National Public Lands Day: Wickenburg Area Cleanup
Event Description
PHOENIX – Join the Bureau of Land Management and the Wickenburg Conservation Foundation for a volunteer cleanup event on Saturday, Nov. 21 in celebration of National Public Lands Day. Volunteers will help remove scattered trash and refresh the Sophies Flat area northwest of Wickenburg, one of the community’s most popular outdoor destinations. Learn more about the event.
The cleanup will begin at 8 a.m. at the Sophies Flat Trailhead about 5 miles northwest of central Wickenburg off Constellation Road. The event will focus on general trash cleanup through the area. Participants should bring gloves, sun protection, water, and snacks. Volunteers can register online.
Volunteer cleanups support ongoing efforts to keep public lands safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for all visitors. Public participation helps protect local recreation spaces and maintains the natural beauty of this well‑loved spot.
Sophies Flat Area Cleanup
Location: Sophies Flat, about 5 miles northwest of central Wickenburg off of Constellation Road. (Lat/Long: 34.006700, -112.693800)
Time: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.