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Tanque Verde Ridge Trail
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Tanque Verde Ridge Trail
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Tanque Verde Ridge Trail offers a wide variety of hiking options for visitors. From a quick walk up to the overlook, to a multi day trip up the mountain. The trail extends a total of 11 miles from the trailhead, up to Cow Head Saddle Trail. Along the trail sits one of the many backcountry campsites (Juniper Basin). Be sure to plan accordingly for your desired hike. For sunset viewing along this trail, head up about 0.6miles (roughly 100ft elevation) to the overlook area.
Ridge View Trail
~5 min drive
This easy to moderate trail begins at the Loma Alta Trailhead, along the southern parts of the Rincon Mountain District. This trail traverses 2.2miles (round-trip) and has roughly 300ft of elevation change throughout. It provides a secluded hiking experience, along with beauti…
Mica View Picnic Area (East District)
~5 min drive
This is a great place to take some shorter hikes and enjoy covered picnic areas. There is a large, family-friendly and accessible picnic shelter near the parking lot. There is an ADA accessible trail starting from this area called the Mica View Trail. Additionally, this picnic…
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Douglas Spring Trail
~9 min drive
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Lower Tanque Verde Falls
~12 min drive
0.8 mi · Easy
South Tanque Verde Rim
~12 min drive
1.9 mi · Easy
Upper Tanque Verde Falls
~13 min drive
0.8 mi · Easy
Agua Caliente Hill
~13 min drive
8.9 mi · Hard