Tucson Outdoor Adventure

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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Explore the Magic of Our Great Outdoors Through Hiking & Biking in Tucson

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

Presidio Santa Cruz de Terrenate Historic Site Interpretive Trail
The 1.2 mile hike from the parking area will take you to the ruins of a Spanish presidio in use …
Reef Townsite
The Reef townsite was a mining camp active from the 1880s to the early 1900s when miners sought …
Tumamoc Hill – Tucson Mountains
This easy hike (3.1-mile round trip) up a well-paved hill offers fantastic views of the city as …
Stronghold Nature Trail
Cochise Stronghold, Dragoon Mountains 520-364-3468  Day use fee, $3, Camping, $10.?