Events

Join Ranger Derik on a hike through the park and learn about the many native edible and medicinal plants that are found in the Sonoran Desert.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Join Ranger Jacque on the Wild Burro Trail to discover blooming desert wildflowers.
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Join Ranger Derik on an evening hike through the park in search of scorpions and
other nocturnal creatures. Click program title for more details.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Join docent Anne Leight for a walk around the preserve to look for and learn about birds. Click on program title for more details.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Join Ranger Derik on a moderate hike through the park and learn about the native
people that lived in the park. Click program title for more details.

Join Ranger Kevin on an easy-moderate hike to look for wildflowers and other blooming plants, as well as butterflies. Click program title for more details.

Guided Bird Watching: Drop in, no registration needed.

Temperatures are climbing. Snakes are going be back soon. Don’t get anxious, get
educated. Join Ranger Shaun for an anxiety reducing chat. Click program title for more details.

Explore the edges of the park on this fitness hike with Ranger Jacque, where we'll
reach out to the boundaries and peer through the other side to state land, BLM, and the Desert Enclave Preserve.

Join Ranger Kevin for a challenging springtime hike deep into the spectacular scenery of the Usery mountains. Click program title for more details.

Discover the fascinating world of the saguaro cactus at this presentation-style
program with Ranger Jacque! Feel free to bring your own lunch and eat it too!

Join Ranger Kevin for an evening of springtime stargazing! Click program title for more details.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Spend the morning hiking through the desert with Ranger Jacque and learn about the many medicinal and edible plants that can be found in your own backyard. Click program title for more details.

Join Ranger Kevin for an introduction to birding in one of Arizona’s premiere birding locations. Click program title for more details.

Join Park Volunteer Tom Locascio for a morning walk followed by an informational program in the Nature Center about the birds of Estrella Mountain Regional Park.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Join Ranger Jacque for a challenging day hike from Cave Creek to Spur Cross Parks! Click program title for more details.

The Sonoran Desert is home to over 200 species of edible plant. Once we start getting exotic, well, that number gets fancy fast. Ranger Shaun likes to talk about it.

Join Park Assistant Doug Robertson for an educational guided hike to learn about the fascinating wild burros at Lake Pleasant. This program is designed for all ages and will provide an in-depth look at the history, behavior, and conservation of these remarkable animals. Click program title for more details.

Join Ranger Shaun to celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a morning hike!

Nature Center Presentation - No Registration Required.

Join Ranger Olivia for some St. Patrick’s Day fun searching for gold during this Family-friendly hike. Click program title for more details.

Have you ever wanted to learn more about butterflies? Here’s your chance!

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Join us in the fight to protect our precious desert pollinators and learn what you can do to be a better friend to butterflies and their allies! Click program title for more details.

Join Ranger Kevin on this hike and mine tour that features a fascinating glimpse into Arizona’s past. Click program title for more details.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Spend the morning outside to learn all about plants and have the chance to see the Spring Wildflowers of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia. Click program title for more details.

Join Ranger Kevin for a scenic hike and learn more about the amazing Sonoran Desert. Click program title for more details.

Join Ranger Kevin for a midday hike in our beautiful springtime desert. Click program title for details.

Have you ever spotted a butterfly and wished you knew its name? This hands-on monitoring experience is for you!

Have you ever spotted a butterfly and wished you knew its name? This hands-on monitoring experience is for you!

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Guided Bird Watching: No Registration Required

Temperatures are climbing. Snakes are going be back soon. Don’t get anxious, get
educated. Join Ranger Shaun for an anxiety reducing chat. Click program title for more details.

Join Ranger Olivia to see and learn about the different types of wildflowers that we
might be seeing right now in our parks. Click on program title for more details.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Learn about the wildflowers and plants of the Sonoran Desert on this hike with Ranger Eric. Click on program title for more details.

Join Ranger Olivia to see and learn about the different types of wildflowers that we
might be seeing right now in our parks. Click on program title for more details.

Get those tails on the trails as the sun sets on this fun and pet-friendly evening hike led by Ranger Jacque! Click program title for more details.

Learn about birds of the Sonoran Desert on this easy guided hike with Ranger Eric! Click on program title for more details.

Learn about wildflowers and pollinators of the Sonoran Desert on this guided hike with Ranger Eric! Click on program title for more details.

Join Ranger Olivia for a hike to see and learn about the stunning saguaros during sunset. Click program title for more details.

Join Park Volunteer Tom Locascio for a morning walk followed by an informational program in the Nature Center about the birds of White Tank Mountain Regional Park!

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.

Join Ranger Olivia to talk about venomous creatures such as rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, scorpions, tarantulas, or any other desert dwellers you may encounter. Click program title for more details.

Desert Defender volunteers needed! Join us in removing invasive species and reducing the wildfire risk in Maricopa County Regional Parks.