5/14 @ 10 a.m.

Wild Wellness: Wednesday 5/17 @ 8:30 a.m.

*Owl Prowl: Friday 5/19 @ 7:30 p.m.

Resaca Vieja Nature Hike – Saturday 5/20 @ 8:30 a.m.

*Kayaking 101- Sunday 5/21 @ 9:30 a.m.

*Jr. Ranger Club – Saturday 5/20 @ 2 p.m.

*Fishing for Beginners – Saturday 5/27 @ 1 p.m.

*Dutch Oven – Sunday 5/28 @ 2 p.m.

* RESERVATIONS REQUIRED