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Start your morning off right at Boyce Thompson Arboretum! By taking advantage of our early summer hours, you can ensure a morning surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of nature before the temperature gets too hot.
June Hours:
6:00 am – 12:00 pm
Open Wednesday – Monday
Closed Tuesdays
$16 Admission
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Experience Boyce Thompson Arboretum from the comfort of a golf cart! Our expert Docents will take you on a tour of the most beautiful parts of the Arboretum while sharing stories, botanical facts, and other insights. These tours are the perfect way to explore the gardens during the hot summer months.
Summer Golf Cart Tours:
🗓1st, 3rd & 5th Fridays and Saturdays
🕣June-August | 7:30 am – 8:30 am
💲$20 per person, plus admission
5️⃣Up to 5 guests per tour
Advance registration recommended!
Register today using the link in our bio.
If you visit us this summer, you will likely see the many Turkey Vultures that call the Arboretum home! Early in the morning before it gets too hot they are often seen perched with wings outstretched toward the sun. As it get warmer, they take flight, utilizing warm air currents called thermals to stay up without ever needing to flap their wings. Their appearance and diet may make them seem frightening, but Turkey Vultures are wonderful birds that work hard to keep the environment clean. Come visit Boyce Thompson Arboretum and see the Turkey Vultures for yourself!
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Fruit trees can thrive anywhere, even in the arid Arizona climate! You just have to know the right ones. At Boyce Thompson Arboretum, we grow apples, peaches, figs, almonds, and more. Come explore our gardens and don`t forget to stop by our gift shop on your way out to pick up a plant of your very own.
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A coati found near Boyce Thompson Arboretum tested positive for rabies on Monday, June 8. When the coati was initially observed, she exhibited unusual behavior and was safely transported to a wildlife center nearby. Ultimately, she did not survive and after a post mortem necropsy, it was revealed she`d had rabies. We are working closely with Pinal County and Arizona Game and Fish to continue to monitor wildlife in the area for everyone`s safety.
The Arboretum takes visitor and pet safety very seriously. Staff will continue to monitor all coati movements within the Arboretum grounds, ensure they stay away from people and pets, and close areas they are accessing. To keep safe on our trails we urge you to do the following:
- Make sure your pet is fully vaccinated.
- Keep your pet on a leash at all times.
- Inform Boyce Thompson Arboretum Rangers and staff of any wildlife sightings, especially those that are near the trails.
- Keep 50 feet away from all mammalian wildlife.
- Inform Boyce Thompson Arboretum staff immediately if a sick or injured animal is observed.
For any questions or concerns, please feel free to send us a message.
When the sun goes down, the desert comes alive.
Join us for Critter Crawl and discover the fascinating creatures that emerge after dark, including elusive snakes like this Lyre Snake. Guided by our experts, you`ll explore the Arboretum at night and experience a side of the desert few people ever see.
June 12th, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM
$12–$18 | Preregistration required
Children 4 and under and pets are not permitted.
Reserve your spot and uncover the mysteries of the nighttime desert. Link in bio
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Happy National Trails Day!
Celebrate by exploring the winding paths, desert beauty, and hidden gems of Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Every trail offers a new perspective and a chance to connect with nature.
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June Hours & Admission
Start your summer mornings at Boyce Thompson Arboretum.
Open Daily
6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Admission
$16 Adults
Explore scenic desert trails, blooming landscapes, and the beauty of the Sonoran Desert before the afternoon heat arrives.
Plan your visit today. Link in bio
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