Tarantula Trek

As summer turns to fall these amazing arachnids are out and about looking for love.

Join us as we search for our arachnid friends and learn about their amorous adventures.

6 plus years of age.

Adult Participation Required.

Tarantula sightings are not guaranteed.

Bring water and snack to enjoy on program.

**Hikes will be on unpaved trails and approximately 2 miles with up to 500 ft. elevation

Hike occurs rain or shine.

Be wilderness ready and prepared for the weather.

Organized groups such as homeschool, scouts, etc. must submit a program application request to book a private program for your group.

From Fremont, drive north on I-680 and exit at Calaveras Road (near the town of Sunol.)

Turn right at the exit onto Calaveras Road and proceed about four miles to a left turn onto Geary Road, which leads directly into the park.

(If you find yourself driving uphill on a narrow winding road you’ve missed the Geary Road turnoff.)

To reach the visitor center take the first left after the park entrance.

From the Oakland-Berkeley area, drive east on I-580 to the junction with I-680.

Take I-680 south and exit at Calaveras Road/Highway 84 just south of the Sunol exit.

At the bottom of the exit, turn left onto Calaveras Road and proceed as noted above.