Saguaro National Park Arizona Desert Cactus Retro Poster

The namesake cacti dot the desert landscape of Saguaro National Park. Saguaro National Park, located in southern Arizona near Tucson, was established as a national monument in 1933 and became a national park in 1994, protecting the iconic saguaro cactus and the unique desert ecosystems of the Sonoran Desert. The park is divided into two districts, the Tucson Mountain District to the west and the Rincon Mountain District to the east, each offering scenic drives, hiking trails, and stunning desert landscapes. Key sights include the Cactus Forest Loop Drive, Signal Hill with its ancient petroglyphs, and the Rincon Mountains, which provide opportunities for backcountry hiking and diverse wildlife viewing.