Tarantula Trek - SUNDAY

SUNOL - Love is in the air! As summer turns to fall, tarantulas emerge in search of a mate, offering a rare glimpse into their secretive lives. Join us as we learn about their fascinating mating behaviors, then head out to see if we can spot these gentle wanderers on their search for love. $5 parking fee if you arrive before 5 pm. * Tarantula sightings not guaranteed. Distance of Nature Exploration: .5 - 2 miles Elevation Change: 0 - 500 ft Type of Trail: Dirt - Natural stone / Slight Incline Materials participants need to bring to the program: Water, hat, layers, sturdy shoes 6 plus years of age Adult Participation Required. 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.