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Experience the lush beauty of the Arizona Upland Sonoran Desert at the state's oldest and largest botanical garden. With spectacular views of Picketpost Mountain, Boyce Thompson Arboretum is …
Experience the lush beauty of the Arizona Upland Sonoran Desert at the state's oldest and largest botanical garden. With spectacular views of Picketpost Mountain, Boyce Thompson Arboretum is located in scenic Queen Creek Canyon, just 30 minutes from Mesa. Featuring plant collections from the world's deserts, historic buildings and hidden gardens along miles of trails, the Arboretum is on the National Register of Historic Places. A haven for wildlife, the Arboretum has been called "the most enchanting" Important Birding Area in Arizona.
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Feb 21, 2025
Really beautiful place. Could spend all day here. Lots of places to sit and enjoy the views and birds. The hummingbirds were plentiful.Full review by dawno732
Dec 18, 2024
My friend took me to this arboretum. We spent four hours there enjoying the plant material, the landscape and the animals. It was an amazing experience ad I can’t wait to return the next time I am …Full review by ponopuppy
Nov 24, 2024
If you are able to walk, this is an amazing place. If, however, you are in a wheelchair or power chair...don't go!!! I was in my electric wheelchair and the trails are so rough I felt like I had been…Full review by Beanie W
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