| when | May 8, 2026 Friday |
| Trip Report : March 4, 2025 | |
| where | Desert Botanical Garden front gate |
| the hike |
Think the desert is all dirt and tumbleweeds? Think again. Desert Botanical Garden is home to thousands of species of cactus, trees and flowers
from all around the world spread across 140 acres in Phoenix, Arizona.
We will explore the Pride of Phoenix. Desert Botanical Garden is a 140-acre botanical garden located in Papago Park, at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, central Arizona. Founded by the Arizona Cactus and Native Flora Society in 1937 and established at this site in 1939, the garden now has more than 50,000 plants in more than 4,000 taxa, one-third of which are native to the area, including 379 species which are rare, threatened or endangered. Of special note are the rich collections of agave (4,026 plants in 248 taxa) and cacti (13,973 plants in 1,320 taxa), especially the Opuntia sub-family. Plants from less extreme climate conditions are protected under shadehouses. It focuses on plants adapted to desert conditions, including an Australian collection, a Baja California collection and a South American collection. Several ecosystems are represented: a mesquite bosque, semi-desert grassland, and upland chaparral. Discover the next wave of talent with our new series—uncover emerging artists, never-before-heard music and album drops designed to spark excitement for Garden members and music lover alike! All ages event. You must log into Desert Botanical Garden before hand and get your Light Show ticket(s) Free for DBG members. |
| distance | 2 - 3 miles |
| time | 2 hours |
| EC | low elevation change |
| elevations | 1200' |
| type | nature walk |
| rating | "D" Rate yourself as a hiker. |
| dogs allowed | no |
| cost | Free for DBG members, $40.00 otherwise. The club also allows voluntary contributions of $5 per non-member. |
| weather | Phoenix |
| leader | You must email the leader to confirm with your name and phone number. |
| meet | 5:30 PM Desert Botanical Garden front gate. Restrooms will be available. Free parking. Buy the ticket for the 6 PM entry. |
| drive |
Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix. Next to the Phoenix zoo. Papago Park, at 1201 N. Galvin Parkway in Phoenix, |
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