The Saguaro cactus is the state symbol of Arizona. Named as a national park in 1994 it contains large tracts of land and giant Cacti. Facilities in the park include 150 miles of well marked and maintained hiking trails, and shorter walking trails with interpretative information available. Hiking is not advisable during the hot summer months

Saguaro National Park is divided between the Rincon Mountain district and the Tucson Mountain district to the West.

The Rincon Mountain District is located at the eastern edge of Tucson, Arizona; the east side of the park was the original National Monument. What is unique … Continue Reading