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Saguaro East National Park was created to preserve the giant saguaro cactuses that gave it its name. Standing up to 40 feet tall, these enormous cactuses are native to the Sonoran Desert in Arizona and northwestern Mexico. Saguaro National Park contains the largest saguaro cactus stands on the planet, ensuring that the iconic plants remain […]

This might sound like an overly diplomatic answer, but both Saguaro East National Park and Saguaro West are worth visiting in their own ways, and neither one is better than the other. They are, however, different places with different advantages, so you might end up preferring one after your trip. The eastern part of Saguaro […]

 While both Saguaro East National Park and Saguaro West National Park have plenty to see, they do offer different experiences. The geology and natural beauty of each section of the park are a little different because Tucson separates the two sections. We definitely recommend seeing both parts, since they’re not especially large and it’s worth […]

There are mountain lions in Saguaro National Park, so it’s worthwhile to be aware of your surroundings when visiting the area. However, mountain lions are extremely shy around people and your chances of seeing one are very low, especially if you’re in a group with more than one adult. Mountain lions do occasionally attack small […]

While you’ll miss out on the cactus flower bloom if you visit Saguaro National Park in the winter, that doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty to do and see during the colder months. In fact, visiting the park during the cold season can be a lot nicer since you’re avoiding the brutal heat of the average […]

While Saguaro East National Park isn’t especially large or well-known, it has developed a reputation as one of the country’s most underrated national parks. It’s most famous for its stands of giant saguaro cactuses, native to Arizona’s Sonoran Desert and made iconic by their appearances in Hollywood westerns. These enormous cacti can grow over 40 […]