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Rillito River Path – Brett’s Mt. Lemmon Climb loop from Tucson

Rillito River Path – Brett’s Mt. Lemmon Climb loop from Tucson

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Rillito River Path – Brett’s Mt. Lemmon Climb loop from Tucson

06:17

125km

1,950m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 27, 2026

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Pusch Ridge Wilderness

Coronado National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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15.3 km

Rillito River Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a beautiful, paved two-lane multi-use path that grants you sweeping views of the desert and of Mount Lemmon. The path is about ten miles long end-to-end and takes …

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27.3 km

Tanque Verde Wash

Lake

34.3 km

Brett’s Mt. Lemmon Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Mt Lemmon climbs from the Sonoran desert to an alpine forest at the top and the town of Summer Haven. Make sure you have appropriate attire for cold weather above 2000m.

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57.7 km

Windy Point Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Windy Point is an incredible overlook with a stunning view of the entire Tucson valley, making it a popular stop for tourists. There is a parking area and restrooms here, …

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58.3 km

Windy Point Climb, Mount Lemmon

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Mt Lemmon climbs from the Sonoran desert to an alpine forest at the top and the town of Summer Haven. Make sure you have appropriate attire for cold weather above 2000m.

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66.8 km

Palisades Visitor Center Water Fountain

Highlight • Rest Area

Approximately 1 mile before small descent. Usually open and available to refill water bottles. However it was not open on 5/1/21, probably a good idea to call ahead and check.

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83.7 km

Seven Cateracts Vista

Viewpoint

84.7 km

Thimble Mountain Vista

Viewpoint

122 km

Arizona Stadium

Highlight • Structure

Arizona Stadium, home to the Arizona Wildcats, was originally built in 1929. With a current capacity of over 50,000 seats, the stadium combines historic charm with modern amenities and is …

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122 km

Main Mall & Library - U of A

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Spacious wide grass and palm lined park between the boulevards with the main university buildings. Some of the central area has underground buildings and below-ground gardens

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124 km

"Sonora" mural

Highlight • Monument

Located on the east wall of the Historic Y at 300 W. University Blvd.

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125 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

70.9 km

51.2 km

1.76 km

862 m

273 m

Surfaces

123 km

1.78 km

229 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,420 m)

Lowest point (710 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

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