Events

The hike will cover 3.5 miles and gain 360ft along sections of the Slate, Quartz and Go John trails. All hikers must bring water and at least one working flashlight (cellphone lights are not powerful enough.) Please make sure your lights have fresh or fully charged batteries. The trail can be rocky and steep in sections, so hiking boots or trail runners are strongly encouraged. Water and bathrooms can be found at the trailhead. You are encouraged to drink water the night and morning prior to the hike. MEETING LOCATION: Slate Trailhead Precise Meeting Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qqaZZvMB5eAT1dDKA Limit 25 participants. To register, please call the 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 the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 5/27/26. PLEASE NOTE: 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’s current status. Please check the program listing online before coming to the park.