TUCSON - Saguaro National Park East is home to an intricate web of hiking trails! Some take you up the mountain and others keep you in the desert.
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TUCSON - This week we’re Hittin’ the Trails in the Tucson Mountains because it’s easy to get to and this trail is only a 20 minute drive from …
This trail sits along the base of the San Pedro river. Experienced hikers can go the full 30 mile distance along this trail, but this spot is …
This trail not only offers beautiful views of Pusch Ridge but of Tucson as well! It's rated as moderate to difficult and is roughly 10 miles o…
SIERRA VISTA - Looking for an oasis in the desert this weekend? Hittin' the trails has a great hike for you where water is the big draw.
Easy to get to and easy to get to other trails in the Tucson Mountains as it links up to the David Yetman and Rock Wren Trails to name a few.
You can get to the Carr Peak Trail from both the Reef Townsite Campground and the Ramsey Vista Campground. With a 2,000-feet elevation gain fr…
TUCSON - Today we’re Hittin' the Trails 4 You at Madera Canyon’s Bog Springs Trail!
Its most popular hike is the six and a half mile David Yetman Trail. The paved trailhead can be found just off Gates Pass road and it’s open f…
This trail not only offers beautiful views of Pusch Ridge but of Tucson as well! It’s rated as moderate to difficult and is roughly 10 miles o…
The trail follows an old road from the Catalina Highway and it’s roughly 5 miles out and back. It is rated as difficult with an elevation gain…
This trail is located at Saguaro National Park West in the Tucson Mountains….
You can access it via Ajo Highway if you follow the directions on our website carefully! Parking is limited and parts of the trail are not cle…
This is one of the most beautiful hikes! However, it’s a hidden gem because it starts in the employees’ parking lot of the Loews Ventana Canyo…
Over 5-thousand feet in elevation, temperatures are a good 15 degrees cooler than Tucson but the Old Baldy Trail is one of the most difficult …
The grueling Green Mountain Trail is roughly 8 miles out and back and is rated as difficult. It’s best to hike this trail between March and Oc…
Located in the Tortolita Mountains, the Wild Burro Trail is well maintained and has several signs along the way. The trailhead leads users nor…
Located in Madera Canyon, this trail is less than 2 miles in length, but don’t let that fool you. This hike gains almost 1,000 feet in that sh…
When you arrive, the parking lot is quite large so you should be able to find a spot. At the trail head, turn left and you’re on the Desperado Loop!
Touting temps 30 degrees cooler than Tucson, the Meadow Loop Trail is a great beginner’s hike!
It’s a beautiful hike with tons of trees and mountain views! You never know what kind of animal you might see and the canyon is known to be fi…
Parker Canyon Lake is home to the Lakeshore Trail located in the Canelo Hills west of the Huachuca Mountains! The trail doesn’t have a big cli…
COCHISE COUNTY – The Carr Peak Trail offers some of the best views in the Huachucas and while it’s easy to access, it’s not the easiest hike. …
This week we’re heading to the Box Camp Trail, which can be challenging at times but it’s worth the views!
This trail is located in Sweetwater Preserve in the eastern foothills of the Tucson Mountains where there are over 15 miles of trails!
This week, we are Hittin’ the Trails at the Sabino Lake Loop Trail, which is roughly three miles long and paved for almost half of the loop.
This trail sits along the base of the San Pedro river. Experienced hikers can go the full 30 mile distance along this trail, but this spot is …
First, make sure you are drinking plenty of water. Don’t just drink water during your hike but drink a lot of water the night before. Pre-hydr…