Pima Canyon

The Pima Canyon may be smaller than other area canyons but the area is great for hiking because it is usually not as crowded as the other options in Arizona. The trail is 3.2 miles and usually takes a little over an hour to hike. The highest elevation of the trail is 3,750-feet, and the trail runs upward on a gradient. The trail runs directly through the canyon, and the trail's end is a great place to break for picnic after the hike. There is parking in the area, but it often fills up quickly on nicer weekends. The starting point of the trail features directional signs, a water fountain, and a memorial that was erected to a former hiker. There are steep rock formations in the canyon and many believe it is one of the prettiest features of the area. Deeper into the heart of the canyon is a stream that follows the trail. Further in there is a small dam surrounded by flat rocks. This makes a great area to rest and there are often many hikers sitting in the area. The return path of the trail traces the path into the canyon, meaning there is no loop on the trail. While you are not far from Tucson, and the trail is not that long, hikers will feel as if they are miles away from an urban environment. Bighorn sheep are occasionally spotted in the area.