What families say

Families give this one across-the-board high marks for well-marked, easy walking paths lined with cacti, wildflowers, and educational signage on desert ecology—good for a range of ages, with kids likely to enjoy spotting wildlife like bunnies, roadrunners, and snakes along the way. Plan to spend a couple hours (some say you could easily spend several), and consider an evening visit if you can, since reviewers rave about sunset and the illuminated night displays. Parking is free and easy, and advance tickets seem more of a convenience than a necessity based on crowd levels reported.

Ages 4–18