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Bottled water no longer for sale in Saguaro National Park
Water bottle filling stations have been installed at both visitor centers and the Rincon Mountain District bike ramada for visitors to refill their reusable water bottles. A variety of BPA-free waterbottles are available inside the visitor centers. More »
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High Desert Temperatures
Desert temps are over 100 degrees with extremely low humidity. Drink water before you hit the trails, and during your hike drink a quart of water per hour and some form of electrolytes to replace minerals your body needs. Wear a hat and sunscreen. More »
Invasive Plants & Fire in the Sonoran Desert
NPS PHOTO Buffelgrass encroachment leads to high risk of wildfire deaths for cactus Invasive Plants & Fire in the Sonoran Desert Many non-native plants are found in the Sonoran desert. A few have the potential to have major impacts on the desert's plants, animals, and human inhabitants. Saguaro National Park Fire Ecologist Perry Grissom will discuss some of the troublesome weeds and how to identify them. |
Did You Know?
Buffelgrass burns at 1300-1600 F, hot enough to melt aluminum and the fire can travel near the speed of the wind. Even in moderate weather, it can travel at 2-3 mph with 12-18 ft flame lengths, making it a real threat to the lives of firefighters