About
Length (round trip)6 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyModerate
Elevation gain900 ft up
Typical time2 hr
TrailheadGolden Gate Road, Tucson Mountain District (west)
SurfaceOld mine road then desert trail
Best seasonNovember to March. Summer temperatures exceed 105F and the park records heat rescues every year.
DogsNot allowed
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🏛️ Historic site

An old mining road climbing to the Hugh Norris ridge in the west district.

Tips
A gentler way onto the Wasson Peak ridge system. Passes mine workings on the way up.
Location

Golden Gate Road, Tucson Mountain District (west)

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