Join Sabino Canyon Naturalists on Friday hikes in the Santa Catalina Ranger District, all open to the public. Friday Hikes will be every first and third Friday of the month (Let’s Explore Sabino shorter hikes are planned for the second and fourth Fridays). Start times are not the same for all hikes, due to varying starting locations.
Today’s Hike: Pima Canyon Trail to the dam
One of several canyons in the Pusch Ridge Forest with spectacular eastward cliffs. A gradual rocky/sandy ascent, with a slickrock natural dam for a nice break and snack before returning to the trailhead.
This is a medium difficulty hike of 6 miles round trip, with an elevation gain of approximately 1100 feet.
Meet at Pima Canyon Trailhead parking lot at the end of E. Magee Road, approximately 2 miles east of Oracle Road, by 7:45 for signup and briefing so we can start by 8:00.
Questions? Contact Beatriz at fridayhikes@sabinonaturalists.org.
About the Friday hikes:
– All hikes are open to the public, free and guided, with no reservations required. Forest Service fees at parking lots may apply: $8 day pass per car or an appropriate Interagency Pass.
– Hikes are NOT “nature walks”; rough and often steep terrain can be expected.
– Hiking distance listed is roundtrip unless otherwise noted.
– Please bring plenty of water and a snack or lunch for longer hikes.
– Hiking boots or comfortable footwear and hiking poles are recommended.
– No pets. No smoking.
– Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
– Cell phones for emergencies only.
– Subject to last minute cancellation due to inclement weather or road closure. Call Catalina Highway closure information at 520-351-8844 or check the website calendar at https://www.sabinonaturalists.org on the morning of the hike for closures.