The Top 20 Attractions in the Rincon Mountains
There are plenty of places to see and visit in the Rincon Mountains. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Rincon Mountains is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 18, 2025
Saguaro East Loop
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
This is the desert Disneyland of road riding in Tucson. It's one-way, so you don't have to worry about oncoming traffic. It's a national park, so there's an entrance fee-- …
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Douglas Spring Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Many great hikes, ranging from easy to intermediate, start out of the Douglas Spring Trailhead. There is also camping available at Douglas Springs.
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Lower Reddington Road
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Reddington Road is a rough but lovely dirt road that gives you plenty of MTB adventure possibilities. For instance, you can connect to Chiva Loop, Bellota / Arizona Trail (and …
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Juniper Basin Campground
Highlight • Rest Area
Juniper Basin Campground is one of the backcountry campgrounds in Saguaro National Park, where you are allowed to stay overnight with a permit. An overnight stay is 8 dollars per …
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Pink Hill Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Pink Hill Trail heads almost due east staying fairly level with very minor elevation changes. Between the Loma Verde Wash and Monument Wash is Pink Hill, a small hill rising …
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Freeman Homestead Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Freeman Homestead Trail is great for the whole family. This easy going hike takes you to a grove of old, giant Saguaros and the site of an old homestead …
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Cactus Forest Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Cactus Forest Trail in Saguaro National Park offers views of desert flora such as saguaro cactus, prickly pear, agave, and yucca. This trail connects to a variety of other hiking and cycling trails, including Cholla Trail and Squeeze Pen.
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Loma Verde Wash
Highlight • Gorge
Start on the Loma Verde Trail and hike through a grove of mature Mesquite trees. You will come across this seasonally flowing wash. Continue on to Pink Hill and Squeeze Pen.
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Pistol Hill – Saguaro National Park
Highlight • Trail
Saguaro National Park is home to the largest collection of giant saguaro cacti in the world. From the summit of Mica Mountain at 8,669 feet to the desert floor one …
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Grass Shack Campground
Highlight • Rest Area
Grass Shack Camp is one of the campgrounds in Saguaro National Park, where you are allowed to stay overnight with a permit. Permits can be obtained at rec.gov. An overnight …
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