To active individuals who love nature, adventure, and history…
Superior offers top-notch hiking and outdoor adventure, unique annual festivals, and a budding culinary and art scene.
Superior, Arizona has a rich legacy as an important center of mining. Located 40 miles east of the Phoenix Metro area and 2,888 feet up in elevation, it sits in an impressive natural setting with a remarkable scenic backdrop that includes Apache Leap and Picketpost Mountain. Access to the surrounding desert and Tonto National Forest is provided by a convenient system of forest roads and trails including the Arizona National Scenic Trail and the newly completed Legends of Superior Trail.
Things to do in Superior:
Adventure
Community
Culture
Stay & Play
Make your visit to Boyce Thompson Arboretum part of a weekend event! Stay and explore this picturesque, largely undiscovered destination that offers outstanding outdoor adventure, unique annual festivals, fascinating history, and a welcoming food, shopping and arts scene.
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What comes to mind when you think of aloe?
Boyce Thompson Arboretum has 218 species of aloe. Explore the variety of this showstopping desert plant. Plan your visit at the link in bio.
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Last week, cacti were relocated to Boyce Thompson Arboretum from a site in El Paso, Texas. Members of our fantastic horticulture team made the trip to Texas to meet with the @epcactusandrockclub and @keystoneheritagepark that saved over 300 Echinocactus horizonthalonius and Pelecyphora macromeris cacti from a construction site.
Half of the rescued cacti were brought back to Boyce Thompson Arboretum and will be added to the Arboretum`s Chihuahuan Desert collection.
Echinocactus horizonthalonius - Sometimes called Eagle`s Claw, this cactus is native to Southwestern states and Northern Mexico.
Pelecyphora macromeris - This species is native and common in the Chihuahuan Desert. In spring and summer this species blooms vibrant pink and purple flowers.
Plan your visit to see these new additions to the Arboretum. Link in bio.
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Have you been back to see the coati yet?
The coati seem to be making their summer home near the Arboretum. Time to grab your camera, and plan a visit!
Get tickets to Boyce Thompson Arboretum at the link in bio.
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There`s still time to save on your garden and landscape updates! Now through March 29th, shop Boyce Thompson Arboretum`s Spring Plant Sale for new plants, perfect for your desert garden or landscape.
The Spring Plant Sale is open to the public 8 am – 5 pm, daily.
BTA Members receive 20% off during plant sales! Not yet a member? Sign up today to shop the sale early and save time in line! 🔗in bio
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Boyce Thompson Arboretum is a hummingbird wonderland
Get your binoculars out for guided bird walks on April 1st and 4th. Boyce Thompson Arboretum has been named an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society, serving as a habitat for numerous species of birds. Join our beginner-friendly guided walk to explore this unique landscape with a variety of bird species.
Bird walks are from 9 am - 10 am on April 1st and 4th. Tours are free with Arboretum admission. Registration is first come, first serve (limit 15 per walk). To register for a tour or walk, sign up at the Welcome Center.
🔭 No binoculars? No problem! Loaner binoculars are available at our admissions window
Photos by Tim Lee
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Good food and gorgeous views? There`s nothing better!
Flavor of Arizona returns to Boyce Thompson Arboretum this April as a two day event! Celebrate all of the amazing food, beverages, and locally crafted items Arizona has to offer with vendors from across the state.
Date: Saturday & Sunday, April 18 & 19
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Location: 37615 E. Arboretum Way
Superior, Arizona 85173
Taste, sip, and shop all things AZ while surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Arboretum. Flavor of Arizona is included with Arboretum admission (free for members!). Get tickets and plan your visit at the link in bio.
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Spring is officially here and the Arboretum is bursting with blooms. Celebrate the beginning of the season at SPRING FEVER, A National Garden Club Small Standard Flower Show. The show is open to the public and free with Arboretum’s standard admission.
Viewing Hours:
Saturday March 21st, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday March 22nd, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Get Arboretum tickets at the link in bio.
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Guess who`s back at Boyce Thompson Arboretum?
The coati have been showing up in the gardens again! Have you spotted them?
Get your tickets at the link in bio.
Photos by @randinajacphotography
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