Come explore the Children’s Garden every Tuesday and Thursday morning! Water the plants, discover vibrant flowers, observe buzzing insects, and check out the veggies and herbs—there’s always something new to see and learn!
Join Ranger Nikki to look for early signs of wildflowers and other blooming plants. Ranger Nikki will lead you on a hike to talk about a variety of plants along the trail. Depending on how much winter rainfall we received, there may be signs of common wildflowers such as lupine, poppy, and scorpionweed and perennial...
Join us as we explore the stunning Jewel of the Creek Preserve, learning about our native plants and wildlife. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. The trail is rocky in places on uneven surfaces, with an approximately 100-foot elevation change. We recommend that you wear closed-toed shoes, sun protection, and bring drinking water. Bring binoculars if...
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...
Experience Tohono Chul while learning some of the basics of the ecology of the Sonoran Desert. Join us for a Walk in the Gardens and get an intimate look at the plants and animals that call Tohono Chul home. During this guided tour, you’ll hear about desert wildlife and learn how to identify some of...
Join Ranger Eric on a 2-mile roundtrip hike along the Cottonwood Trail, as we learn about the plants, animals, and ecology of the Sonoran Desert. The hike is rated as easy, with some rocky and uneven surfaces, and gradual inclines and declines. Please dress in layers, wear protective clothing or sunblock for sun exposure, wear...
To commemorate National Invasive Species Awareness Week, drop by to talk with Ranger Nikki about local and regional efforts to manage the spread of non-native invader plants as a proactive step towards ecological restoration and to reduce fire risk. Stop by an information table to learn about the Desert Defenders program, a powerful collaboration uniting...
Drop by to talk with Ranger Olivia and learn about local and regional efforts to manage the spread of non-native invader plants as a proactive step towards ecological restoration and fire risk reduction. Stop by an information table to learn about the Desert Defenders program, a powerful collaboration uniting citizen scientist, the Central Arizona Conservation...
Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Ranger Olivia leads this picturesque hike to watch the sun set while also learning about saguaros along the way. We will see the sunset, saguaros, and maybe some evening critters as well. You may bring your blacklight and regular...