Take a guided journey through the Solar System and explore what makes each planet unique—from Jupiter’s giant storms to Saturn’s rings. We’ll also visit moons, asteroids, and the Milky Way on this cosmic adventure. Audience: General, all ages Style: Live star talk All-Inclusive Planetarium Show Tickets Show tickets include access to all science...
Come meet some of our "creepiest" creatures. October is spooky season, and the Sonoran Desert has some of the spookiest critters you can find anywhere! Snakes, scorpions, spiders, centipedes and bats all make their homes right here in our parks, and we will have a selection of these animals on hand for you to meet....
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 light dinner, and an exclusive opportunity to observe astronomical objects and phenomena. This five-hour program starts 2 hours before sunset and accommodates up to 28...
Join Ranger Jacque for a scenic hike, where we'll uncover the secrets of the mighty saguaro and its place in the desert ecosystem. Experience the beauty of the desert at sunset on this saguaro walk! This 1.3-mile loop along the Little Leaf and Goldmine Trails offers the perfect setting to learn about the towering saguaros...
This walk with Ranger Jacque is sure to please the senses as you embark on a nighttime hike with the majestic moon, mysterious sounds, and creatures of the night. Click program title for more details. Discover the magic and majesty of the full moon rising over the desert landscape, following the famous Arizona sunset draping...
Join Ranger Kevin for an evening hike under the stars. Come watch the full moon rise over the Superstition mountains. We’ll head out onto the Pass Mountain, Cat Peaks, Meridian and Blevins trails for a 2.3-mile loop hike, all the while immersing ourselves in the beauty of a desert landscape silvered by the moon and...