Cactus Garden Trail
Free — you'll pick up right here.
Save this plan
Sign up to save your own editable copy — you'll pick up right here.
Arizona
No conditions check on file for this trail yet — always verify current conditions before you go.
Why you'll love it
Cactus Garden Trail
AI-suggested draft · review before you go
No elevation data on file for this trail.
A paved, 300-foot (91 m) accessible loop trail, located on the west side of the Red Hills Visitor Center parking lot. This short trail provides a great introduction to the notable species of the Sonoran Desert, featuring signs that identify and interpret many of the most common species.

Signal Hill (West District)
~4 min drive
Signal Hill is a popular multi-use area along the Bajada Loop Drive in Saguaro National Park's west district. This is a popular destination, as it is the best place to see petroglyphs within the park. There are trails that start from this destination, as well as a picnic area.…
Hugh Norris Big Loop
~2 min drive
6.8 mi · Hard
Valley View Trail
~3 min drive
0.8 mi · Easy
Linda Vista
~29 min drive
A moderate 5-mile out-and-back trail in Arizona that connects to the Feature Trail system, ideal for hikers seeking a balanced challenge.
Saguaro National Park West
~0 min drive
Tucson, Arizona is home to the nation's largest cacti. The giant saguaro is the universal symbol of the American west. These majestic plants, found only in a small portion of the United States, are protected by Saguaro National Park, to the east and west of the modern city of…
King Canyon / Gould Mine Loop
~3 min drive
15 mi · Hard
Sabino Walkway
~38 min drive
1.0 mi · Easy
Garnet
~32 min drive
3.1 mi · Moderate
Desert Discovery Trail
~2 min drive
The Desert Discovery Trail is an easy, paved, accessible, 0.5 mile (0.8 km) trail in Saguaro National Park's west district. The trailhead is located along Kinney Road, 1 mile (1.6 km) northwest from the Red Hills Visitor Center. Interpretive signage along the trail provides a…
Golden Gate Mountain Loop
~9 min drive
15 mi · Hard