Fall Neon Scorpion Hikes

Ages: 6 and up
Description:
Explore the habitat of local scorpions along the north face of Mount Diablo, starting at the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center. Experience the excitement of finding scorpions glowing like green neon signs in the dark. Led by our experienced naturalist, participants will look for local scorpions as these eight-legged creatures explore their nighttime world. Hikes cover a distance of 2 miles.
Dates and times:
- Saturday, September 5th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Sunday, September 6th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Saturday, September 12th, 6:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
- Sunday, September 13th, 6:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Bring: Hiking shoes, a bottle of water, and a jacket. An ultraviolet flashlight is optional.
Price per person: $20 for members/$25 for non-members.
Additional cost: $6 parking at the Visitor’s Center (exact change required).
Please note: Pre-registration for this hike is required for each member of your party. Price is per individual, not per group. Registration is cut off the Wednesday before the program, we do not offer day-of ticket sales for hikes.
Please reach out to the Education Registrar for any questions.
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Venue
Mitchell Canyon Visitor’s Center
- 96 Mitchell Canyon Rd, Clayton, California, 94517, United States
Date
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Neon Scorpion Hike: September 5th
Saturday, September 5, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm -
Neon Scorpion Hike: September 6th
Sunday, September 6, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm -
Neon Scorpion Hike: September 12th
Saturday, September 12, 2026
6:45 pm - 8:45 pm -
Neon Scorpion Hike: September 13th
Sunday, September 13, 2026
6:45 pm - 8:45 pm