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.
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.
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?
San Pedro Golf Course (7313 yards) winds through mesquite groves along the banks of the San Pedro ...
Upcoming Events
USA Volleyball High Performance Championships- Jul. 23 - Jul. 27 Championship volleyball matches will take place on 15 courts in the Tucson Convention Center (TCC) exhibition halls and arena. Opening Ceremonies will be in the TCC Grand Ballroom, July 22., 520-791-4101.
Southwest Wings Birding and Nature Festival- Aug. 6 - Aug. 10 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.
Summer Saturday Evenings- Jun. 7 - Aug. 30 Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum opens after sundown so visitors can enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the Sonoran Desert at night, on Saturdays., 520-883-2702.
DiscoveryDays at Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter- Jul. 19 - Sep. 21 Fun and educational adventures in science presented weekends by the University of Arizona and the UA College of Science at the new SkyCenter atop Mt. Lemmon., (520) 626-8122.
