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    Sabino Canyon

    4,301 Reviews
    #4 of 267 things to do in Tucson
    Nature & Parks, Canyons
    5900 N Sabino Canyon Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750-0800
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    “Flooding but beautiful”

    So close to town, very busy on a lovely Sun. after major rainfall. $5 entry fee. Lots of parking... read more

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    SCVoyageur
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    “Afternoon Hike”

    We hiked from the visitor center, spending 3 hours in the canyon. We found no crowds and delightful... read more

    Reviewed yesterday
    NXTTRP
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    St. Petersburg, Florida
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    About
    Located in the Catalina Mountains and part of the Coronado National Forest, this beautiful canyon offers outdoor recreation including hiking, swimming, biking and picnicking. For an overview of the area, take the narrated shuttle bus tour.
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    5900 N Sabino Canyon Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750-0800
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    All reviews tram ride phone line trail phoneline trail paved road visitor center great hiking mile hike beautiful scenery hiking trails great place to hike running water parking lot bring lots of water natural beauty beautiful area picnic lunch sonoran desert
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    Reviewed today
    Flooding but beautiful

    So close to town, very busy on a lovely Sun. after major rainfall. $5 entry fee. Lots of parking. Bridges closed because of rushing water but people still crossing with one women swept off & had to be rescued by helicopter. Easy walking on paved...More

    Thank SCVoyageur
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Afternoon Hike

    We hiked from the visitor center, spending 3 hours in the canyon. We found no crowds and delightful views. The visitor center has lots of parking and a great gift shop. Exactly what we were looking for.

    Thank NXTTRP
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    An Oasis in the Desert

    Took the scenic ride up this beautiful canyon. The commentary was great as well as the walk back down. You can get as much or as little exercise as you want. Arrive early if you want to park in the main parking lot.

    Thank Karen L
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Rock jumpin

    Was an awesome day fresh water and many smiles, will definitely go again next year and take my son he will love it

    Thank 520dustingamez2018
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Nature

    This is one of my all time favorite places to go to when we visit Tucson. It's a pristine park that is full of beautiful Saguaro cacti and other flora and fauna in the desert. Worth a hike around!

    Thank Kathleen F
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Hot but nice walk

    We were in town for a business conference and had a free day. My husband and i took off and went to Sabino Canyon. We should have arrived earlier in the day, we got there around 9:30 and was already getting warm. Because we had...More

    Thank Momofthre3
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Interesting

    Well worth a visit, interesting hikes of varying difficulty. Very enjoyable and great views with nice photographic opportunities.

    Thank Steppin-owt
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Morning stroll..

    We’d taken a Monday morning out to visit the canyon during our Monday morning stay in Tucson. Unfortunately for us when we arrived on this typical 100 degree morning, the trams were not running that take you from place to place in between spots. Guess...More

    1  Thank Don C
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Like being on another planet

    What a great park! The selection of trails offer something for everyone. From short 1/4 mile nature walks to long, challenging hikes miles long into the surrounding mountains. Arrive early, before the heat kicks in and pack water and a good hat. The $5 entry...More

    Thank John K
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Good for walking

    It's beautiful for walking. It was a cool day when I was there but most of the time it gets hot when you walk.

    Thank Naseem N
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    DawnStone
    June 26, 2018|
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    Response from Bari R | Reviewed this property |
    Sabino Canyon is about a 20 minute drive from Saguaro National a monument East. October is a beautiful time to visit. Mount alemmon is about an hours drive from Tucson, if you want to go to the top, which you should... More
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    March 11, 2018|
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    Response from brownsq | Reviewed this property |
    It's about 2 1/2 miles each way. We are 60 years old and had no trouble with it. Not a lot of elevation gain. You do have to cross the creek 7 times by walking on rocks. I think an agile 7 or 8 year old would be fine. Feet... More
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    Amy V
    March 8, 2018|
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    Response from M F J | Reviewed this property |
    During the months of April, May, June, September, October and November, Sabino Canyon Tours offers evening rides three nights per month. For more information or to make your reservations, please call (520) 749-2327
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