Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: Plant Hike

Spend the morning outside to learn all about plants of the Sonoran Desert during this guided hike with Ranger Olivia. Enjoy a guided nature hike along one of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. We will be along the Blackrock trail which is mostly flat with some uneven/rocky surfaces so please wear closed-toed shoes. We will do a loop of about 2 miles. Bring any questions you have about the plants that reside in the desert. Restrooms and water are available across the street near the trailhead. Be sure to bring plenty of water. PLEASE NOTE: Outdoor summer programs may be canceled on short notice due to severe weather, including extreme heat events. The Maricopa County Parks website (www.maricopa.gov/parks) is the most accurate resource for verifying the program’s current status. Please check the program listing online before coming to the park. MEETING LOCATION: Blackrock Loop Trailhead. Map of Meeting Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WHQoJs6hpJb851gs6 Limit 15 participants. To register, please call the Nature Center at (602) 506-2930 ext. 5 with your name, phone number and number of people attending. If you find you cannot attend a program after you have registered, please call the Nature Center ASAP so we may contact those on the waiting list. Registration for this program will close on 09/11/25.