Hike Detail SheetHikesUpper Intermediate

Phone Line Trail (UI)

By September 14, 2022 July 7th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 9.4 Area: Sabino Canyon, Tucson
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 700 Park Entry Fee: See below
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=839
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 32.309953, -110.823660
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Yes Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs Yes Steep Trail: No
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 with scenic views of Sabino Canyon and the Catalina Mountains. Hike begins near the Visitor Center. This hike requires a parking fee ($8) or National Park Pass/Senior Pass. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

Drive south on Hunt Hwy, turn right on Attaway. Turn right on Martin Rd to 287 and turn left. Follow 287 South to I-10 East toward Tucson. Near Tucson, take exit 248 W Ina Rd and turn left. Drive 7 miles east on W Ina Rd, keeping right onto Skyline Dr. In about 2 miles keep right onto E Sunrise Blvd. Travel about 6.5 miles to N Sabino Canyon Rd and turn left. Drive about 0.5 miles on N Sabino Canyon Rd to entry of parking lot on right.