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Fall Foliage Finale at Boyce Thompson Arboretum

November 25, 2024
$110

You can always predict how the fall foliage will move around the state of Arizona, with the final and most dramatic blast of color to be enjoyed at Boyce Thompson Arboretum. Home to a grove of 40-foot Chinese pistachio trees—famously ablaze in shades of red and burgundy by late November—the sight of this stand of trees alone is worth a fall pilgrimage. Founded in 1924 as a desert plant research facility and living museum, Boyce Thompson Arboretum is the oldest botanical garden west of the Mississippi. An easy main trail runs through the park, leading visitors to various exhibits and natural areas. Before visiting the Arboretum, we’ll enjoy lunch on self in historic Superior, Arizona, where we’ll have a few different restaurants to choose from and there is sure to be something for everyone.

Depart: NW 9 Phx 9:30 a.m. Scts 9:45 a.m. Mesa 10:15 a.m. R: 4 p.m.

Northwest Valley:
Sundome Plaza
13547 W. Camino Del Sol
Sun City West, AZ 85375

Located in the heart of Sun City West at the Sundome Plaza Shopping Center.

Scottsdale:
La Quinta Inn & Suites
8888 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

The Scottsdale pickup location can be easily reached via AZ 101/Pima Freeway. Exit the freeway at Shea. The La Quinta Hotel is located at the northeast corner of AZ 101 and Shea Blvd.

Phoenix:
Paradise Valley Community Center
17402 N. 40th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85032

The Paradise Valley Community Center is easily found on 40th Street, north of Bell Road. No overnights. No Late-nights

Mesa:
Mesa Doubletree Hotel
1011 W. Holmes Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210

This is the Fiesta Mall region, and the Hilton Hotel is easily viewed from the U.S. 60/Superstition Freeway. Exit the freeway at Alma School and head east to Holmes. Park and wait for the bus at the west end of the hotel parking lot.