Category trekking

Waterfalls Beckon in Saguaro Desert

Reg Spittle 2 Comments

Desert waterfall is not an oxymoron. In Saguaro National Park East, Sue and I found Bridal Wreath Falls, one of three waterfalls off the Douglas Spring and Garland trails. We climbed 1,200 feet to get there, but the view and a refreshing lunch stop in the shade made it worth it. Tucson, Arizona is in the middle of the two national park sections. Each side offers networks of trails and February is the perfect time to explore them.

Getting High in Saguaro National Park

Reg Spittle 4 Comments

Tucson, Arizona has lifted our winter spirits, offering trails that have elevated Sue and me to highs normally found during more hospitable seasons. The west section of Saguaro National Park was our destination on a warm, mostly sunny day for 6.6 miles and 1,300 feet of ascent. It was rated hard, but our eyes must have told our hearts it was easy. We combined three trails—Hugh Norris, Dobe Wash, and Bajada Wash—to make a loop.