This district stretches out 66,336 acres. It also contains a visitor center with plant and animal displays. The displays include desert animal skeletons and a cross section of a saguaro. A 15-minute slide show tells about the park's plant and wildlife. There are nature programs available in the winter.
Visitors can also explore the desert by taking a driving tour.
The Cactus Forest Drive starts at the visitor center and continues for 8 miles through the beautiful Sonoran desert. There are two picnic spots along the drive. Here you will see 20,738 acres of desert landscape. There are signs to direct you to the park. There is a driving trail that is located in the area.