Discover the mysterious world of scorpions on this Scorpion Safari! The adventure begins at the covered picnic tables, where there are portapotties but no water fountains. We will start with a 15 minute overview on scorpion identification and behavior before heading out in search of these fascinating arachnids. We will walk about a mile along the Towhee and Metate trails using black lights to spot glowing scorpions along the way. These trails can be rocky, sandy, and uneven. Be prepared for over an hour outdoors please wear sturdy closed toe shoes and carry plenty of water. Do not forget your black light for the best scorpion spotting experience! The meeting location is nearly a quarter mile walk from the parking lot, so please allow extra time for the walk and to self pay at the contact station. Entry to the park is $5 cash per person 16 and up. Please bring exact change or an annual pass as no cards or digital payments are accepted.
Outdoor summer programs may be canceled on short notice due to severe weather, including extreme heat events. The Maricopa County Parks website (www.maricopa.gov/parks) is the most accurate resource for verifying the program status. Please check the program listing online before coming to the park.
MEETING LOCATION: Covered picnic tables past the entry station
Registration Info: Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Cave Creek Nature Center at (602) 506 2930 ext. 8 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call back ASAP so those on the waiting list may be contacted. Registration for this program will close on 09/09/26.