Botany

This walk provides a geological and ecological overview of what lives in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, and how the flora and fauna survive and thrive. Restrooms and water are available at the trailhead. Please bring water and snacks for the trail. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before start of walk. Ages 9+

Hike 3 miles through pristine Sonoran Desert past native American rock art and through riparian habitat. As the group moves through the park there will be frequent stops to talk about history, plants, and animals. Hikers should bring water, protective clothing, supportive shoes, flashlights and if you have them a blacklight. There are portable bathrooms...