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Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike

Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about a variety of desert and riparian plants.  

Join Ranger Nikki to learn about plants that grow along the upper park trails and those that grow along lower areas along the creek. The route uses Spur Cross, Tortuga, Boca Grande and Dragonfly trails and a short portion of roadway to return to the parking lot for a total of 3.6 miles. The terrain ranges from flat and even to rocky and uneven with small to medium rocks underfoot. Wear closed-toe shoes and sun-protective clothing. There is NO water available at the park so please bring plenty of your own. Portable restrooms are available at the Trailhead.

MEETING LOCATION: Main Trailhead at covered picnic tables and restrooms

Map of meeting location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Rhc5o86VozSUi2R6

*Please note: Entry to Spur Cross Conservation Area is $3 per person. Annual Pass or CASH only (exact change appreciated). Credit/Debit/Mobile not accepted.

Limit 20 participants. To register, please call the Cave Creek Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 8 with your name, phone number, number of people attending and the Session Number. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 1/20/25.

  • Audience: Adults, Teens (13 - 18 years)
  • Genre: Field Sciences
  • Type: Field Trip/Outdoor Activity, Tour/Walk
  • Date Custom: 01/22/2025
  • Allowed Ages: Teens, Adults
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Date

Jan 22 2025

Time

9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Cost

Free with Park Fee

Labels

East Valley STEM Hub

Location

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area
44000 N. Spur Cross Rd., Cave Creek, AZ, 85331
Website
https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/park-locator/spur-cross-ranch-conservation-area/

Organizer

Maricopa County Parks and Recreation
Phone
602-506-2930
Email
maricopacountyparks@maricopa.gov
Website
https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/
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