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Desert Botanical Garden

Papago Park: Phoenix, Arizona
cactus in bloom Desert Botanical Garden
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Located in Papago Park, The Desert Botanical Garden covers over 50 acres and provides one of the world's best opportunities for viewing a diverse group of desert plants. The park was founded in 1937, and continues to grow. Its mission is to provide education about and conservation of desert plants.

Over 300,000 visitors per year come to see the garden, which includes 139 rare, threatened and endangered plant species.

Trails are easy, well maintained and mostly flat. A restaurant is located on the site. Special tours are available, such as the "Flashlight Tour" which features critters of the night. The Plants And Animals Of The Sonoran Desert Tour covers the medicinal and utilitarian uses of some of the plants of the Sonoran desert. Click the link listed below under "Resources" for more information on fees, tours, hours and activities. 		ocatillo in bloom Desert Botanical Garden


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rock garden
Though located in the heart of the city, near Sky Harbor airport, the park remains a pristine escape to unspoiled desert.

Stroll through the grounds, then take in the butterfly exhibit. Top off your day with a picnic lunch.
wildflowers Desert Botanical Garden

octopus cactus
This octopus cactus is one of my favorites! 		Papago Park
This "mountain" is a focal point of the park

Special Tips

Traveling with children or special needs


accessible trail accessibility information  Accessibility
Main trails are wheelchair accessible. Some, smaller, side trails are narrow and not as easily accessible. Benches provide rest areas. Scooters and wheelchairs are available for rent. Service dogs are allowed in the park.



accessibility information  Traveling with children
Children's books and toys are available in The Garden Shop on the premises. The park provides a fun and educational experience for children. Strollers and umbrellas are available for rent.



traveling with pets  Traveling with pets
Service dogs are allowed in the park; pets are not allowed. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PET UNATTENDED IN YOUR VEHICLE. Even in winter, temperatures can become dangerously high in the desert.


Directions & Resources

Located near Sky Harbor airport in Phoenix.

1201 N. Galvin Parkway
Phoenix Arizona, 85008

Resources:
desertbotanical.org