Saguaro National Park in Arizona: 14 Things to do on the West and East Side
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Date: 2023-08-24
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michele
Awesome video Josh! We moved from Tucson to California for my husbands work just over 3 years ago and miss it so much! We live at the base of the San Garbriel Mountains and it is so odd for me to see mountains without our beloved Saguaros. Also, on the west side is A mountain. It has a steep elevation but is paved and family friendly. Personally, Im a bit partial to Sabino Canyon on the east side and the Catalina State park on the northwest side. The Santa Catalina mountains are where they reintroduced the Bighorn Sheep. I think it was in 2014. Its also wise to remind folks that the heat in AZ brings out the rattlesnakes and to always be looking out for them. Additionally, the summer monsoons can be treacherous and dry washes can suddenly become raging rivers so folks should always take warnings seriously.
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Awesome video Josh! We moved from Tucson to California for my husbands work just over 3 years ago and miss it so much! We live at the base of the San Garbriel Mountains and it is so odd for me to see mountains without our beloved Saguaros. Also, on the west side is A mountain. It has a steep elevation but is paved and family friendly. Personally, Im a bit partial to Sabino Canyon on the east side and the Catalina State park on the northwest side. The Santa Catalina mountains are where they reintroduced the Bighorn Sheep. I think it was in 2014. Its also wise to remind folks that the heat in AZ brings out the rattlesnakes and to always be looking out for them. Additionally, the summer monsoons can be treacherous and dry washes can suddenly become raging rivers so folks should always take warnings seriously.
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AUROREALIS
I recommend stopping at the visitor's center at both parks. Great information and knowledgeable rangers and volunteers. Both parks offer many tours and classes to become educated beyond what the eye can see. These parks are consider rare Eco-regions in the Great Sonoran Desert and enjoyed by thousands of visitors worldwide each year. Great video, narrative and overview of this magnificent area - thanks for including the famed Sonoran Desert Museum - all a must see in the grand Southwest US!
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I recommend stopping at the visitor's center at both parks. Great information and knowledgeable rangers and volunteers. Both parks offer many tours and classes to become educated beyond what the eye can see. These parks are consider rare Eco-regions in the Great Sonoran Desert and enjoyed by thousands of visitors worldwide each year. Great video, narrative and overview of this magnificent area - thanks for including the famed Sonoran Desert Museum - all a must see in the grand Southwest US!
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Desert
If you travel approximately 90 miles north you will find the Tonto National Park which is nuzzled in with the Superstition Mountains and the Superior Country side. Traveling east on HWY 60 from Apache Junction following along the South front Range of the Superstition Mountains you will enjoy miles and mils of Saguaro's and other indigenous Desert Cactus. There are also countless off road trails that will take you deep into the Superior Mountains either for off-roading or hiking.
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If you travel approximately 90 miles north you will find the Tonto National Park which is nuzzled in with the Superstition Mountains and the Superior Country side. Traveling east on HWY 60 from Apache Junction following along the South front Range of the Superstition Mountains you will enjoy miles and mils of Saguaro's and other indigenous Desert Cactus. There are also countless off road trails that will take you deep into the Superior Mountains either for off-roading or hiking.
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Gary
A great park to visit. We rented an Airbnb in an area, not the park, full of Saguaros and other cactus type plants. For a week we roamed around the area with fascination of the alien plant experience. That park is huge and it borders Mexico that extends the Saguaros even further South. Thanks for the great coverage.
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A great park to visit. We rented an Airbnb in an area, not the park, full of Saguaros and other cactus type plants. For a week we roamed around the area with fascination of the alien plant experience. That park is huge and it borders Mexico that extends the Saguaros even further South. Thanks for the great coverage.
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Clare
Wow! So happy I found you & your dad! I'm stuck in bed sick today & I have been watching you on my big TV. Feels like I'm there at all the cool places. I've been binging your shows for the last 4 hours straight. Thanks for sharing! Oh, and I'm afraid I agree with your dad on the mushrooms on your sandwich.
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Wow! So happy I found you & your dad! I'm stuck in bed sick today & I have been watching you on my big TV. Feels like I'm there at all the cool places. I've been binging your shows for the last 4 hours straight. Thanks for sharing! Oh, and I'm afraid I agree with your dad on the mushrooms on your sandwich.
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1958zed
I was there in March this year. Both sides of the park have their own appeal, but I generally preferred the West District more. I also stopped at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument and really enjoyed it. It's a bit out of the way, but worthwhile.
