Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
HIGHLIGHTS:
Classic Sonoran Desert flora and scenery in the lower part; views of Tucson in the
distance; nice vistas from the pass and fabulous 360° views from Wasson Peak
ELEVATION:
2,810' at trailhead, 3,870' at pass, 4,687' at Wasson Peak
ACCESS:
Trail open 24/7; park open sunrise-sunset. This is formally part of Saguaro National
Park West, for which admission is $10/$5 per car/pedestrian, valid for 1 week in both Saguaro Na-
tional Park (SNP) districts; $25 for 1-year car pass; all National Park Service annual passes accep-
ted. Note, however, that there is nowhere to pay nearby—the visitor center (2700 N. Kinney Rd.) is
an hour's drive away.
MAPS:
National Geographic-Trails Illustrated
237-Saguaro National Park
, Green Trails
Map
2910S-Saguaro
; free trail map available at visitor center
FACILITIES:
None except for parking (about 20 cars and a couple of horse trailers)
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:
None
COMMENTS:
Horses are permitted as far as the pass, but rarely encountered; no dogs, pets,
camping, or mountain bikes allowed. This route is waterless and extremely hot in summer.
CONTACTS:
SNP Red Hills Visitor Center, 520-733-5158/5100,
nps.gov/sagu
