| Approx hike distance (miles): | 6 | Area: | Catalina Mountains |
| Accum. elevation gain (feet): | 1500 | Park Entry Fee: | No |
| Low to high elevation gain: | N/A | SCAMR All Trails Map: | Yes |
| Recommended gas donation: | $10 | Website for reference info: | hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=1410 |
| Unpaved miles: | 0 | Trailhead GPS Coordinates | 32.327997, -110.853035 |
| 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 | Yes | Steep Trail: | Yes |
| Off Trial (scratchy) | No | Slippery Trail Surfaces: | Yes |
| Use of hands required: | No | Boulder Hopping: | Yes |
| Difficulty: | Strenuous | Water Crossings: | Yes |
| Restrooms at Trailhead: | Yes | Gloves Required: | No |
Special Instructions:
This is an out and back hike starting at the east end of Loews Ventana Resort and borders private land for the first ¾ miles. The first 2 miles are fairly easy with several stream crossings; the last mile consists of steep switchbacks on boulder strewn terrain. After reaching a crest, the trail drops down to the lovely Maiden Pools. Hiking poles are recommended especially if there is water in the stream. This hike offers fabulous views of rock formations, desert flora and the city of Tucson. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.
Directions:
Take Hunt Highway south to AZ 79. Turn south on AZ 79 and travel 45 miles to Oracle Junction. Turn right on AZ 77 for 16 miles and turn left on Ina Road. Travel on Ina Road which becomes Skyline then Sunrise Road for 8.5 miles. Turn left on Kolb Road and drive 1.2 miles then turn right onto Estes Drive. Continue straight to North Resort Drive and follow signs to Ventana Trailhead. The trail parking and trailhead is at the east end of the parking lot.
