Events

Snow Canyon State Park hosts a variety of ranger-guided events from walks, hikes, seated lectures, star parties, and more.

Descriptions of upcoming events are listed below and on our Call of the Canyon newsletter.

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Events

MAY 2026

Saturday, May 2, 2026 – Johnson Canyon Guided Hike

Join a ranger to discover the beauty of this seasonally closed canyon. Last chance of the season before its too hot outside! 9:00am-11:00am. *Registration required*

Sunday, May 3, 2026 – The Living Desert

Take a journey through the hidden world of the Mojave desert ecosystem! Easy to moderate hike. 9:00am-11:00am. *Registration required*

Thursday, May 7, 2026 – Scorpion Safari

Warmer weather brings out the invertebrates! Join a ranger to face your fears by learning and searching for native scorpions. 8:30pm-10:00pm. *Registration required*

Friday, May 8, 2026 – Lunch & Learn Lecture Series

Upper Galoot Picnic Area. 1:00pm-2:00pm. Bring your lunch and explore the canyon’s natural history from a expert naturalist.

Friday, May 8, 2026 – A Tortoise’s Journey

Live like a tortoise and take an easy walk to learn about these wonderful reptiles! 5:00pm-7:00pm. *Registration required*

Saturday, May 9th, 2026 – How the Canyon Got Its Name

Take an easy hike to dive into the human history in the canyon. 9:00am-11:00am. *Registration required*

Friday, May 15, 2026 – Lunch & Learn Lecture Series

Upper Galoot Picnic Area. 1:00pm-2:00pm. Bring your lunch and explore the canyon’s natural history from a expert naturalist.

Friday, May 15, 2026 – Batty & Beautiful

Bust some myths around bats, a fascinating but misunderstood mammal. Moderate hiking, scrambling, & headlamps required. 6:00pm-8:00pm. *Registration required*

Saturday, May 16, 2026 – Under the Milky Way

Upper Galoot Picnic Area. 8:30pm-10:00pm. Bundle up under the stars with a naturalist to guide you through the cosmos. Bring a chair, blanket, and a red flashlight!

All listed events are free and open to the public. Standard entrance fees apply. Space is limited; registration required unless the event location is given in the program description. Program registration is held two days preceding the scheduled event. Register by phone or in person. For more information or to register for a program, contact park staff at the Snow Canyon Visitor Center: (435) 628-2255.

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