Desert Discovery Nature Trail
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Dogs (leashed)
The Desert Discovery Nature Trail at Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Arizona is an easy and flat 0.4 mile interpretive loop hike.
The trail isn't very long, but it gives you a chance to learn about the surround landscape, ecology, and the geological history of Saguaro National Park and the Sonoran Desert.
Parking can be found at the trailhead, just north of the Red Hills Visitor Center along North Kinney Rd.
Dogs are allowed on this trail, on leash.
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26
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Total Change
26
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Ascent
26
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Descent
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Note: Waypoints always include the parking location and trailhead. Campsites, waterfalls, and other points of interest are included in the GPX only if shown on the map.
Note: Waypoints always include the parking location and trailhead. Campsites, waterfalls, and other points of interest are included in the GPX only if shown on the map.
2 Trip Reports
0.4
miles
Trail added
January 06, 2019
Updated on
January 07, 2019
2020 donation goal
21% raised
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