Hiking the Rincon Mountains

Located on Tucson's east side is the Rincon Mountain Wilderness Area of Coronado National Forest. The most popular way to experience the Rincons is at Saguaro National Park East, which offers numerous trails, including two located at Colossal Cave Mountain Park, a massive underground labyrinth, one of the largest dry caves in the world.

Colossal Cave Mountain Park -This beautiful, 2,400-acre desert park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and showcases Colossal Cave and the historic La Posta Quemada Ranch. Two easy hiking trails wind throughout the park, including the Gale W. Bundrick Trail, which goes into a riparian area.

Cactus Forest Trail - This easy, sandy and level trail (10-miles round trip) crosses several times the Cactus Forest Drive loop within the Saguaro National Park. The scenery is classic Sonoran Desert, with many saguaros and other cacti.

Douglas Spring Trail - This easy hike (6-miles, round trip) is an excellent introductory hike that features a beautiful, seasonal waterfall at the end.

Rincon Peak: Miller Peak Trail - A strenuous, lengthy hike (16-mile round trip) in a remote location ending at one of the best summits in Tucson.

Tanque Verde Ridge Trail - This is a strenuous, 18-mile round-trip hike through pristine Sonoran Desert landscape with tremendous views.

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