National Park
Saguaro National Park
- Southwest
- 9 hikes
- 8 places to see
- 4 current alerts
Current alerts
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Danger
Loop Drive closed in Tucson Mountain District due to storms.
The following areas in the Tucson Mountain District of Saguaro National Park are closed to public use: Bajada Loop Drive, including Hohokam Rd east of Sus Picnic Area and Golden Gate Rd. The closure is a result of road damage due to flash flooding and will be lifted when the road is repaired, the ar…
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Caution
Vehicle Break-Ins
Vehicle break-ins have occurred at the King Canyon Trailhead, as well as at other trailheads throughout the park. Hide valuables and consider taking them with you, secure your vehicle, and report any suspicious activity. Please call 911 to report criminal activity or the Pima County Sheriff's Depart…
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Notice
RV and trailer precautions: be aware of vehicle restrictions before visit.
As the busy season ramps up, traffic will be denser and can result in delays and complications particularly for owners of longer vehicles. The Tucson Mountain District (west side) of the park can accommodate vehicles up to 40ft in total length on the loop drive and has RV parking available at the Vi…
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Notice
Rideshare services should be used with caution if visiting the Tucson Mountain District
Rideshare services will drop visitors off at the park, but usually will not pick them back up. To avoid being stranded in the park, coordinate two-way trips before using rideshares to visit the West side. No major trails start at the visitor center.
From the National Park Service, as of October 30, 2026, 5:15 pm. Check nps.gov before you go.
About Saguaro
Tucson, Arizona is home to the nation's largest cacti. The giant saguaro is the universal symbol of the American west. These majestic plants, found only in a small portion of the United States, are protected by Saguaro National Park, to the east and west of the modern city of Tucson. Here you have a chance to see these enormous cacti, silhouetted by the beauty of a magnificent desert sunset.
From the National Park Service.
- Region
- Southwest
- State
- Arizona
- Designation
- National Park
- Entrance fee
- $25, private vehicle
- Hikes on this page
- 9
- Places to see
- 8
- Articles
- 2
Know before you go
Fees, hours, weather and getting to Saguaro.
Entrance fees
- $25 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 fo…
- $15 Per Person
- $20 Motorcycle
Passes
- $45 Annual Entrance - Park
Hours
Open 24 hours a day, every day.
The park is always open, except under emergency conditions. You can walk or bike into the park 24 hours a day. The Visitor Centers are open daily from 9:00am - 5:00pm from Oct. 1st to May 31st, & switch to 8:00am - 4:00pm from June 1st to Sept. 30th. In the Tucson Mountain District (West), The Bajada Loop Scenic Drive (Golden Gate Road & Hohokam Road) is open to vehicles during daylight hours. In the Rincon Mountain District (East), the Cactus Forest Loop Drive is open from 5:00am - 8:30pm.
Weather and when to go
You can expect the Winter Season to have daytime temperatures from the low 50's to the high 70's. Whereas the Summer Season can result temperatures ranging from the mid-90's to low 110's. During the Summer season, it is highly recommended to restrict outdoor activities to before 10am, or after 4pm. Late Summer into early Fall is usually accompanied by heavy monsoon rains, resulting in cooler but more humid afternoons and evenings. Flash flooding is a concern around this time of year.
Getting there
Saguaro National Park has two districts separated by the city of Tucson. The address for the Saguaro National Park West District is 2700 N Kinney Rd. We do not recommend using mobile mapping applications to search for either district. Instead, please click the link to the directions page, determine which district you plan to visit, and enter that physical address into the mobile application.
- Gateway towns
- Tucson, AZ
- Nearest airports
- Tucson International Airport (TUS) · Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Contact the park
- Address
- 3693 S Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ 85730
- Phone
- (520) 733-5153
- Official site
- nps.gov/sagu
From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.
Trip planner
A day-by-day plan for Saguaro
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Where to stay for Saguaro
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Guided tours and trips
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Local businesses near Saguaro
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Restaurant
Agustín Kitchen
Mercado San Agustu00edn, Tucson Upscale, casual New American cuisine in the heart of Mercado San Agustín. Cafe in the morning, happy hour… -
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Tours and activities
Transit Cycles
Tucson (West District) Tucson's most welcoming bike shop! We have an incredibly knowledgeable staff and we're happy to share our rides… -
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’81 Barbers
The Monier, Tucson A full-service barber shop featuring a bar, shaving products, and apparel. Tucson's premier grooming spot tucked inside… -
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Restaurant
Bōs Burger
MSA Annex, Tucson Kobe American Wagyu smash burgers, fries, and good vibes. Tucson's favorite craft burger spot at MSA Annex… -
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Bloom Maven
The Monier, Tucson Boutique floral and retail shop offering fresh flower arrangements, gifts, apparel, and more. A beautiful stop inside… -
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Decibel Coffee Works
MSA Annex, Tucson Locally roasted coffee and fresh-baked pastries at MSA Annex. A Tucson staple for coffee lovers and morning explorers…
Campgrounds in Saguaro
Run by the park service. Reservable sites book on Recreation.gov; first-come sites do not.
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Juniper Basin
- 6,000 elevation - 3 campsites (6 people max per site) *This campground is hike in only! This campground is a tough day hike up the Tanque Verde Ridge over 6.…
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Manning Camp
- 8,000 feet elevation - 6 campsites (max 6 people per site) - water available year-round *This campground is hike in only! Depending on where you start, the h…
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Spud Rock Spring
- 3 campsites (6 people max per site) *This campground is hike in only! Spud Rock is the most isolated of our six campgrounds, sitting on the east side of the…
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Grass Shack
- 5,300 feet elevation - 3 campsites (6 people max per site) *This campground is hike in only! Grass Shack is a great campground that offers shade from large o…
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Happy Valley Saddle
- 3 campsites (6 people max per site) *This campground is hike in only! This is the shortest hike to a campground, covering 3.9 miles and over 2000 feet of ele…
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Douglas Spring
- 4,800 feet elevation - 3 campsites (6 people max per site) *This campground is hike in only! The hike up offers beautiful views down toward Tanque Verde Fall…
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