Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Full Moon Hike Partial Lunar Eclipse
August 27 @ 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Free with Park Fee
It’s time for another full moon in our desert. August brings a special treat with a partial lunar eclipse that will cover 96% of the moon in Earth’s shadow at peak time. We start the hike as the moon rises, have a view as it gets higher in the sky and begins to darken with a reddish hue, and return to the trailhead as it nears maximum coverage. The route uses the Blevins west, Lost Sheep, and Chain Fruit Trails to make a 3.5-mile loop. The terrain ranges from flat and level to uneven with small to medium rocks underfoot. Hiking poles may be helpful. Bring a regular flashlight and optional UV light to check for scorpions. No pets, please. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring plenty of water. Restrooms and fountain water are available at the Trailhead Staging Area. The Entry Station will be closed so please bring $10 exact cash for the self-pay station or display your Annual Pass on your vehicle.
MEETING LOCATION: Trailhead Staging Area in front of the restroom building
Precise Meeting Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/5b4LqmPVuNJ5XPhr6
PLEASE NOTE: Outdoor summer programs may be canceled on short notice due to severe weather, including extreme heat events. The Maricopa County Parks website (http://www.maricopa.gov/parks) is the most accurate resource for verifying the program’s status. Please check the program listing online before coming to the park.
Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Usery Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 4 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 8/25/26.
Ages 9+