The public is invited inside the reconstruction of Bent’s Old Fort, entering through the zaguan gate and into the plaza. Park Rangers will be present to explain the features of the fort and its 20 th century reconstruction. Entry into the...
Meet a Tule Springs Fossil Beds Park Ranger at the trailhead to learn more about our topic of the day. Get up close with fossils, swear your dog in as a B.A.R.K. Ranger, get your Junior Ranger book, and more!
*This trip is fully reserved. Additional sign-ups will be added to the wait list. Join park rangers for a guided canoe trip on the waters of the preserve. The program targets the casual and novice paddler. Canoes, life jackets, and paddles are...
World-famous ceramicist Jorge Quintana is known for his intricate and elegant Mata Ortiz pottery. Founded by Juan Quezada Celado, this style re-creates centuries-old pottery using traditional techniques. Quintana is a master of the process, from...
This volunteer-led hike will take you on the 2.2 mile loop-trail into Rinconada Canyon, where you will learn about the history of the area - from the geology that shaped it to the Ancestral Puebloans and Spaniards that left their marks behind to the...
Palo Alto Battlefield offers a variety of Ranger talks to encourage visitors of all ages to learn more about the park and its stories. Programs typically last approximately 30-45 minutes and are held at or near the Visitor Center. Program topics are...
Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park
Feb
28
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of Negro History Week (precursor to February’s Black History Month) Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park presents the following ranger-led lectures. Saturday, February 7, 2026 Pleasure and Misery...
The saguaro celebrates events and faces challenges throughout its life. A biologist explains how it provides shelter and substance for wildlife; when it flowers; its growth patterns; and how it fights for survival against drought, lightning, frost...
Join a ranger for a short stroll through the cactus garden located outside of the visitor center to learn about the saguaro cactus and other plants of the Sonoran Desert.
Palo Alto Battlefield offers a variety of Ranger talks to encourage visitors of all ages to learn more about the park and its stories. Programs typically last approximately 30-45 minutes and are held at or near the Visitor Center. Program topics are...
Join a park ranger at the Red Hills Visitor Center for a theater presentation about Saguaro National Park’s unique cultural, historical and natural resources. Presentations vary daily depending on the Ranger hosting, but a few popular ones go over...
A relaxed sunset program, designed for all ages, exploring the plants, wildlife, and people of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.
Hike up the Tanque Verde Ridge trail to get fantastic views of the sunset in the park. This hike is 0.5 miles round-trip on rugged terrain. Water, hiking shoes, and trekking poles are recommended.
A formal interpretive talk on the history, ecology, and/or culture of the Sonoran Desert. Talks change daily; inquire at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for details.
