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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Scorpion Hike

Join Ranger Derik on a hike through the desert and search for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures.

The hike will follow the Wild Burro trail for 3 miles round trip along the lake. The trail is rated as easy, except for some sections that can be rocky and a few small step downs. Please bring sunscreen, water and wear sturdy shoes. Hiking poles can be helpful if you have balance difficulties. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp with a full charge or extra batteries. If you have blacklight feel free to bring it along and help the ranger hunt for scorpions.

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.

MEETING LOCATION: Wild Burro Day Use Area

Precise Meeting Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vxpeh3GnGWnQrYYi9

Limit 25 participants. To register, please email Ranger Derik at Derik.Rodgers@maricopa.gov with your name, phone number and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please email back ASAP so those on the waiting list may be contacted. Registration for this program will close on 7/9/25.

  • Date Custom 07/10/2025
  • Allowed Ages 9+
  • Audience Tweens (9 - 12 years), Teens (13 - 18 years), Adults
  • Genre Field Sciences
  • Type Field Trip/Outdoor Activity, Tour/Walk

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Date

Jul 10 2025
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Time

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Cost

Free with Park Fee

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Labels

West Valley

Location

Lake Pleasant Regional Park
41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd., Morristown, AZ, 85342
Website
https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/park-locator/lake-pleasant-regional-park/

Organizer

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
Phone
602-506-2930
Email
maricopacountyparks@maricopa.gov
Website
https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/
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