There are so many beautiful places in Arizona it can be difficult to pick just one to visit. Whether you are a local looking for something different to shake up your weekend, or a tourist checking off the top sites, Mount Lemmon should definitely be on your list of places to see. This scenic spot is perfect of nature lovers everywhere. Head out near Tucson, Arizona for an adventure of hiking, rock climbing, skiing, biking and more.
Adventure awaits at Mount Lemmon!
Wintersintucson / Tripadvisor At 9,159 feet, Mount Lemmon is the highest point in the Santa Catalina Range. This beautiful spot is just over an hour north of Tucson in the Coronado National Forest.
You don’t even have to get out of your car to experience this spot in all its natural glory.
ramsdesk / Tripadvisor Drive through Catalina Highway, known as “Mt. Lemmon Highway” for 27 miles of awe. As you drive up, you’ll see something new at every turn from trees, shrubs and wildflowers to natural rock sculptures.
It’s one of the most scenic highways in the southwest.
Keske V / Tripadvisor For your convenience, there are turnouts at scenic overlooks and several campgrounds and picnic areas.
Or keep your feet on the ground. Mount Lemmon’s unique rock formations attract avid rock climbers and hikers.
Steve S / Tripadvisor There are 32 different hiking trails to choose from with varying levels of difficulty.
As you hike, you’ll get to see breathtaking views like this.
ChefMEK / Tripadvisor
Camera ready, eyes peeled. Mount Lemmon is a popular bird watching spot too.
Brian Henderson / Flickr Spot beautiful birds like this yellow-eyed junco.
Head towards the bottom of Mount Lemmon to enjoy Rose Canyon Lake.
Nickley / Tripadvisor This beautiful six-acre lake is great for trout fishing. The Rose Canyon Campground is nearby as well for those who want to stay a little longer.
And of course, you can’t forget Mount Lemmon Ski Valley.
Goretti R / Tripadvisor While Ski Valley is open all year long, Mount Lemmon typically gets snowfall November to April with a peak in January.
You tell us! What’s your favorite outdoor spot in Arizona?
Wintersintucson / Tripadvisor
At 9,159 feet, Mount Lemmon is the highest point in the Santa Catalina Range. This beautiful spot is just over an hour north of Tucson in the Coronado National Forest.
ramsdesk / Tripadvisor
Drive through Catalina Highway, known as “Mt. Lemmon Highway” for 27 miles of awe. As you drive up, you’ll see something new at every turn from trees, shrubs and wildflowers to natural rock sculptures.
Keske V / Tripadvisor
For your convenience, there are turnouts at scenic overlooks and several campgrounds and picnic areas.
Steve S / Tripadvisor
There are 32 different hiking trails to choose from with varying levels of difficulty.
ChefMEK / Tripadvisor
Brian Henderson / Flickr
Spot beautiful birds like this yellow-eyed junco.
Nickley / Tripadvisor
This beautiful six-acre lake is great for trout fishing. The Rose Canyon Campground is nearby as well for those who want to stay a little longer.
Goretti R / Tripadvisor
While Ski Valley is open all year long, Mount Lemmon typically gets snowfall November to April with a peak in January.
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