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Mark your calendars: 
Desert Discovery Day 2025 will be
Saturday, November 15th!
More information coming soon.

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You're invited to the 13th annual
Desert Discovery Day

Join Us!
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
10 am - 2 pm
Jewel of the Creek Preserve

Unplug and join us for a day of digital detox, fresh air, fun, and adventure!
Desert Foothills Land Trust presents the 13th annual Desert Discovery Day, a fun-filled day of adventure and educational activities in a natural desert setting. Discover the Sonoran Desert, learn about all its dwellers, past and present, and interact with native wildlife.

FREE
FUN FOR THE
WHOLE FAMILY!

Thank you to our generous sponsors, partners, and volunteers!

Their support helps keep this family fun event free for all.

This event is free,

thanks to our generous sponsors:

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No registration is needed for this event.  We do ask that groups of 10 or more please reach out to us at info@dflt.org to help make the most of your visit. 

See you on the trail!

The beautiful Jewel of the Creek Preserve is owned by Desert Foothills Land Trust and located 4 miles north of the Town of Cave Creek. The preserve abuts the 2,000 acre Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area, a Maricopa County Park.

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*Jewel of the Creek Preserve is a natural desert setting. Desert Discovery Day takes place along the Harry Dalton trail which has a moderate rating, please click on the symbol to view our trail rating guide. This event is not suitable for strollers.

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