Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Safari

Join Ranger Eric to look for and learn about scorpions, spiders, snakes, owls, and other nocturnal creatures we might encounter! We will hike about 0.25-0.5 miles roundtrip on the in Escondido Wash off the Lousely Hill Trail. The grade will be easy, but walking on sand. Please bring pre-hydrate and have electrolytes before arriving, carry ample water, bring your own flashlight or headlamp, and wear sturdy footwear. A blacklight is recommended, but the ranger will have one to point out scorpions with. Restrooms are available just past the trailhead.

MEETING LOCATION: Lousely Hill Trailhead.

Park map: https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/assets/1/6/mcdowell-8×113.pdf 

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/RUdrXjpx4NwTcafh7

Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at 602-506-2930 ext. 3 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 Tuesday, 6/17.

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 or call the Nature Center before coming to the park.