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Summary: This is a great hike up a well paved hill with fantastic city views. Since this hike is on university property it is one of the only hikes in the Tucson Mountain Range that permits night hiking, making this the perfect hike for sunrise/sunset watching. Tumamoc Hill is a research station that has been studied since 1906. Travel is permitted all the way to the top but on pavement only. With continued respect this route should remain open to the public! Trailhead: From I-10 and Speedway dirve 1 mile west on Speedway to Silverbell. Turn south (left) on Silverbell and drive 0.2 miles to West Anklam Rd. Turn west (right) on West Anklam and the trailhead is on your left. Park in or near the St. Mary's Hostpital parking lot as there is no parking at the trailhead. (Lat:32.22643 Lon:-111.00168) Trail Guides for Tumamoc Hill: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: The University of Arizona Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jeff Branscum, who has posted 12 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 2 of 6 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Penn on 3/26/2009 First of all, this is NOT an "easy" hike. It is short and paved, but it is a serious workout, very steep and a challenge to people with heart and lung difficulties! There are wonderful views of the city and mountains, especially at sunset. There will be lots of people walking (and running) with you. If you're lucky you may see some deer or other wildlife too! And the Laboratory buildings are very interesting. 
Reviewed by Daniel on 3/18/2009 It is my favorite hike mostly because its so close to the city. ive seen deer and javalinas i dont recommend a child to walk this trail but a stroller is perfect
Reviewed by Ronnie Silver on 3/17/2009 Very nice walking trail. Lots of nice views and deer sightings nightly.
Reviewed by Sean on 3/15/2009 I have hiked up it twice. Both times we brought our 6 year old and I had my 2 year old on my back. It is a very nice hike. The switchbacks are nice. Easy, hard than easy again, etc... Great views of the city and we saw all the way to Picacho Peak, which is also a nice hike.
Reviewed by Liz on 3/1/2009 I have only been in Tucson since October but once I discovered the hill I have tried it four times so far. For someone out of shape and 70 years old it definitely is NOT easy, but someday I hope to get to the top. I've made it about two thirds of the way up twice. Great exercise! 
Reviewed by tns on 2/22/2009 I have asthma, and couldn't believe how many times I had to stop on the way up. We've been in town 3 weeks and have done easier hikes and a couple harder ones, but this one was too much...being just straight up and no switchbacks. But, for the non-asthma sufferers, it's a heckuva workout and GREAT views at the top!
Reviewed by VH on 2/16/2009 I never would have thought this hill was so steep! It was my first time and I thought I was never going to get there. Once there, I realized I could do this again! I loved it! It certainly was a great workout!
Reviewed by Yana on 1/28/2009 It's a great hike! Very close to the city, yet once you go in, you cannot even hear the city, besides an occasional ambulance siren or something... There is TONS of parking on the street along the hill. Everyone parks there - it is not dangerous at all, as one reviewer said. Also, there is parking by the hospital. The hill alternates not-too-bad, steeper, and very steep inclines, so you get all kinds of work out. I usually walk up and run back down - pretty fun! I always forget the flashlight, but it is recommended to bring one because I have seen snakes and javelinas there. There is one bathroom spot with portable toilets in the first 1/3 of the road (never used them, so not sure how clean they are, probably not really). It's fu Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Arizona Hiking, Arizona Trails, Arizona Hikes, Pima County Hiking, Pima County Trails, Pima County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||