Staff Reports | Happenings & Events
Summer weather has arrived, and Boyce Thompson Arboretum is ready to welcome guests with seasonal pricing, adjusted hours, and an ever-changing showcase of desert blooms and wildlife.
From June through August, admission for adults is $16, which is a savings of $8.95 off the regular price of $24.95.
To ensure the comfort and safety of visitors and staff, the Arboretum will be open from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. throughout the summer and will be closed on Tuesdays during these months, according to a press release.
“We have plenty of shaded trails and there are rangers and other staff on site walking around to answer questions,” said Kim Gray, executive director of the Arboretum. “Whether you’re hiking, birding, or just enjoying the garden’s quiet beauty, early morning is a magical time to experience the desert.”
The Arboretum is a renowned destination for birdwatching, with frequent sightings of yellow warblers, vermillion flycatchers, black-throated sparrows, Western tanagers, and many others.
Visitors may also encounter butterflies and coatimundis, especially in the cool of the morning.
