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Best trails in Saguaro National Park

Best trails in Saguaro National Park

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United States
#30 of 60 national parks

Saguaro National Park, divided into West (Tucson Mountains) and East (Rincon Mountains), lets you wander beneath towering saguaro cacti and across richly varied Sonoran Desert terrain. Enjoy scenic drives (Bajada Loop or Cactus Forest Drive) and gentle paved trails with interpretive signs. Wildlife abounds, from javelinas and coyotes to mountain lions and nesting hawks, as elevations rise from desert scrub to pine-oak and conifer forest. Visitor centers offer accessible parking, restrooms, and exhibits to help plan your visit.

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Visitor info

Hours & contact
Open 24 hours
Passes & fees
Starting at $15
Accessibility
General park hours
Every day • Open 24 hours
Phone
(520) 733-5153
Entrance pass
Motorcycle

Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

$20
Purchase pass
Per Person

Individuals entering the park by means other than a motor vehicle may purchase individual entrance passes. This includes hikers, horseback riders and bicyclists. The individual entrance fee is charged to anyone 16 years of age or older.

$15
Purchase pass
Private Vehicle

The vehicle entrance pass is sold in the form of a dated register receipt and admits one privately owned, non-commercial vehicle into Saguaro National Park. This includes passenger cars, trucks, vans, recreational vehicles, campers, or converted buses used for private, recreational purposes.

$25
Purchase pass
Annual pass
Park

This pass covers up to 4 adults (anyone over the age of 16) or everyone in a single, non-commercial, vehicle. Is accepted in both districts of the park.

$45
Purchase pass
All U.S. national parks

Join millions of people who enjoy our National Parks with the "America the Beautiful" National Park & Federal Recreational Lands Pass, otherwise known as the Interagency Annual Pass. The pass is valid for a year's worth of visits from the month of purchase at more than 2,000 federal recreation sites across the country.

$80
Purchase pass
2026 Fee-free days

No entrance pass required for US citizens and residents on these days:

February 16 — Presidents' Day
May 25 — Memorial Day
June 14 — Flag Day
July 3–5 — Independence Day weekend
August 25 — National Park Service's birthday
September 17 — Constitution Day
October 27 — Theodore Roosevelt's birthday
November 11 — Veterans Day

Overview

The Interagency Access Pass is accepted here.

The East and West Visitor Centers are accessible to visitors using mobility equipment or strollers and have wheelchair accessible restrooms and drinking fountains. Orientation films include closed captioning.

Audio descriptions, tactile exhibits, and Braille and text materials are available.

Many ranger-led programs are wheelchair accessible; some are auto-caravans (where rangers speak near your vehicle).

Additional information about accessibility at Saguaro National Park can be found on their website: https://www.nps.gov/sagu/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm.

Facilities

The East and West Visitor Centers are accessible to visitors using mobility equipment or strollers and have wheelchair accessible restrooms and drinking fountains. Orientation films include closed captioning.

The Mica View and Javelina Picnic Areas in Saguaro East and Sus, Signal Hill, Cam-Boh, and Ez-Kim-In-Zin Picnic Areas in Saguaro West are wheelchair accessible with packed, level paths and surfaces and accessible restrooms.

Service animals

Service animals must be on-leash throughout the park.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Saguaro National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Saguaro National Park is Wasson Peak via Kings Canyon, Hugh Norris, and Gould Mine, which has a 4.8 star rating from 4,192 reviews. This trail is 7.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,856 ft.

What is the longest trail in Saguaro National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Saguaro National Park is Tanque Verde Peak and Rincon Peak. This trail is estimated to be 45.4 mi long.

How many trails are in Saguaro National Park?

There are 79 trails in Saguaro National Park.These trails have an average 4.6-star ratingfrom NaN AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Saguaro National Park?

Tanque Verde Peak and Rincon Peak has the most elevation gain with 13,546 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Cow Head Saddle Trail, which has 7,637 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Saguaro National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 12 camping trails in Saguaro National Park and the most popular is Douglas Spring Camp via Douglas Spring Trail with an average 4.7 star rating from 529 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Saguaro National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 25 running trails in Saguaro National Park and the most popular is Mica View and Cactus Forest Loop with an average 4.6 star rating from 2,370 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Saguaro National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 biking trails in Saguaro National Park and the most popular is Cactus Forest Loop Drive with an average 4.7 star rating from 578 community reviews.

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Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Saguaro National Park?

Are there any trails with waterfalls in Saguaro National Park?

Are there any trails with archaeological sites in Saguaro National Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with archaeological sites in Saguaro National Park, including Signal Hill Trail and Cactus Wren and Manville Loop.

Are there any trails with springs in Saguaro National Park?

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Saguaro National Park?

Yes, there is one trail with a scenic viewpoint in Saguaro National Park: Cactus Forest Loop Drive.

Are there any trails with picnic areas in Saguaro National Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with picnic areas in Saguaro National Park, including King Canyon, Sendero Esperanza, and Gould Mine Loop, Signal Hill Trail, and Cactus Wren and Manville Loop.

Are there any trails with dams in Saguaro National Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with dams in Saguaro National Park, including Garwood Dam To Douglas Spring Loop, Wild Horse to Garwood Dam, and Shantz - Cholla - Squeeze - Wildhorse Loop.