| Yet in another area hit by a recent heavy rain, the ironwood trees and the spiny ocotillos are flush with new green leaves. |
| The ocotillos can be glorious in their spring bloom, while the self-guided natural trail at the Cholla Cactus Garden is always a favorite. |
| You'll traverse a series of high valleys, ravines, and washes filled with a variety of plants, including purple barrel cactus and stands of ocotillos. |
