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5700 Sabino
Canyon Rd.
Tucson, AZ. 85750
(520) 749-8700
www.sabinocanyon.org
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Mountains,
water and valley meet to form a desert oasis at Sabino
Canyon. People come here to enjoy the desert sun, the
tranquility of flowing water, and a variety of plants
and animals.
Along
Sabino and Bear Creeks, where water is abundant, a distinct
flora has developed. These relatively lush areas are referred
to as riparian communities. Sabino Canyon has good examples
of both riparian and desert vegetation.
Sabino
Canyon also offers a wide range of hiking trails for people
of all experience levels. The canyon is not accessible
by automobile, but visitors can enjoy all its amenities
on foot or by tram ride. The tram provides tours of both
upper and lower Sabino Canyon. Tickets can be purchased
at the Visitor Center.
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Sabino Canyon Visitor
Center
Sabino
Canyon Visitor Center is
conveniently located at the north end of Sabino
Canyon Road, about 13 miles from downtown Tucson.
Open from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, the center features
a sales counter and exhibits which interpret the
cultural and natural history of Sabino Canyon. Receptionists
are on duty to give information and assistance.
Please check the Visitor Center for a schedule of
activities and brochures about the area. The Visitor
Center's phone number is 520-749-8700.
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Lower Sabino Canyon
Lower Sabino Canyon is
a popular area for picnicing and wading. Sabino
Lake, silted in and invaded by a forest of willows
and other trees, is excellent for bird watching,
especially in the early morning hours. Several
trails connect Lower Sabino Canyon with other
points in the Recreation Area. Lower Bear Canyon
Picnic Ground, shaded by a grove of mesquites,
marks the beginning of the Bear Canyon Trail.
This trail follows Bear Creek 2 1/4 miles to Seven
Falls, a favorite destination in the Pusch Ridge
Wilderness.
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Upper Sabino Canyon
Upper Sabino Canyon is
one of the most beautiful canyons in southern Arizona.
This rock-enclosed haven, protected from the sights
and sounds of the nearby city, rewards the visitor
with natural beauty and tranquility. The road climbs
from 2,800 to 3,300 feet, crossing the creek on
nine stone bridges as it winds its way up the canyon.
It is a popular route for hikers and bicyclists.
The latter are required to observe a 15 m.p.h. speed
limit. Several picnic grounds are also located near
the stream. Telephone Line Trail, on the slope south
of the creek, affords spectacular views of the canyon.
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Hours
Mon-Fri:
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Weekends & Holidays:
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Walk in(free) or take shuttle($2.50-$6.00).
Bicycles permitted before 9 am and after 5 pm(Mon,
Tues, Thurs, Fri)
No glass containers, no alcohol, no pets.
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