Welcome! Join us for a guided adventure in the beautiful McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We have something for everyone. Read below for important details and then sign up! Description The Conservancy has a mission to help sustain the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran...
Enjoy a beautiful morning while on this barrier-free nature walk with Ranger Jacque. This approachable walk is on a 0.6-mile trail around the lake. We go at a comfortable, strolling pace, pausing at a few stops along the way to discover what makes this area so unique, making this perfect for beginners, photographers, families, and...
This introduction to the Sonoran Desert is perfect for residents and visitors alike. Join Ranger Kevin for a 2.8-mile hike on the Gila and Baseline trails. Trails are rated moderate, so expect stretches of loose rock, uneven terrain and elevation change. We’ll be talking about what makes our desert quite possibly the most biodiverse desert...
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...
Learn all about the Sonoran Desert ecosystem on this guided walk with Ranger Eric! Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about the animals, plants, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. We will hike 4.4 miles on a loop of Scenic Trail and part of Pemberton Trail. It is rated as moderate, with...
Thousands of LED lights illuminate the trees and custom-built, oversized structures delight the senses. The light tunnel, dancing cypress trees, traditional punched-tin trees, a brand-new crescent moon, and a dazzling display of luminarias will wow you! Experience a holiday light show unlike any other in southern Arizona! Designed by nationally known public garden landscape architect Tres...