Join Ranger Nikki on an easy to moderate hike to learn about the fascinating plant life in our Sonoran Desert. Join Ranger Nikki on a hike to learn about desert plants, shrubs and legume trees including bursage, palo verde and creosote and any monsoon vegetation that may be flourishing. The route uses Blevins, Spillway, Levee...
Fall is the best time to add new plants to the landscape. But timing isn’t all you need for success. Knowing which types of plants will thrive through our hot...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Explore our cactus community, learn how the saguaro thrives in the desert and discover the fascinating interrelationships between saguaros and other desert plants and animals. Plant a saguaro to take...
Herb gardening is easy and rewarding here in the Tucson desert. Even beginners can have great success growing their own herbs year-round. We’ll learn which herbs do well here, which...