Tohono Chul Park

Trail Facts at a Glance

Name: Tohono Chul Park

Location: 7366 North Paseo del Norte Tucson, AZ 85704

Trail length plus more: 1.6 miles or less over 49 acres, Gain 30’, Elevation 2500’

Trail surface: Paved and packed-earth trails with more rugged surfaces (ruts, rocks, and sandy sections) along the outermost reaches

Agency: Tohono Chul is a 501(c)3 Arizona non-profit corporation

Contact: (520) 742-6455

Entry fee: Regular Member: Free, General: $20, Senior (62+): $15, Active Military: $15, Youth (4-17): $10, Children (under 4): Free, Museums for All: $3

Summer Member: Free, General: $15, Senior (62+): $13, Active Military: Free, Youth (4-17): $8, Children (under 4): Free, Museums for All: $3

Trail hours: Regular hours: 8 am – 5pm | daily; Hours change with the season

Nature & Interpretive Center hours: 8 am – 2 pm | daily

Guided tours are scheduled and included in admission

Transit: Sun Shuttle #401

Date of last visit: 9 June 2024

Disclaimer:

The information provided is for general guidance only and may not reflect current conditions. Users must assess trails for themselves, consider their own abilities, and assume all risks associated with trail use. Tucson AccessTrails, a nonprofit corporation, is not responsible for any injuries or incidents that may occur. Always use caution and prepare appropriately when visiting trails.

Description:

Overview

Tohono Chul Park is a 49-acre botanical garden showcasing native and desert-adapted plants of the Sonoran Desert
The name “Tohono Chul” means “desert corner” in the language of the Tohono O’odham Nation
Themed gardens highlighting local geology, climate, flora, and horticulture
Enjoy a cold drink or meal at the hacienda-style bistro and explore art galleries in the Exhibit House

Parking, Restrooms & Amenities

Ample accessible parking near the entrance, accessible restrooms, water stations
Shade ramadas and informative signage
The park is largely wheelchair accessible, though some outer trails—such as the South Loop Trail, Saguaro Discovery Trail, and Desert View Trail—have rocky or uneven sections
Docents patrol trails and share insights on Sonoran Desert ecology and culture
Guided tours offered most days, included with admission
Dogs are not allowed

Trail Route

Pedestrian path leads to admissions, restrooms, gift shop, and café
Hike begins on a paved walkway, branching into multiple dirt paths leading to points of interest
The dense network of trails allows for customized loops based on distance, time, and interest
Trails loop back to the main entrance area
Return path leads directly back to the parking lot