# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Tarantula Trek for Families
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: Find out if you have arachnophobia or fall in love with spiders as you are introduced to the gentle giants of Mount Diablo.About this EventA scientist exploring California in the 1860s described Mount Diablo's tarantulas as "attaining the size of a half-grown mouse, possessing fangs the size of a rattlesnake's, and delivering a bite generally considered fatal." Yeesh.Is this the gruesome truth or just arachnophobia? Let’s find out!Join us for a nature walk through Mitchell Canyon and we will dispel any malicious rumors you might have heard about Mount Diablo’s misunderstood arachnids. As the sun sets, we’ll be on the lookout for another one of Mount Diablo arachnids – scorpions!Be sure to bring plenty of water and a snack, and dress in layers. Sturdy shoes or hiking boots are recommended. Heavy rain cancels. Restrooms are available at the parking lot.***There will be a $6 park entrance fee (exact cash required)Participant Limit: 20 peopleLand: Mount Diablo State ParkRating: EasyDistance: 2 milesElevation change: 300 feetLeader: Ken Lavin, Save Mount Diablo Hike Leader and NaturalistMeet: Mitchell Canyon Interpretive Center parking area, 96 Mitchell Canyon Rd, Clayton, CA 94517GPS Coordinates: 37.920526478998255, -121.94154776066564Directions: From I-680, head east on Ygnacio Valley Road for 7.5 miles, then turn right on Clayton Road. Continue on Clayton Road, take a right on Mitchell Canyon Road, and follow it to the end.(Photo by Joan Hamilton)FAQsAre dogs allowed on Discover Diablo hikes?No. Some Discover Diablo hikes take place on land owned by other organizations (such as Mount Diablo State Park & East Bay Regional Park lands) and many of the trails on these properties have a strict no-dog policy.Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?Anyone under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?No. On the hike day, we will have a roster with your registration information on it. Please make sure to check in with the hike leader.Can I update my registration information?Yes. If you would like to change anything, please reach out to discoverdiablo@savemountdiablo.org.How can I contact the organizer with any questions?You can contact us at discoverdiablo@savemountdiablo.org.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/clayton/tarantula-trek-for-families/100001980677753479
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 3 hours
  - Location: Mitchell Canyon Parking lot
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Clayton
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Mitchell Canyon Parking lot
- **lat**: 37.921096
- **long**: -121.9412245
- **full address**: Mitchell Canyon Parking lot, 96 Mitchell Canyon Road, Clayton, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Tarantula Trek for Families being held?
  - **A:** Tarantula Trek for Families takes place on Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Fri, 04 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Mitchell Canyon Parking lot, 96 Mitchell Canyon Road, Clayton, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Tarantula Trek for Families?
  - **A:** Tarantula Trek for Families is organized by Discover Diablo.

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