🚨This event is now full and is no longer accepting registrations! Thank you everyone for the great response. This post will remain up in case anyone needs to refer back to it for details.
Wear your costumes and grab your flashlights to come explore the park after dark. Meet some of the creepy critters that haunt the park at night and enjoy some activities and treats on this self-guided hike along the Las Vegas Wash Trail (1.5 mi).
This is a family friendly event and will be dark, so costumes that limit your ability to see, make it difficult to move, or that might be inappropriate for a family audience are not recommended. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Sweet treats are sponsored by our friends group the Protectors of Tule Springs.
Date: Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Location: Ice Age Fossils State Park - Check in with the front desk
Need to Know
• This hike is limited to 100 people and registration is REQUIRED. Individuals that show up and are unregistered will be turned away. This form will stop accepting reservations once we reach capacity or 12 pm 10/24/26, whichever comes first.
• Participants MUST arrive between 7:00-8:00 pm. If you arrive outside of that time frame the gates will be closed. The event ends at 9:30 pm and all visitors must exit the park by then.
• Flashlights are required (minimum of 1 for every 2 people) and red lights are preferred since they are less disruptive to other hikers and wildlife. UV flashlights are welcome if you are looking for fluorescent wildlife.
• Pets are not allowed for safety purposes.
• Minors under 17 must be accompanied by an adult and always stay with that adult.
• This event is weather dependent.
• The museum space will be closed for this event, but the visitor center gift shop will be open during check-in, and the restrooms will be open for the duration of the event.
What to Bring
• Water
• Comfortable shoes
• Weather-appropriate clothing
• Flashlights
• Your Halloween costumes!
What to Expect
• A glimpse of the park after dark
• The Las Vegas Wash Trail is 1.5 miles long over uneven terrain with steps, steep slopes, and gravely surfaces. Most of the Las Vegas Wash Trail is not appropriate for wheelchairs or mobility devices.
• Arrival is from 7:00-8:00 pm.
• Check-in and activities run from 7-8 pm and the hike runs from 7:30-9:30 pm.
• This event ends at 9:30 pm and all park visitors must be exiting the park by that time.
Fees & Registration
• The $3 per person (kids 12 and under are free) entry fee applies.
• There is no additional cost for this program.
• Registration required.
Contact
This program is hosted by Ice Age Fossils State Park. For questions, contact:
Dawn Reynoso or Emilisa Saunders
Park Interpreter
[email protected] or
[email protected] 702-533-7819
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Nevada State Parks is committed to providing accessible experiences for all visitors. If you need a reasonable communication accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the park or event coordinator no later than 10 days in advance so we have time to work with you and support your visit.
