Self Guided Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway Driving Tour

Mount Lemmon is part of the Coronado National Forest. entry fee is $8/vehicle.

he Hohokam culture, used for turning acorns into flour.

waterfalls on the opposite side of the ravine, though they are dry much of the year. Good spot to see wildlife, too.

Wait for sunset or just marvel at the beauty of the landscape below you.

all, thin rock spires (hoodoos) that have been formed by millions of years of erosion. Visitors can hike along the trail to get up close and experience the otherworldly beauty of these geological formations.

San Pedro Vista in Arizona offers travelers a scenic overlook of the San Pedro River Valley and the surrounding mountain ranges. Visitors can enjoy the stunning panoramic views, go hiking along the trails, and spot wildlife in the area.

You can view the mountains far across the valley amid charred trunks of trees.

ds and views of the San Pedro valley far, far below.

ut the chairlift operates year-round, whisking you to the summit in about 15 minutes, where you can view near 360 degree vistas of Tucson, the San Pedro valley, or even as far as New Mexico.

enjoy a giant, freshly made cookie, have a sit-down dinner, or find a nice trail to hike. It’s all here in quiet Summerhaven.

at hike for those looking to stretch their legs for a while.

insight and reflection or perhaps just a nice photo or two. You can snack near the shore, walk around the edge, or even fish if you’ve got a license and rod.

he geological formations of the surrounding area. Visitors can see how different layers of rocks and sediments have been shaped over time to create the beautiful and diverse landscape, and learn about the geological history of the region.

Bug Spring Trailhead in Arizona offers travelers a picturesque hiking trail that takes them through a dense forest of tall pine trees, past a refreshing mountain spring, and up to the summit of the nearby mountain peak. Along the way, hikers can enjoy stunning views of the surrounding landscape and possibly spot some wildlife. A fun hike for folks who want one last chance to get out of the car and onto a trail for a while.

Open from October to April, and there are restrooms.