Saguaro National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Tucson, Arizona is home to the nation's largest cacti. The giant saguaro is the universal symbol of the American west. These majestic plants, found only in a small portion of the United States, are protected by Saguaro National Park, to the east and west of the modern city of Tucson.
Plan Your Visit - Saguaro National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
The TMD (west) boasts large stands of saguaro cactus creating a breathtaking saguaro forest, whereas the RMD (east) hosts a magnificent sky island, where you can find bears, cougars and the ever elusive coati (aka coatimundi).
Saguaro National Park - Wikipedia
Saguaro National Park is a national park of the United States in southeastern Arizona. The 92,000-acre (37,000 ha) park consists of two separate areas—the Tucson Mountain District (TMD), about 10 miles (16 km) west of Tucson, and the Rincon Mountain District (RMD), about 10 miles (16 km) east of the city.
The Saguaro Cactus - U.S. National Park Service
The saguaro (suh-waa-row), also known as the giant cactus, has been an iconic symbol of the American southwest for ages. These majestic beings are easily recognized by their size and structure, sometimes reaching a height of 50 feet tall.
Saguaro National Park First Visit Guide (2024) - We Dream of ...
Dec 8, 2023 · In this guide to Saguaro National Park, I will explain everything you need to know for planning your visit. This includes information on the best things to see and do in Saguaro, camping, fees, and getting around in both the East and South sections of the park.
Nature - Saguaro National Park (U.S. National Park Service) - NPS
Jun 17, 2024 · Explore how water is an important part of Saguaro National Park. Find a working plant list for the park as well as interactive keys to help identify plants at both park districts. Learn more about the park's residents including amphibians, birds, mammals, and reptiles.
Saguaro National Park | Plants, Sunsets & Trails - Visit Tucson
Saguaro National Park West, located in the Tucson Mountains, and Saguaro National Park East, located in the Rincon Mountains, are home to over 2 million saguaros. With over 91,000 acres of land, visitors can experience a beautiful desert oasis filled with saguaros and wildlife.
Saguaro National Park, Tucson, Arizona - American Southwest
Arizona > Saguaro National Park Highlights: Two scenic regions either side of Tucson containing particularly dense and flourishing forests of the saguaro cactus, plus many other Sonoran Desert plants.
8 Amazing Things to Do in Saguaro National Park
Jun 24, 2019 · Here are the best things to do in Saguaro National Park, plus when to go, where to stay, how to plan your time, and what it is like in June.
Ultimate Guide to Saguaro National Park (+ Two Day Itinerary)
Feb 12, 2023 · Saguaro National Park may get its name from a single species of cactus, but it is so much more than that. Located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert in Southern Arizona just 60 miles north of the United States – Mexico border, the park protects 90,000+ acres of land.