Arizona is brimming with mountains, so naturally, some are more well-known than others. Among the most underrated of them all is Brown Mountain, located in Tucson Mountain Park. The hike to this majestic natural wonder isn’t too difficult, and it boasts breathtaking plant life around every turn.
Tucked away down Kinney Road on Tucson’s west side, Brown Mountain is such an underrated natural wonder.
AllTrails/Danny Klorer With a hiking trail, picnic area, and sprawling desert vistas, this hidden gem is worth a visit from any corner of the state.
Clocking in at 4.7 miles, the trail is ranked as moderate.
AllTrails/Judy Willette It features an elevation gain of just over 650 feet, perfect for when you’re craving a good sweat but want some energy leftover to really take in the scenery.
As the trail is a loop, it’s up to you which direction to travel.
AllTrails/Glenn Mulloy Most hikers prefer counterclockwise, which offers a slow gradual ascent, finishing near the picnic area.
Brown Mountain boasts some of the most diverse flora and fauna in the area, so there’s always something to catch your eye.
AllTrails/The Bobanian From towering Saguaros to birds chirping their hellos to all sorts of colorful blooms, rest assured you’ll never get bored.
Although the trail is within city limits, it feels miles away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
AllTrails/The Bobanian Even better, large crowds are a rarity here, so peace and quiet abound at every turn. Enjoy this time to relax, recharge, and rejuvenate.
We recommend getting started either before dawn or in the early evening - and the reason is twofold.
AllTrails/Jeff Matranga First, you’ll avoid the oppressive, midday heat that takes all the enjoyment out of hiking. Second, southern Arizona sunsets and sunrises are just too pretty to pass up—especially with mountain peak silhouetted in the foreground.
Four-legged friends are welcome, so put together a sack lunch, grab your pooch, and hit the trail.
AllTrails/Joan Fabiano It’s always a beautiful day at this criminally overlooked oasis.
Visit the hike’s AllTrails page to learn more.
AllTrails/Danny Klorer
With a hiking trail, picnic area, and sprawling desert vistas, this hidden gem is worth a visit from any corner of the state.
AllTrails/Judy Willette
It features an elevation gain of just over 650 feet, perfect for when you’re craving a good sweat but want some energy leftover to really take in the scenery.
AllTrails/Glenn Mulloy
Most hikers prefer counterclockwise, which offers a slow gradual ascent, finishing near the picnic area.
AllTrails/The Bobanian
From towering Saguaros to birds chirping their hellos to all sorts of colorful blooms, rest assured you’ll never get bored.
Even better, large crowds are a rarity here, so peace and quiet abound at every turn. Enjoy this time to relax, recharge, and rejuvenate.
AllTrails/Jeff Matranga
First, you’ll avoid the oppressive, midday heat that takes all the enjoyment out of hiking. Second, southern Arizona sunsets and sunrises are just too pretty to pass up—especially with mountain peak silhouetted in the foreground.
AllTrails/Joan Fabiano
It’s always a beautiful day at this criminally overlooked oasis.
Have you ever been to Brown Mountain? Are there any other hidden mountains in Arizona? Let us know in the comments, and check out our previous article for another mountain adventure you can enjoy from the comfort of your own vehicle.
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Address: Brown Mountain Trail, Tucson, AZ 85743, USA
