213 m away
Tanque Verde Ridge to Tanque Verde Peak
Go any distance up the mountain for a sampling of epic views, or make an overnight trip to enjoy the full platter.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 26 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 1.4 km
Short loop hike from the Cactus Forest Drive—great for kids and nature lovers of all ages.
Hiking Easy
This hike is easy to get to and easy to complete. It’s at the end of the two-way section of the Cactus Forest Loop Drive, near the Javelina picnic area. The trail is just under a mile long, on a sandy trail with only small ups and downs. It’s named for a ranch home built here nearly 100 years ago, though no structures remain. Along the trail are signs with bonus activities for kids, related to the history as well as plant and animal life. Cacti and other Sonoran plants are abundant, and there’s one grove of particularly large saguaros. Various birds and lizards are almost guaranteed to be seen, and a keen eye might spot other wildlife as well.
Easy
Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.
213 m away
Go any distance up the mountain for a sampling of epic views, or make an overnight trip to enjoy the full platter.
Difficult Hiking
4.5 km away
A scenic, varied, and uncrowded loop beginning in the Cactus Forest and climbing to higher views near the foot of the mountains.
Moderate Hiking
5.1 km away
Short and sweet hike to an impressive viewpoint in a lesser-visited corner of Saguaro National Park.
Moderate Hiking
5.1 km away
A relaxed stroll in the Cactus Forest, excellent for viewing desert plants, birds, and wildflowers.
Easy Hiking
8.6 km away
An easily accessed corner of the Cactus Forest, with especially rich desert flora and broad vistas.
Moderate Hiking
8.6 km away
Hike through the foothills beside a rocky ravine, to a waterfall that flows with seasonal rainfall.
Moderate Hiking
8.6 km away
A tour of ranching relics and diverse nature, with views over Tucson from the rocky foothills.
Difficult Hiking
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