Waiting for the glow? So are we! ABNC is lucky enough to host four different species of fireflies, each taking turns to light up the night from late winter to early summer.

Because we want you to have an unforgettable experience, we pause our hikes during the "lulls" between species peaks. We can’t always promise the fireflies will cooperate, but we do our best to schedule our tours when the odds are in your favor!

We’re currently between peaks. Check back often for new hike dates, and don't forget to see what else is happening at the Nature Center this week!

Dates: More Coming Soon!

Pricing:

  • Non-members $18 per person

  • Members $15 per person

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Know before you go

  • The maximum capacity of the hike is 12 people

  • We recommend that you bring water, insect repellent, and hand sanitizer

  • If you have red lights, feel free to bring them with you

  • We recommend that you wear long pants for the hike

  • Closed toed shoes are required on the hike. Participants without proper footwear will not be able to participate. (No Sandals, Slides, Crocs, etc.)

  • These hikes are for ages 6 and up

  • The hike will be approximately 2 hours

  • Reservations are Required

  • We cannot guarantee the presence of fireflies during our hike as they are wildlife and can be unpredictable

Special Charter Hikes

Would you like to book your own private hike? Reservations are required and must be made 2 weeks in advance. Payment is required at the time of reservation. Please call 281-474-2551 to schedule a charter hike!

Cancellation Policy

Payment of fees is needed to complete your registration and is non-refundable unless the program/class/activity is cancelled by Armand Bayou Nature Center (ABNC) staff. If ABNC cancels for any reason, you will be given the option of applying the fees to another program or a refund.

If you must cancel, please notify ABNC at least seven (7) days prior to the program/class/activity. If you inform us at least one week before, we will issue you a credit voucher for the full amount of your payment that may be applied to another ABNC program fee or a membership. Any non-attendance or cancellation less than seven (7) days will result in the full charge of the fee. ABNC does not give cash refunds.