TUCSON, AZ — Saguaro National Park is adding acreage after a recent land acquisition in the adjacent foothills, according to a release from the Trust for Public Land. Two properties, totaling 47 acres, will expand the boundaries of the park to over 92,000 acres.
“This critical addition to Saguaro National Park enhances trail and habitat connectivity in one of America’s most visited parks and expands access to the stunning Southwestern landscape for all outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy,” said Carrie Besnette Hauser, President and CEO of Trust for Public Land.
Saguaro National Park is known for being a gateway into the iconic Southwest landscape, and over a million visitors come every year to see this preserved section of the Sonoran Desert. The park is home to a diverse array of plants and animals, including over two million saguaro cacti, desert tortoises and mountain lions.
The new acreage expands the western border of the park, creating a closer link to the nearby Santa Cruz River and Pima County’s 880-acre Sweetwater Preserve.
