Jan 12, 2025 10:00 AM –11:00 AM

Into The Snake Den

Join our park rangers at Picacho Peak State Park and learn about some simply spectacular serpents! From the tricky hognose to the stunning rattler, these snakes are absolutely ecstatic to meet you! In this 45-minute presentation, you will learn snake anatomy, whether a snake is venomous, and how to act if this slithery friend were to cross your path. These misunderstood creatures are not something to fear and we hope to bring some light to their many myths.

Parking is available at Harrington Loop. The program will take place in the Copper Court Amphitheater.

Please bring some water and a hat.

Mapped location of Into The Snake Den

Picacho Peak State Park: Harrington Loop

15520 Picacho Peak State Park Picacho, arizona

Upcoming Dates

  • Sunday, January 12
  • Sunday, March 9

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Picacho Peak State Park is a towering, prominent natural wonder in the middle of the Sonoran Desert, about an 18-mile straight shot up Interstate 10 from Downtown Marana. The peak's prominence has made it an important navigational landmark for the various people groups who have inhabited the Sonoran Desert for thousands of years. The 1,500-foot peak can be seen for miles in all directions, due to the relatively flat surrounding desert. Picacho Peak is a gateway of sorts to Southern Arizona - if you're headed south from the Phoenix area, Picacho Peak is the first major landmark that indicates...
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