If you are looking to get some fresh air when the temperatures go down, this is the article for you. Tucson is home to some of the most beautiful hiking trails. There are so many trails to chose from, starting with city limits and to even outside city limits. Here are five nice places to go hiking.

Sabino Canyon:

This is the home of the Bear Canyon Trail and Seven Falls. It is available year round and if you love taking pictures, there is beautiful scenery. Bear Canyon trail is about 1.7 miles long and is usually reachable by a half an hour. The trail is stony, mostly level, and not that difficult. There are a few shaded areas but the route is mostly exposed to the sun.  Seven Falls is the most photogenic feature in the canyon. When the waterfall starts flowing (happens around October- May), the stream forms many pools and cascades. You can even go swimming.

Tumamoc Hill:

Tumamoc Hill is located west of “A” Mountain. It is 2.9 miles round trip and is a paved road all the way up. This hiking trail gives you a great view of the City of Tucson. It is also one of the few places that permit night hiking. The scenery and wildlife is breathtaking. You can go anytime except between 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday-Friday. This is when the one-land road is too dangerous to walk.

Catalina State Park: 

Catalina State Park is located at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains. It is home of 150 species of birds and 5,000 saguaros. There are also trails for biking and horseback riding. Catalina State Park is open year round, 24 hours a day. If you are looking for a place to camp, this is a great place to go! There are eight trails differentiating in length and difficulty.

Oracle State Park:

This hiking trail is located near Biosphere 2 and is also known as an International Dark Sky park. Oracle State Park is a 4,000 acre wildlife refuge in the northern foothills of the Catalina Mountains. The park offers day-use

picnic areas and over 15 miles of trails for hikers and mountain bikers. Oracle State Park serves as a Center for Environmental Education and provides programs for all ages. Students get to learn about the habitats between plants, animals, and people.

Picacho Peak:

Picacho Peak is located along interstate 10 and has a 3,374 summit. If you are an advanced hiker this is the place for you! Many hiking trails offer hikers both scenic and challenging hikes. Hiking gloves are recommended when going to hike here. Make sure to bring plenty of food/water and proper hiking shoes. The park is known for its unique geological significance and outstanding desert growth. It also offers a visitor center with exhibits and a park store. There is also a playground, a campground, and picnic areas.