Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Full Moon Walk

This walk with Ranger Jacque is sure to please the senses as you embark on a nighttime hike with the majestic moon, mysterious sounds, and creatures of the night. Click program title for more details. Discover the magic and majesty of the full moon rising over the desert landscape, following the famous Arizona sunset draping over the mountains. This is a 2.1-mile hike along sections of the easy and moderate rated Moonlight, Stargazer, and San Tan trails. Please wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and cash per vehicle for the self-pay station. Small hand-held flashlights and blacklights are OK; please refrain from using headlamps. No pets please. MEETING LOCATION: Main Trailhead map kiosk Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the San Tan Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 7 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 10/3/25. 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