Saguaro Cactuses

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A man in a sunhat stands before a tall saguaro cactus, speaking with his hand raised. Three inset photos show cactus blooms and the wonders of Saguaro National Park. Text reads: “Shea’s Rapid Recap #53: Hiking and Unleashing the Wonders of Saguaro National Park.”.
Join a captivating journey through Saguaro National Park, uncovering the fascinating world of saguaro cacti, mining history, and unexpected desert discoveries! Plus a presidio!
A desert landscape at sunset showcases a vivid orange sky with scattered clouds, as silhouetted mountains frame the scene. The foreground features saguaro cacti and dry shrubs, embracing the tranquil beauty of sunsets and inviting you to believe in nature’s serene spectacle.
On an evening, where I was not expecting the sky to produce much of a sunset I was treated to quite a surprise while I was FaceTime with my oldest son in the evening.
In the Sonoran desert landscape at sunset, a vibrant sky with wispy clouds sets the scene. A cholla cactus stands in the foreground, surrounded by sparse desert vegetation. Distant mountains silhouette against the colorful horizon as scattered saguaro cacti dot this enchanting scene of sunsets and serenity.
As the evening began to set in, the wispy clouds in the sky hinted that we might be in for a spectacular sunset, so I headed into the desert in an attempt to capture its beauty.
A desert landscape with a large cholla cactus in the foreground surrounded by dry shrubs and scattered rocks. Rolling hills with sparse vegetation are in the background under a clear blue sky. A lone saguaro cactus is visible in the midground.
Join me as I wander through the stunning Sonoran Desert! Discover hidden life, unique landscapes, and the mesmerizing quartz that shapes this captivating terrain. What will I find next?
A tall saguaro cactus stands in the Sonoran Desert landscape surrounded by dry shrubs. In the background, rocky hills rise under a clear blue sky, creating a typical arid environment. Perfect for hiking, the sun casts bright light, accentuating natural textures and colors.
I meandered into the Sonoran desert from my campsite and did something I hadn't done before, even though I've camped in this area several times and often wandered the desert.
A desert landscape at sunset smiles with a large saguaro cactus silhouetted against the sky. The dramatic clouds in shades of blue, orange, and yellow cast a warm glow over the arid terrain, like nature's sweet farewell. Sparse desert vegetation is visible in the foreground.
Hanging out in the Ironwood Forest National Monument and heading into town gave me a few opportunities to snap a few fun pictures of beautiful sunsets and enjoy some sweets.
A man wears a green cap with "The Hiking CEO Shea Oliver" logo, surrounded by cacti in the Sonoran Desert with rocky hills behind. Inset photos capture him savoring a sandwich, and navigating a rocky path. Text reads, "Shea’s Rapid Recap #33, Back on the Road for 2025 and in the Sonoran Desert.
I'm back on the road and to the Sonoran desert after leaving Colorado and driving for two days, with a few stops along the way to eat and explore the El Malpais National Monument.
A selfie of Shea Oliver on the summit of saddle Mountain
I hiked up to the summit of Saddle Mountain as a reward for getting my new business launched. It was a beautiful day, and I had the mountain all to myself.
Large dark rocks with ancient petroglyphs, showing animal and abstract designs, rest on a rocky, grassy hillside in the Tonopah desert. Sparse shrubs and cacti are scattered across the slope under a cloudy sky.
Hike from a campsite to find the petroglyphs marked on Google Maps. Ended up finding a few and had some fun just wandering around.
A Jeep and a teardrop trailer parked near the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge.
A decent and popular location for RVers. I could have picked a better spot, but sometime you gotta find out the hard way!