Riparian Discovery Walk

Distance: 0.75-mile guided walk
Audience: Open to all ages (content tailored for adults)
Price: $15 per person

A Guided Journey Through Gilbert’s Riparian Preserve

Imagine stepping into a living desert oasis, a place where nature thrives alongside innovation.

At the Gilbert Riparian Preserve, every trail tells a story of resilience, conservation, and biodiversity. Now, you can experience it all firsthand with the newly launched, Riparian Discovery Walk.

Join Gilbert’s Naturalist Kellie Elliott for an intimate guided walk through this ecological sanctuary. Kellie’s passion for the desert and its wildlife will transform your stroll into a journey of discovery.

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What Awaits You on This Adventure?

As you begin your journey through the Gilbert Riparian Preserve, you’ll uncover the secrets beneath your feet and learn how this remarkable landscape plays a vital role in groundwater recharge, an essential process that ensures sustainable water management for generations to come.

Next, step into the Saguaro Garden, where towering saguaros rise like sentinels over a vibrant tapestry of native plants. This striking desert landscape offers a glimpse into the resilience and beauty of Arizona’s flora. It is also a great spot for snapshots!

Along the way, you’ll meet the locals-plants and wildlife that call the preserve home. From colorful blooms to feathered friends soaring overhead, Naturalist Kellie Elliott will guide you in identifying some of the most common, and fascinating, species that thrive in this unique ecosystem.

Finally, explore the preserve’s past and future as Kellie shares stories of its history, ecological functions, and ongoing conservation efforts. You’ll even get an insider look at the new Motus Wildlife Tracking System, a cutting-edge project revolutionizing bird migration studies and shaping the future of wildlife research.