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Our group features hikes of variable length & ability. Beginner hikes range from 2 to 4 miles, while advanced hikes may be up to 16 miles and may feature bush-wacking & rock scrambling. Beginner and moderate hikes usually are a mixed group between athletic pace and slow or moderate pace. Having fun talking, taking pictures, and admiring the beautiful Sonoran desert is all part of the package deal.

Many factors determine the difficulty of a hike: mileage, terrain, elevation and pace. The hike rating scale that we have adopted is:

A - Extreme: no limit for distance or elevation
B - Advanced: maximum 16 miles or 3000' gain
C - Intermediate: maximum 8 miles or 1500' gain
D - Beginner: maximum 4 miles or 500' gain

Please read more about the Tucson Hiking Meetup Group on the "page" tab above.

This group is open to new members. We hope you'll join us!

Even more about us: http://www.meetup.com/tucsonhiking/about/

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Wednesday Tumamoc Conditioning Walk (Socially Distanced)

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Tumamoc Hill is open for hiking with masks required and socially distanced at 10 feet. Stay safe and healthy.

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The hikers will gather at the corner of West Anklam and Tumamoc Hill road at 6:00 pm and take a quick walk up the hill. Please remember to bring water and a flashlight in case the moon is hiding. Here's the skinny: 3.1 miles roundtrip, 730 ft climb. This is not a guided tour. Since we will be going at our own pace to stay in shape, this may not be an appropriate hike for beginners or first timers.

Important Note: This is a regularly event every Wednesday, an organizer may not attend. There are a number of other members who do this walk though. If you are coming for the first time, look for a group of people at the start of the paved path by Anklam Road. Keep in mind that Tumamoc is very popular, i.e. there may be a 200 other people walking up the hill. Just look for a group of people (3 or more) at the start of the path and don't hesitate to approach and ask them if they are the hiking group. The group leaves promptly. If you are late, you are still welcome to walk the hill by yourself. Thank you for your understanding and Happy Trails!

Be adult and responsible; hike at your own risk.

Hike the Madera Canyon Nature Trail -Santa Rita Mountains

Whitehouse Picnic Area

This is an out and back hike of ~5.3-miles with an elevation gain of ~882’.
Madera Canyon is a fee area. https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/coronado/passes-permits/recreation

Drive south from Tucson on Interstate 19 to the Continental Road/Madera Canyon Exit. Turn east and follow the signs 12 miles to scenic Madera Canyon. Meet at the Whitehouse Picnic Area. It is the second parking/picnic area.

The trail begins with a gentle grade. It winds along the creek through a forest of 100+ year old Oaks, Arizona Sycamores and ancient Alligator Junipers. The canyon is also home to many species of birds. The group will continue on up the switchback trail to the Mount Wrightson Picnic Area. After a break, we will head back down to the Whitehouse Trailhead. You may return to your car at any point on the hike. Due to the elevation, I will be hiking at a slower pace and taking several breaks. Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome!

Friday Night Sabino Stroll

Sabino Canyon Recreation Area

Come join us for our weekly Sabino Stroll. This is a great hike for new members. We walk up the paved tram road and enjoy the views of the canyon. We break this event into two separate groups. One departs promptly at 6pm and the other departs at 7pm. The 6pm group walks the entire tram road and back at a brisk pace, for a total of 7.4 miles. The 7pm group turns around at the "scorpion wall" for a total of 4 miles and walks at a more modest pace. We normally break up into even smaller groups as everyone walks at a different pace.
We will meet at the ramada in the main parking lot in front of the Sabino Canyon Visitor Center, do a quick round of introductions and start hiking shortly thereafter. Please write "6pm" in the comments when you RSVP if you are joining the 6pm group. Otherwise, we will expect to see you at 7pm.
!!! If no host is present at the appointed time (+5 minutes), begin the stroll anyway!!!
We are hiking in the dark, so please make sure you have a good flashlight. The rattlesnakes are out. Stroll at your own risk. Be prepared for possible rain.

To pay immediately before the stroll, you will need to have exact change ($8) for a day pass, which can be purchased at the self service station next to the ramada where we meet.
Parking permits for Sabino Canyon cost $8 for a day pass and $40 for an annual pass. Annual passes can be purchased at the ticket booth as well as the Visitor's Center, when its open. Interagency (America the Beautiful and/or Senior) passes are also accepted.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coronado/recarea/?recid=80532

What to have:
1 - Water (1-2 liters, make sure you have additional water during the summer)
2 - Hiking appropriate clothes, for the weather
3 - Hiking appropriate shoes, for the weather
4 - Headlamp
Optional: Black light, if you are going on the 7 pm hike.

Get-together in the main parking lot after the hike! This is the place! Bring drinks and food!

Ventana Trail to Maiden Pools Hike

Ventana Canyon Trailhead

Let's enjoy the beauty and peace in nature. Destress. See old friends, make new ones. 5 miles total, 1,300 foot climb. We'll walk in during daylight, eat at the pools and walk out in the dark. Full moon. Please bring water, food and a light.

Don't come if you are sick. This is a free breathing event. No bathroom at trailhead.
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