Please note that for all Wednesday Sweetwater walks in June, we will be starting at 6:00 AM. Trip difficulty: Easy; Walking distance: 1.5 miles, Trip Duration: 2.5 hrs, Elevation gain: none, but with chance of slight inclines/declines; Ground condition: groomed gravel trails. Drinking water and restrooms available at park’s entrance. Benches available at periodic intervals...
Level 3 is available for participants who have completed both Level 1 and 2. In this three-day program, participants will broaden their horsemanship knowledge by learning different breeds and colors of horses. While practicing more independence with the horses and riding skills develop further, participants are introduced to faster gaits and learn to maneuver through...
A special exhibit will be located inside the Visitor Center, on the side of the hall opposite the entrance to the theater. It will include posters, a short film, and a ranger led discussion to share what Juneteenth is and to elevate the stories and connections that Black communities have with public lands. Free with Park...
This Summer, join a ranger at 9 am for a 45 to 60 minute fossil discovery walk. This is a fun, family-friendly activity. The program is a favorite of Junior rangers who are able to explore a fossil bed and discover brachiopods, sponges, and other marine creatures preserved here in limestone for millions of years....
Hop in your car and follow a ranger along the Cactus Forest Loop Drive with stops along the way to experience and learn about the Sonoran Desert. Accessible program. Please meet at the Rincon Mountain Visitor Center at 3693 S Old Spanish Trail. Free with Park Fee
Hedgehogs raised domestically make interesting pets, but require close attention to their health needs. Get the information and advice you need to take good care of your hedgehog.
Crazy, quirky, or creepy, the facts about cactus are as fascinating as the folklore - and just as far-fetched. Join a Park Naturalist for a casual stroll and lighthearted look at our spiny desert dwellers Wheelchair accessible. Free with Park Fee
Age at least 1 yr but less than 10 yrs Jun 19, 2024 Wed 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Puppets are on parade with the Great Arizona Puppet Theater. Enjoy one-hour shows filled with storytelling and song. Each month brings a new production designed to ignite imagination and fill the theater with excitement and...
Join a ranger for a 15 minute talk at the Coronado National Memorial Visitor Center and learn about a variety of park topics including the Coronado Expedition, wildlife, and more! Ask a ranger at the visitor center desk for the topic of the day. Free with Park Fee
The desert seems full of scary, venomous creatures, especially this time of year! Ranger Jacque’s here to talk about the real lives of rattlesnakes, gila monsters, scorpions, and other desert dwellers you may encounter. It can seem like everything in the desert is out to sting, bite, or poke you. Ranger Jacque will shed some...
Alligators, manatees, and dolphins, oh my! Learn how the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S. uses its varied ecosystems to provide habitat to the myriad of animals and more. Discover...
This show explains the science and technology we will conquer for a successful moonbase in the coming decades. Follow our story filled with awe, danger, trepidation and share the wonder...
Enhance your afternoon with quick insights into the geologic story of Grand Canyon at our "Geo Glimpse" ranger program - presented daily at 3 pm. Meet in front of Yavapai Geology Museum. Learn how this immense canyon formed and the science behind the landscape. The program is 30 minutes long and is accessible. Grand Canyon is one-mile deep, up...
Join us for an afternoon of science fun as the Tucson Children's Museum presents Dino Discovery! Get ready to dive into the prehistoric era as we learn all about the majestic creatures that used to roam the land, and what they ate! No registration necessary. Space is limited, tickets will be handed out 30 minutes...
Do you love arts & crafts, games, and STEAM-centered fun? Join us each week for Create Club and enjoy hands-on activities that will ignite your imagination! Ideal for school-aged children but...
Come and join us for a wonderful hour of relaxing free build. Let your imaginations soar! LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. LEGO Club helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Club Lego ¡Los LEGOs son divertidos para toda la familia!...
The Expedition Reef show reveals, in exquisite detail, the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs around the world—and the scientists taking action to restore them. Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea.” Audience: General, all ages Style: Fulldome film followed by live talk about reefs Planetarium Tickets Adults: $14 Children (ages 3-15): $10...
Discover pivotal stories of survival, perseverance, and developing threats centered on Grand Canyon’s diverse cultural and natural resources. Meet the ranger at 4:30 pm at the Village Amphitheater, in the Historic District, along the Canyon Rim Trail, between Thunderbird and Kachina Lodges. Free with Park Fee
A special aternoon program will be presented on Juneteenth, (Wednesday, June 19, 2024), about Black American history at Grand Canyon, and reflections on accessibility and representation on public lands. Meet at 4:30 pm at Mather Point Amphitheater, on the rim of the canyon and just a short walk north of the Visitor Center. The closest parking...
Discover slime in a new way! Learn about its composition and create an enchanted slime to take home. This program is best for older children ages 6-12. First come first serve, while supplies last. ¡Descubre el slime de una forma nueva! Aprende sobre su composición y crea un slime encantado para llevártelo a casa. Este programa es ideal para los...
Explore the night skies from the summit of Mt. Lemmon using Arizona's LARGEST publicly available telescopes! Under the guidance of a professional, visitors will enjoy a brief astronomy lecture, a...
Occulus for all, 1 hr limit.
Join Ranger Annie to share what Juneteenth is and to elevate stories and connections that Black communities have with public lands, and more during this 30 to 45-minute program. Free with Park Fee
Ranger Jacque leads the way on this night hike, sure to please the senses as you take in the majestic moon, mysterious sounds, and creatures of the night. Discover the magic and majesty of the full moon rising over the desert landscape, following the famous Arizona sunset draping over the mountains. This 1.8 mile hike...