RINCON MOUNTAINS

Location: Saguaro National Park East 

Intensity: MODERATE

Duration: 4 HOURS

Distance: 8.5 miles (7.5km)

1,788ft (400m) Elevation gain

    This trail offers a beautiful scenery, wildlife, seasonal running water at the dam and an excellent workout. You'll encounter several sections of rolling hills that provide stunning valley views. The highlight of this route is the stunning views of the Catalina Mountains. The trail is well-marked and provides a pleasant, quiet experience.

Location: Saguaro National Park East 

Intensity: EASY

Duration: 2 HOURS

Distance: 3.4 miles (5.5km)

82ft (25m) Elevation gain

  This route offers an easy and fun hike. It offers stunning and diverse views of the desert and cacti. The trail is well-maintained, well-marked, and mostly flat. The surrounding landscape is dotted with lots of different cacti, including majestic Saguaros and Prickly Pear.

Location: Saguaro National Park East 

Intensity: MODERATE

Duration: 4 HOURS

Distance: 7.3 miles (11.75km)

1,184ft (361m) Elevation gain

This beautiful hiking trail takes you through the stunning desert scenery, surrounded by cacti and other wonderful flora. The terrain is rocky with some sandy sections. The trail is mainly exposed to the sun, with very little shade, so it is recommended to bring enough water and sun protection. If you plan to visit during the spring months, you will be delighted with an abundance of wildflowers and blooming cacti.