A Lovely Day Trip to Discover the Beauty that is Arizona
April 6th, 2008 categories: Discover Arizona, Real Estate News
With all the rainfall we have had over the winter months, the wildflowers are abloom.
If you want to get an up close and personal view of the beauty without pulling off the side of the road head out to the Boyce Thompson Arboretum. It isn’t far at all.
Hop on the 60 East heading towards Superior, Miami and Globe. Once you pass the Ironwood Exit you will notice how beautiful the views are. The Superstition Mountains loom off to your left—another day trip is a drive along the Apache Trail through the Superstitions. Along that drive you can see a few lakes and some beautiful scenery.
Back on the 60 East you leave civilization behind REAL quick. If you need snacks or gas, get ‘em before you leave the Gold Canyon area. Also a word of advice, the 60 is being widened out along this way so leave extra time in case of bottlenecks of construction. But with the views you are about to see, you won’t mind a slow journey if you are delayed.
As you get closer to the town of Superior, an OLD copper mining town rich with history, you will see a HUGE rock “mountain” on your right
—the Arboretum in right at the base. You will see signs to turn right almost when you are there so be on the look out. Watch for milemarker #223! The parking is shaded and ample and there are picinic spots outside the park as well. For those of you with 4 legged friends, they are allowed as long as you keep them on the a leash and clean up any “accidents” you may have.
The Boyce Thompson Arboretum is home to many different plant and animal life. Regular admission for adults is $7.50 and $3 for ages 5-12. Many days guided tours are included in the admission price or you can choose to walk the trails at your own pace.
The Arboretum includes two miles of trails, including stops at The Smith Interpretive Center, The Heritage Rose Garden, The Cactus Garden, Ayer Lake, The Magma Ridge, The Herb Garden, The Eucalyptus Forest, and the Demonstration Garden. Opening relatively soon is the Children’s Garden and Trail. This looks to be a wonderful place of discovery for children of all ages and is set to open this Spring 2008.
Check their website periodically for special events such as plant sales, herb festivals, special guests leading walks and other adult education events. www.btarboretum.org
If you still have some daylight left, I suggest getting back on the 60 East and take in the beautiful drive from Superior to Miami…I believe it rivals the red rocks of Sedona!
