Prescott Night Hike and Stargazing

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This night hike isn’t just a walk in the dark, it’s a private, guided journey into Prescott's most magical hours. Led by expert naturalists, our guides created a tour that combines breathtaking sunset views, unmatched stargazing in the dark skies of Prescott, and engaging wildlife exploration using UV flashlights to spot glowing scorpions. You’ll hike in peaceful wilderness areas far from crowds, enjoying cooler evening temperatures and the quiet solitude of the high desert at night. This is Prescott at its most serene, mysterious, and awe-inspiring. Let us take you on an unforgettable experience you won’t find anywhere else.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Rain Ponchos
Entrance fee
Snacks
Black Diamond Headlamps
High Powered Laser Pointer for Astronomy Talk
UV Flashlights for Scorpion Spotting
Trekking Poles
WFR Certified Hiking Guide
Optional Guide Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We are happy to pick you up at your hotel, vacation rental, resort, or campground. After your tour, your guide will shuttle you back to your lodging.
If we are picking you up at the meeting point in Prescott, our van is clearly marked with our logo and name and your Guide will be on the lookout for you and your group.

OR
Meeting point
Sprouts Farmers Market

We will meet in the Sprouts grocery store parking lot in the Depot Marketplace along Sheldon Street in Downtown Prescott.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

This night hike isn’t just a walk in the dark, it’s a guided journey into Prescott’s most magical hours. Led by expert naturalists, this tour blends a glowing high-desert sunset with hands on exploration of the nocturnal world that comes alive after dusk. As daylight fades, your guide will point out early stars and share stories about constellations, dark-sky ecology, and the rhythms of nighttime wildlife.
Once night has fully settled in, we’ll continue along the trail using headlamps. This is where the desert reveals its hidden side. You’ll use UV flashlights to search for glowing scorpions, and listen for calls of nocturnal birds and mammals. Your guide will highlight native plants, geological features, and cultural history that shaped this landscape long before Prescott existed.
Throughout the journey, you’ll hike through peaceful wilderness far from crowds, enjoying cooler evening temperatures and the quiet solitude of the high desert at night. This is Prescott at its most serene, mysterious, and awe-inspiring, a side of Arizona few people ever witness.
Let us take you on a night of discovery, wonder, and unforgettable moments you won’t find anywhere else.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by ARRA

Tags

Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Photography Tours
Wildlife Watching
Photo Shoots
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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