Did you know there are well over 250 cacti species native to the Sonoran Desert spanning the United States and Mexico? In fact, across the U.S., you can find close...
Celebrate the spirit of America250 on this scenic sunset hike through the heart of the Sonoran Desert. We will walk among desert plant survivors, some of which have been growing since the dawn of the American story. This 2.1-mile hike follows the Service Road and Moonlight trails. The terrain is rocky with slight elevation change. Along the way,...
It can seem like everything in the desert is out to sting, bite, or poke you. Ranger Jacque will give you the scoop about what's really going on and what to look...
This Desert 101 hike is perfect for exploring the foothills and enjoying a famous Arizona sunset. The route is approximately 3.5 miles roundtrip on the Goldmine, San Tan, and Moonlight Trails, featuring gravelly, slightly rocky terrain, with moderate inclines. Along the way, we'll discover the surprising diversity and adaptability of the desert! Don't forget to bring plenty of water,...
Start your morning with a challenging but rewarding workout on the Goldmine trail, which is a difficult rated hike with 541ft of elevation gained to reach one of the peaks in the Goldmine mountains. The terrain ranges from even and smooth with small to medium rocks underfoot to steep hills with elevation gain and large rocks. This hike requires going...
Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sunset while also learning about saguaros along the way. We will see the sunset, saguaros, saguaro blossoms, and maybe some evening critters as well. You may bring your blacklight and regular flashlight to look for evening critters(optional). This hike will be about 2.5 miles starting on the San...