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Book SynopsisExplore the Best Trails in Tucson, Arizona
Encircled by mountains, blessed with awe-inspiring desert scenery, and flanked to its east and west by Saguaro National Park, Tucson is an absolute hiker’s nirvana. Hundreds of trails provide endless opportunities to explore. With the expert guidance of local author Rob Rachowiecki, you’ll experience 38 five-star hiking trails, for all levels and interests, divided into six distinct areas in and around the city.
Bag a peak, or take a dip in a swimming hole. Immerse yourself in the region’s American Indian history, or wander among towering rock formations. With ratings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children, you can find your perfect outings with just a glance. GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheads help to ensure that you always know where you are and where to go. Insights into the history, flora, and fauna of the routes entertain and educate while you are out on the trails.
Save time and make the most of your hiking adventures. Experience the best of Tucson’s breathtaking scenery, varied terrain, and amazing wildlife. Lace up, grab your pack, and hit the trail!
Table of ContentsOverview Map
Overview Map Key
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Preface
Recommended Hikes
Introduction
Saguaro National Park East and Eastern Tucson
- Saguaro National Park East: Cactus Forest–Mica View Loop
- Saguaro National Park East: Douglas Spring and Bridal Wreath Falls Trails
- Saguaro National Park East: Freeman Homestead Trail
- Saguaro National Park East: Garwood Dam Loop
- Saguaro National Park East: Tanque Verde Ridge Trail
- Tanque Verde Falls Trails
- Zimmerman Trailhead to Three Bridges
Sabino Canyon
- Blackett’s Ridge Trail
- Hutch’s Pool
- Phoneline Trail
- Sabino Canyon Road
- Seven Falls on Bear Canyon Trail
Mount Lemmon
- Babad Do’ag Trail
- Incinerator Ridge Trail
- Marshall Gulch Loop
- Meadow Trail Loop
- Molino Basin Trail
- Wilderness of Rock Loop
Santa Catalina Foothills
- Catalina State Park: Nature and Birding Loops
- Catalina State Park: Romero Canyon Trail to Romero Pools
- Finger Rock Trail to Mount Kimball
- Linda Vista Loop
- Pima Canyon Trail to Mount Kimball
- Pontatoc Ridge Trail
- Ventana Canyon to Maiden Pools and The Window
Saguaro National Park West, Tucson Mountains and Tortolita Mountains
- Saguaro National Park West: Hugh Norris Trail to Wasson Peak
- Saguaro National Park West: Sweetwater Trail to Wasson Peak
- Saguaro National Park West: Thunderbird Loop
- Sentinel Peak
- Tucson Mountain Park: Brown Mountain Loop
- Tucson Mountain Park: Yetman Trail
- Wild Burro Loop
Madera Canyon Area
- Bog Springs–Kent Spring Loop
- Dutch John Spring Trail
- Nature Trail and Madera Creek Trail
- Old Baldy Trail to Mount Wrightson
- Super Trail to Mount Wrightson
- Madera Canyon: Wheelchair-Accessible Loops
Appendix A: Outdoor Retailers
Appendix B: Map Resources
Appendix C: Hiking Clubs
Index
About the Author
