Coe Park Tarantula Festival

Come to the Coe Park Tarantula Fest and rub elbows (so to speak) with some of our fuzzy, friendly eight-legged guests of honor. The event is held at the headquarters campground, which has breathtaking views across the ridges and canyons of the backcountry.

• Join in on fun and interactive activities designed just for kids!
• Meet live birds of prey and other local wildlife with presentations by the Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center (WERC)
• Get up close to live tarantulas and snakes
• Learn about some of the animals that live in Coe
• Join a volunteer-led hike to spot tarantulas in their natural habitat
• Listen to experts in geology, biology, and ornithology as they share fascinating insights through engaging talks and exhibits
• Discover how you can contribute to citizen science and make a positive impact in your local community
• Learn the exciting hobby of geocaching and embark on a guided treasure hunt
• Take a peek inside a live, working bee hive
• Explore and climb aboard an official state park fire engine (if available)
• Learn about controlled burns. Why are they important?