Big Wash Trail Nature Trek
PCNRPR (Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Re • 3500 W. River Road Tucson, AZ 85741 Organized by PCNRPR (Pima County Natural Resources Parks and Recreation)About this event
Description
This is a tentative activity. Registrations will be accepted if it becomes official.
Join a naturalist-guided walk along Big Wash in Oro Valley on an easy- to moderate-level trail. In addition to great views of the Santa Catalina Mountains, this area is designated an important wildlife corridor, so we’ll keep an eye out for native birds such as Gila woodpeckers and cactus wrens, and other desert wildlife Trekking poles encouraged and sure-footedness is a must. Designed for ages 12 and up
Big Wash, Trailhead, 1790 E. Rancho Vistoso Boulevard, Oro Valley 85755
From the intersection of N. Oracle Road and N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd, drive west on N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. for about half a mile. As soon as you cross the bridge over Big Wash, get in the left turn lane and turn left on Paseo Arroyo Mayor. Then turn left almost immediately down a slight incline and park in the large dirt parking area.
There is no water and no restroom facility at this location. Please carry water and wear sturdy hiking shoes.
Age Category
All Ages
Location
Big Wash Trailhead, N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd, west of N. Oracle Road; directions will be sent with registration
Instructor
Environmental Education