OA SIS DE SERT
Summer at the Garden
TRAIL
MAP & VISITORS GUIDE
GARDEN GOlike a pro
Welcome Your Desert Oasis!
As you explore the Garden and desert plants from around the world remember: Summer temperatures frequently reach more than 115 degrees. Be prepared for the extreme heat.
Stay hydrated with water refilling stations.
Don’t be shy–anyone with a name badge is happy to help.
Cool off in Cool Down Zones or shady spots.
Be sun safe–wear a hat and reapply sunscreen often.
YEAR ROUND
Here are seasonal highlights you may encounter on today’s visit. For more bloom sightings, visit the “What’s in Bloom” display in Ottosen Entry Garden.
Echinopsis spp. Flying Saucer
Coryphantha spp. Beehive Cactus
Carnegiea gigantea Saguaro
Birding Tour
Learn more about the desert birds on the trails.
Happiness Tour Take in the natural beauty and peace of the
Cool Down in The RAF Exhibit Gallery
Escape
ABOUT THEtrails
DESERT DISCOVERY TRAIL
(1/3 mile = .53 km)
Explore the Garden’s main trail and discover the many ways desert plants from around the world have adapted to the environment. Featuring a diverse array of cactus and succulents as well as historic plant collections, this core trail takes you on a journey to celebrate the beauty of the desert
Harriet K. Maxwell
DESERT WILDFLOWER TRAIL
(1/3 mile = .53 km) | Closes at sunset
Stroll along this meandering trail where you’ll encounter brightly colored blooms as well as the pollinators they attract, like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Find out how flowers, insects and birds play an essential role in thriving desert ecosystems.
CENTER FOR DESERT LIVING TRAIL
(1/10 mile = .16 km)
Fragrant herbs, vegetable beds and shady spots to relax make this trail a delight for the senses. Come see what’s growing this season and discover tips for creating a lush, water-wise home garden.
SONORAN DESERT NATURE TRAIL
(1/4 mile = .40 km)
Take our nature trail to learn how plants and animals survive in the desert with so little water. Watch for wildlife on your way to the top and take in mountain vistas that will change your point of view.
PLANTS & PEOPLE OF THE SONORAN DESERT TRAIL
(1/3 mile = .53 km)
Wander through five diverse desert habitats and discover the variety of ways indigenous people use native plants for food, fiber and shelter.
Your Nights Just Got Cooler ...
Now – Sept. 30 | Enjoy this made-for-summer Garden After Dark experience as more than 12 light installations take over the trails. This shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. Music Nightly!
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