Picture Rocks Wash Loop Trail is a lovely trail located in Saguaro National Park West, about a 10 minute drive from JTH Tucson. This area is experiencing a beautiful poppy bloom this year, and Picture Rocks Wash Loop is a great spot to enjoy springtime wildflowers. Also located along the trail are petroglyphs, the namesake […]
Field Guide: Sunset Vista Trail at Picacho Peak (Tucson)
Picacho Peak State Park is a landmark that is sure to catch your eye as you approach JTH Tucson from the East. The peak has a distinct shape that always reminds us of a sombrero. This park is famous for springtime wildflowers, which cover the hillsides in vivid colors after rainy winters. This year’s super […]
A Field Guide to Desert Wildflowers & Super Blooms
Winter rains in the Mojave and Sonoran deserts this year indicate that this spring may be a good year for wildflowers in both Tucson and Joshua Tree. There’s a chance we may even experience a super bloom if we get lucky! Of course, like any natural phenomenon, wildflowers are difficult to predict. Here are some […]