Sonoran Desert Botany Hike
Lost Dutchman State Park
March 27 | April 3 and 17 9 a.m. (unless otherwise stated)
Get to know the plant life of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Arizona State Park Volunteer, Valerie. You'll spend an hour exploring the trails and learning about local cacti, trees, and shrubs, seeing how they've adapted to grow in and support this ecosystem. Expect some small hills and loose gravel with no shade or places to sit. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
All ages are welcome, but please be prepared to carry little ones, as the trails can't accommodate strollers. Pets are welcome on a leash. Meet at the Palo Verde Day Use Ramada. The program is free with paid park entry. Hike will be limited to the first 12 participants on a first come, first serve basis.
This event is part of Outdoors250, a celebration of America’s 250th anniversary and Arizona’s natural heritage. By participating in this event, you can enter to win Outdoors250 prizes by signing up at AZStateParks.com/Outdoors250.
Program dates:
December 12, 2025
December 23, 2025
January 9, 2026
January 24, 2026 - 10 a.m.
February 13, 2026
February 20, 2026
March 13 and 27
April 3 and 17
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Innovative Insects - Arthropod Presentation at Lost Dutchman
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Music at the Mountain Karaoke Jam
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Music at Lost Dutchman with Steve Jones
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Monday, April 13, 2026
A Passion for Backpacking: An Evening of Storytelling with Dick Mallery at Lost Dutchman State Park
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