Events

Experience the numerous points of interest within our park.  Explore the canyon we are located in to find Fremont Indian petroglyphs, pictographs, and pictoglyphs. Take a ride on an ATV through our park to connect to the longest ATV trail in the world. Descend into a reconstructed pithouse to imagine the lives of the Fremont Indians 1000 years ago.  

July 26th
Sunset Talk

This canyon and surrounding area tells a story of change like no other. Join a ranger as we watch the sun go down and talk about the many changes that have occurred here! Meet at the Museum Activity Center at 8pm.

August 1st
Bat’s Incredible! Walk

As the sun goes down the night is often filled with an amazing flying mammal known as the bat. Come learn more about this creature on a short walk. The walk will be about a quarter of a mile and will start at the Museum at 9pm.

August 2nd
Scorpion Quest

Why do scorpions glow under a UV light? We are not totally sure but we are happy they do! Join us as we go on a quest to find the glow of the scorpion under our UV lights. We will me at the Museum Activity Center at 9pm and then we will drive out to our scorpion grounds, where the quest will begin!

August 9th
Full Moon Hike

The full moon lights the night sky making it easier for us to see as we hike by it’s light, but what effects does the full moon have on our nocturnal animals? Come learn during this full moon hike. The hike is a half mile on a dirt and rock trail so please bring the appropriate footwear! Meet at the Museum at 9pm!

August 15
Sunset Walk Through Time

Clear Creek Canyon has a rich history and tells many stories of change. Join a ranger on a short walk where you can learn more about the history of the canyon and some of the stories and mysteries associated with it. Meet at the Museum Activity Center at 7:30pm.

August 23rd
Star Party

Join us for a night of stargazing, constellation stories, and telescope viewing. We will start with a program about dark sky efforts, the constellations and their stories, and some naked-eye viewing. After that we will have a telescope set up to view some of the dark sky objects that can be seen this time of year. Meet in the Museum Parking Lot at 9:15pm.

August 28th
Scorpion Quest

With closed toe shoes and a handy dandy UV light, you will be ready to embark on a quest for the maybe not so elusive scorpion! Join our ranger for a fun night of searching and finding glowing scorpions in the night! Meet at the Museum Activity Center at 8:30pm.

August 29th
Sunset Walk

This canyon and surrounding area tells a story of change like no other. Join a ranger as we watch the sun go down and talk about the many changes that have occurred here! Meet at the Museum Activity Center at 7:15pm.

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*Would you like to join our amazing Park Family? Fremont is ALWAYS seeking volunteers! Contact the museum at 435-542-4631 to inquire.

**For all park events, day-use fees apply ($10 per vehicle, up to 8 individuals in a vehicle).

***All dates and events are subject to change.