Synopsis
Known for its scenic mountain vistas and spectacular desert sunsets, Tucson is a year-round mecca for hikers. In this completely-revised, second edition of Betty Leavengood's bestselling Tucson Hiking Guide, readers will find new and up-to-date information for hiking trails in the Tucson, Rincon, Santa Catalina, and Santa Rita mountains. Thirty-four hikes, grouped by mountain range, are rated from easy to difficult-most just a short drive from downtown Tucson. An essential sourcebook for all Arizona hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, this second edition features: New routes, trails, maps, photos, and elevation/distance profiles Updated trailhead and access information Revised information on precautions for desert hiking New historical notes and anecdotes
"Using the Tucson Hiking Guide is a pleasure. Directions are clear and extremely specific yet this precise information is engagingly presented in a pleasantly readable and humorous style. . ." (Tucson Sierra Club)
"(Leavengood's stories) bring the history of the area alive and make the trails more than mere paths through the desert and mountains." (The Arizona Daily Star)
Author Bio: Betty Leavengood is an experienced Tucson hiker who cherishes the ever changing scenery found hiking each season of the desert southwest.