Visitors expecting to see desolate wastelands full of sand dunes are often surprised to find our desert lush and teeming with life. Everywhere you look you'll see an amazing variety of plants and animals specially adapted to our very unique habitat. And that's just on the desert floor. A short drive up nearby Mt. Lemmon takes you through seven different eco-systems from a desert environment to Ponderosa Pine forests typical of Canada. In the spring, the desert becomes a spectacular carpet of color from flourishing wildflowers and blooming cactus.
A scenic 49-acre desert preserve and center of nature, arts and culture. Enjoy three art galleries, …
Upcoming Events
Butterfly Magic at the Gardens- Dec. 1 - Mar. 31 Tucson Botanical Gardens presents Arizona's only live, tropical butterfly exhibit. View colorful butterflies fluttering in a special greenhouse and help support global efforts for sustainable conservation., (520) 326-9686.
Wings Over Willcox- Jan. 14 - Jan. 18 Nature enthusiasts from around the world attend seminars, tours, and presentations during a fun-filled weekend of birding pleasure for the novice, expert or curious. Willcox, Arizona., 1-800-200-2272.
Mineral Madness- Jan. 24 - Jan. 25 Rockhounds can learn about minerals and rocks and find new treasures for their collections at family-friendly event that includes minerals for sale, educational exhibits, and games for kids., (520) 883-1380.
Spring Satellite Grand American Trap Shoot- Feb. 16 - Feb. 22 Annual tournament for competitive shotgun shooting at clay targets presented by Tucson Trap and Skeet Club., 520-883-6426.
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