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The “Grandpa” saguaro at Catalina State Park in Tucson, Arizona, in 2022. Roberto (Bear) Guerra/High Country News ... Este artículo también está disponible en español. We called him Grandpa.

Patagonia Lake State Park, Rock Shop, Around Oracle, Gordon Hirabayashi, Sabino Damn. This week on Arizona Illustrated, join us as we explore unique spots within 90 minutes of Tucson. Enjoy ...

Catalina State Park is home to more than 5,000 saguaros like the ones seen above along a trail. The group Friends of Catalina State Park has designated 75 or so adoptable saguaros.

Photo credit: Moly Noky Now, let’s talk trails. Catalina State Park has over 5,000 acres of trails, ranging from “I think I can do this in flip-flops” to “I should have written my will before ...

Tucked away in the desert landscape of southern Arizona, Catalina State Park offers a stunning retreat into nature that feels like stepping into another world. Just minutes from the bustling city of ...

The park offers stunning views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, making it a peaceful and scenic spot for a family picnic. This spot placed #75 on Mixbook's list.

Catalina State Park is tucked at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson. The 5,500-acre park is a nature lover's paradise with more than 5,000 saguaros and plenty of trails for animal ...

One state park that offers waterfront camping is Alamo Lake State Park. It may be the best campground near Wenden, Arizona. Alamo Lake State Park is a bit of a hidden gem. Not as well-known or visited ...

Catalina State Park is located at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains in Tucson, Arizona. Two hikers were rescued Saturday afternoon after they were found off trail and without water ...

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Catalina State Park in Tucson, Arizona is celebrating its 40th anniversary this month. The park serves as one of Tucson’s most popular hiking and camping destinations, and ...

Slide Rock State Park One of Arizona’s most popular state parks is Slide Rock State Park, which is just over two hours drive north of Phoenix. It’s set in a beautiful valley where the water of Oak ...