Discover the Wonders of Saguaro National Park

Getting There

• Walking

  From Barrio Viejo, head east on West 18th Street until you reach South 6th Avenue. Turn left onto South 6th Avenue and continue walking for about 0.5 miles. You will pass several local shops and cafes, which are perfect for a quick refreshment. Once you reach East 36th Street, turn right and continue walking for another mile. This route will take you through a residential area where you can admire the architecture of Tucson's historic homes. Continue straight until you reach South Kolb Road, where you will turn left. After approximately 0.3 miles, you will arrive at the entrance to Saguaro National Park, where you can find the iconic Saguaro National Park Sign.

• Biking

  If you're comfortable with biking, you can rent a bike from a nearby rental shop in Barrio Viejo. Once you have your bike, start by heading north on South 4th Avenue towards East 18th Street. Turn right onto East 18th Street and follow it until you reach South 6th Avenue. Turn left onto South 6th Avenue and bike for about 1 mile. When you reach East 36th Street, turn right, and continue for about 1 mile until you reach South Kolb Road. Turn left, and after another 0.3 miles, you will see the entrance to Saguaro National Park, where the iconic sign is located. Note that bike rentals may cost around $15-30 for a few hours.

• Public Transit

  To access public transit, walk to the nearest bus stop located at South 4th Avenue and East 18th Street. Take the Sun Tran bus #6 towards East 22nd Street. Ride the bus for about 20 minutes and get off at the South Kolb Road stop. From the stop, walk approximately 0.5 miles south along South Kolb Road until you reach the entrance of Saguaro National Park, where you will find the sign. Make sure to check the Sun Tran schedule, as bus fares are approximately $1.75 for a single ride.