Sonoran Desert

The Sonoran Desert, a vast 100,000-square-mile expanse, stretches across Arizona, California, and parts of Mexico. Despite being the hottest of North America’s four deserts, its two annual rainy seasons support a diverse ecosystem. This unique environment is home to a variety of plants and animals, including the only remaining jaguar population in the United States. Visitors can explore this rugged landscape, observing the resilient flora and fauna that thrive in its arid conditions.