| Approx hike distance (miles): | 5 | Area: | Mt Lemmon, Tucson |
| Accum. elevation gain (feet): | 850 | Park Entry Fee: | No |
| Low to high elevation gain: | N/A | SCAMR All Trails Map: | No |
| Recommended gas donation: | $10 | Website for reference info: | N/A |
| Unpaved miles: | 0 | Trailhead GPS Coordinates | N/A |
| Road Conditions: | Good | High clearance vehicle req’d: | No |
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in |
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| Trail Conditions | |||
| Maintained Trail: | Yes | Uneven footing | Yes |
| Steep side drop-offs | No | Steep Trail: | Yes |
| Off Trial (scratchy) | No | Slippery Trail Surfaces: | No |
| Use of hands required: | No | Boulder Hopping: | No |
| Difficulty: | Moderate | Water Crossings: | No |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | Yes | Gloves Required: | No |
Special Instructions:
This is an out-and-back hike past an old prison camp, Sycamore Reservoir and along part of the AZ Trail. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.
Directions:
Turn left on Hunt Hwy, then turn right on Attaway. Turn right on 287 (at light), then turn left on 87 (at light). Follow 87 to I-10 East (toward Tucson). Exit at Grant Rd East and follow to Tanque Verde Rd. Turn left on Catalina Hwy (Mount Lemmon Hwy). Just past Mile marker 7, turn left on Prison Rd.