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I was there in March this year. Both sides of the park have their own appeal, but I generally preferred the West District more. I also stopped at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument and really enjoyed it. It's a bit out of the way, but worthwhile.
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Harmony
You need to go to old Tucson next time it will be opening again oct 1 2022 for nightfall where it is Halloween themed but the rest of. the year they do gun fights and have a old train and old cars and so many films have been filmed there
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You need to go to old Tucson next time it will be opening again oct 1 2022 for nightfall where it is Halloween themed but the rest of. the year they do gun fights and have a old train and old cars and so many films have been filmed there
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John
One of the best things about living in Tucson is the easy access to the park. I go at least once a month to one or the other side to wander around. Totally worth getting an annual National Parks pass as it pays for itself rather quickly.
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One of the best things about living in Tucson is the easy access to the park. I go at least once a month to one or the other side to wander around. Totally worth getting an annual National Parks pass as it pays for itself rather quickly.
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Inday
Beautiful Arizona National Park. the wildlife, the sunset, the rocks, and the mountains, and the cactus trees is stunning. Thanks for showing us to the beautiful Arizona.
Watching here and greetings from Alberta Canada
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Beautiful Arizona National Park. the wildlife, the sunset, the rocks, and the mountains, and the cactus trees is stunning. Thanks for showing us to the beautiful Arizona.
Watching here and greetings from Alberta Canada
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Brandon
it seems like the west side is more favored by tourists, but as a local the east side is so much better. trails are nicer, much better views, and in my opinion a better experience overall
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it seems like the west side is more favored by tourists, but as a local the east side is so much better. trails are nicer, much better views, and in my opinion a better experience overall
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Joe
Wow! Its like a forest of Saguaro Cactuses! Beautiful during the day and at sunset but not recommended during the day in summer. Thanks for sharing buddy, liked and greeting from Mexico!
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Wow! Its like a forest of Saguaro Cactuses! Beautiful during the day and at sunset but not recommended during the day in summer. Thanks for sharing buddy, liked and greeting from Mexico!
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Pro
I didnt even realize there was an east and west side. Boy did i miss out. But i really enjoyed the portions i did see. Just means I need to go back. Thanks for the tips as always!
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I didnt even realize there was an east and west side. Boy did i miss out. But i really enjoyed the portions i did see. Just means I need to go back. Thanks for the tips as always!
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Bobbi
I have not been theres in so long. I had my fingers suckled by small manta rays. Its very beautiful. I do hate Tucson in summer. My head burst into flames earlier.
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I have not been theres in so long. I had my fingers suckled by small manta rays. Its very beautiful. I do hate Tucson in summer. My head burst into flames earlier.
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Chris
Just went to Saguaro for the first time earlier this month (February) and did a Night Comes Alive ranger-led hike on the east side, it was so amazing!
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Just went to Saguaro for the first time earlier this month (February) and did a Night Comes Alive ranger-led hike on the east side, it was so amazing!
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4k
what are the main diferences between this national park and Joshua Tree National Park. Has when i next visit I will only have time for one of them
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what are the main diferences between this national park and Joshua Tree National Park. Has when i next visit I will only have time for one of them
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Johnnie
Awww, my home for 20 years. I love the Saguaro National Park West. So beautiful, so peaceful if you go at the right time.
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Awww, my home for 20 years. I love the Saguaro National Park West. So beautiful, so peaceful if you go at the right time.
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HANDSTANDZ
Thanks for the informative video! We are on a quest to go to every national park and your videos are so helpful! :)
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Thanks for the informative video! We are on a quest to go to every national park and your videos are so helpful! :)
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Finn
You do a really great job with these videos. This one hits close to home since I live just north of Tucson. Be well.
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You do a really great job with these videos. This one hits close to home since I live just north of Tucson. Be well.
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Oliver
Great stuff Josh Thanks! Hey buddy, you sound fatigued, twins keepin you up? Get some rest, keep up the good work!
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Great stuff Josh Thanks! Hey buddy, you sound fatigued, twins keepin you up? Get some rest, keep up the good work!
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Mark
While at the Saguaro National Park, did you get a chance to see Snoopy''s brother - Spike - among all those Cacti?
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While at the Saguaro National Park, did you get a chance to see Snoopy''s brother - Spike - among all those Cacti?
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