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Tucson Outdoor Adventure & Nature

No matter what you love to do in the great outdoors, Tucson is the place to do it. With our famed mild climate and about 350 sunny days a year, our outdoors is always open.

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Hiking - From pleasant urban walks to rugged canyon hikes we have countless spectacular trails for every level.

Biking - On the trail or on the road, Tucson is a top biking destination.

Horseback Riding - You can saddle up at a guest ranch, resort, or public stable in Tucson.

Rock Climbing - The five mountain ranges surrounding Tucson offer endless opportunities for climbers of every skill level.

Plants & Animals - Discover the incredible variety of plants and animals that have adapted to our unique ecosystem.

Outdoor Family Fun - Kid-friendly activities that are fun for grown-ups too.

Bird Watching - With over 250 species in our widely varied environments, Southern Arizona is a birder's paradise.

Astronomy - Tour some of the world's most-respected observatories and enjoy the same "good seeing" as the pros.

Caves - Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Southern Arizona's underground.

Voluntourism - Would you like to give something back to Tucson or Southern Arizona during your next trip?


Featured Outdoor Adventure Partners

Icon depicts businesses that are green. Icon depicts businesses participating in our money-saving Tucson Attractions Passport - enjoy 2-for-1 offers plus other great discounts. El icono describe empresas que participan con el Centro de Convenciones y Visitantes de Tucson en los esfuerzos de mercadotecnia en Mexico. Estas empresas han sido capacitadas para mejor servir a nuestro visitante Mexicano, y procuran mantener personal que hable Español.

Icon depicts businesses that participate in the MTCVB's marketing efforts in Mexico. They have gone through special training preparing them to best service our visitors from Mexico and attempt to have a Spanish-speaking person on staff. Icon depicts golf courses with which you can book tee times electronically through our website. Good for tee times one week out. For longer range bookings, call the golf course directly. Icon depicts hotels with which you can book electronically through our website via Travelocity.
ATV Desert Tours--Shadowadventures, L.P.
ATV rides in the beautiful Southern Arizona desert. We offer day rides, night rides, bonfires with …

Southern Arizona Balloon Excursions
Join us in an irresistible opportunity for pleasure and adventure. Enjoy the view of the spectacular …

Tucson Balloon Rides
Enjoy beautiful mountain/desert vistas and the most romantic form of aviation. Flight includes …

Fleur de Tucson Balloon Tours, LLC
Tucson's preferred hot air balloon company since 1980. Personalized rides for two-five people …





Upcoming Events


SDMB Last Saturday Ride - Jul. 25  The Last Saturday mountain bike ride happens each and every month on different trails located around Tucson. Rides vary from beginner friendly to more advanced, but all are welcome. Please see http://www.sdmb.org/ridesevents.html for this month's ride!.

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Southwest Wings Birding & Nature Festival - Aug. 5 - Aug. 9  For all ages, self-guided and guided tours, exhibits, and programs about Southern Arizona birds and butterflies The festival takes place near base of the Huachuca Mountains, minutes from some of the best birding areas in the United States., (520) 678-8237.

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Helpful Links

Insider Favorites - Outdoor Adventure
Historic Anza Trail
Coronado National Forest
Trails.com
Saguaro National Park
LocalHikes.com
Rock Climbing at Mt. Lemmon
Perimeter Bicycling
Tucson Triathlon Club