Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway

Name: Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway
Brand: Shaka Guide
SKU: 72
Price: 12.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.81 (2401 reviews)

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Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway

Arizona

4.9

62273 ratings

$12.99

About The Tour

Located just outside of Tucson, this tour features the tallest peak in the Santa Catalina Range - Mount Lemmon. You’ll begin your drive in the desert, then make your way up the mountain stopping at overlooks, hikes, and picnic areas. Watch the landscapes change until you reach the summit where you’re greeted by the small village of Summerhaven that sits amid conifers and aspen trees.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

• Hike trails through lush pine forests.
• Explore breathtaking Windy Point Vista.
• Visit the cozy Mount Lemmon village.
• Enjoy skiing at Mount Lemmon Ski Valley.
• Stargaze under the clear desert sky.

Tour Stops

Windy Peak Scenic Overlook

Palisades Visitor Center

Summerhaven Community Center

Babad Do'ag Scenic Overlook

Thimble Peak Vista

Hoodoo Vista

Mt Lemmon Ski Valley

Rose Canyon Lake

Natural Arch

Marshall Gulch Picnic Area

Gordon Hirabayashi Campground

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4.9 (62273 Users)

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Reader#345023564
4 months ago
iOS

We used the app when we toured Oahu. We felt that we saw everything we wanted plus extra fun there, so we decided to try the app for our family vacation to Arizona. So far, we’ve enjoyed Saguaro National Park (East and West!) and Mount Lemmon scenic drive. We love the confidence we have in where to go and what to see, and that the app takes away the concern that we might miss something important. We also love learning interesting facts about the places we visit. We will absolutely continue to use this app for future trips and we will recommend it to friends and family!

Mandy Beavers
5 months ago
Android

I used this app while @ the Saguaro National Park and it was so amazing! so much information and tracking to keep you entertained! I will use it again for more exploring!

Dayna
1 year ago
Android

I have lived in AZ my whole life and learned more about geology, history, and ecology on the Mt. Lemmon Tour than I ever did in school!

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Where is Mt. Lemmon?

Mt. Lemmon is located in the Coronado National Forest near Tucson, Arizona. In fact, it’s about a one hour and twenty-minute drive from Tucson to Mt. Lemmon. It's a prominent mountain in the Santa Catalina Range and offers a variety of out...

Can you drive up Mt. Lemmon?

Yes, you can drive up Mt. Lemmon via the Catalina Highway. The highway provides access to the mountain's summit and offers breathtaking views, hiking trails, and recreational opportunities along the route. The drive is a popular way to escape ...

How long does it take to drive up Mt. Lemmon?

Driving up Mt. Lemmon can take around 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on factors such as traffic, road conditions, and how many stops you make. The road leading up the mountain, the Catalina Highway (also known as the Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway), is a ...

What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:

GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.

Tour FAQs

This tour has 18 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go!

Phone charger - very important!
Phone mount
Layered clothing for sun protection and changing temperatures - it can get cold at the summit!
Hiking Clothes
Refillable water bottles - the desert heat can be unpredictable and cause dehydration
Good hiking shoes/sneakers
Sunscreen
Snacks
Hats/sunglasses
Camera
Bug Spray
Hand sanitizer
Cash
Birders should bring a bird ID book

Park entry: $8/car
Lunch: $10-$20/person (Important: there are no restaurants until you get up to Summerhaven, at the summit, and even then, there are only a few.)
Water: $10
Chairlift and Skiing: $15 to ride the chairlift; $65/adult ($35/child) to ski
Snacks like fudge, cookies or pie: $8-$15
Gifts/Souvenirs: $20-$50

The road is open 24 hours a day, but we recommend driving and hiking during daylight hours.

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

No, this tour is only available in one direction.

Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.

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