Fall Trail Guide 2023 | English

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Your visit today, supports Garden scientists working worldwide to save cactus for generations to come.

As you explore 50,000 desert plants from around the world remember:

Stay hydrated with water refilling stations.

Stay on the trails at all times. Desert plants have very shallow roots.

Don’t be shy–anyone with a name badge is happy to help.

Many of our plants look soft, but they do bite. Please look, but don’t touch. Snap

Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero. As a poet of daily life in Latin America and a pioneer of figurative art, Botero created art for more than 60 years, in a unique, sumptuous style that is immediately recognizable known as “Boterismo”. Experience the Maestro’s artistic creations in the Garden and in Dorrance Hall, with an expanded gallery space that takes an intimate look at his influences, motivations and working methods.

About Fernando Botero

Fernando Botero, a renowned Colombian figurative artist and sculptor, established himself as one of the most globally recognized artists of our time. With his distinctive style and mastery of form, Botero’s influence extends far beyond Latin America. His works enrich prominent locations worldwide, including the illustrious Park Avenue in New York City and the iconic ChampsÉlysées in Paris.

Oct. 5 – March 31

Exhibition organized by the Museum of Latin American Art, Long Beach, California in collaboration with Desert Botanical Garden.

Gallery image provided by MOLAA. Photograph by: Yubo Dong / ofstudio photography

Desert Oasis

Akimel O’odham Household

Mountain Vista Telescopes

READY TOexplore

Apache Household

Grassland Spanish Gardens Native Crop Garden

Saguaro Harvesting Ramada

Pratt Ramada

SONORAN DESERT NATURE TRAIL 1/4 mile = .40 km

Weisz Learning Center

Schilling Entry Arbor

PLANTS & PEOPLE OF THE SONORAN DESERT TRAIL 1/3 mile = .53 km

Nina Mason Pulliam Desert Research and Horticulture Center

Berlin Agave Yucca Forest

Ottosen Gallery Dorrance Hall

Boppart Courtyard

Marley Education and Volunteer Building

Closed for Construction Fall 2023 – Winter 2025

Christensen Family

Sybil B Cactus and Succulent Closed for Construction Opening

GARDENtours

ABOUT THEtrails

DESERT DISCOVERY TRAIL

(1/3 mile = .53 km)

Explore the Garden’s main trail and discover the many ways desert plants from around the world have adapted to the environment. Featuring a diverse array of cactus and succulents as well as historic plant collections, this central route connects visitors to the beauty of the desert.

Harriet K. Maxwell

DESERT WILDFLOWER TRAIL

(1/3 mile = .53 km) | Closes at sunset

Stroll along this meandering trail where you’ll encounter brightly colored blooms as well as the pollinators they attract, like bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Find out how flowers, insects and birds play an essential role in thriving desert ecosystems.

CENTER FOR DESERT LIVING TRAIL

(1/10 mile = .16 km)

Fragrant herbs, vegetable beds and shady spots to relax make this trail a delight for the senses. Come see what’s growing this season and discover tips for creating a robust, water-wise home garden.

SONORAN DESERT NATURE TRAIL

(1/4 mile = .40 km)

Take this trail to the top for sweeping mountain views, telescopes and an organ pipe cactus forest. Then look closer to gain insight to the resilience and survival strategies of Sonoran Desert plants and animals.

PLANTS & PEOPLE OF THE SONORAN DESERT TRAIL

(1/3 mile = .53 km)

Wander through five diverse desert habitats and discover the variety of ways indigenous people have used native plants for food, fiber and shelter.

The Garden is here to help you enjoy the

beauty of the desert

AND CARE ABOUT IT.

Ready to plan your next visit? Visit dbg.org to discover upcoming events and exhibits or simply roam and enjoy the Garden’s beauty again.

MEMBERSHIP

Turn your admission into a membership today.

A Friends & Family membership pays for itself in only two visits for two adults and one child–and supports the Garden’s conservation efforts. Stop by Admissions to learn more. Offer is only valid the day of admission.