Tucson - Saguaro National Park 
The Saguaro National Park, part of the Sonora Desert, extends east and west of Tucson. The characteristic feature of this desert area, the lowest in North America, is the abundant and varied flora and fauna which flourish in spite of the great heat: the typical saguaro or candelabra cactuses, which are the tallest species in North America, birds like the Gila woodpecker and cactus wren which live on the cactuses, rattlesnakes, desert tortoises and the Gila monster (a large lizard).
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Things to See
Saguaro National Park East
The eastern portion of Saguaro National Park is also known as the Rincon Mountain District. It is about 15 miles from downtown Tucson.
Saguaro National Park West
The western portion of Saguaro National Park is also known as the Tucson Mountain District. It is located about 15 miles from downtown Tucson.
Saguaro National Park Visitor Center
3693 South Old Spanish Trail
Tucson, AZ 85730-5601
United States
3693 South Old Spanish Trail
Tucson, AZ 85730-5601
United States
Phone 1 (520) 733-5153
Fax 1 (520) 733-5183
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 7:00 | 7:00 | 7:00 | 7:00 | 7:00 | 7:00 | 7:00 |
| Close | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset | Sunset |
Always closed on:
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Driving off the road is prohibited. Entrance fee valid for 7 days.
Pets must be leashed at all times. They are not allowed on trails.
Parking
Pay
Disabled
Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Guides
Guided tour available as optional extra.
Facilities
Gift shop
