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Mount Lemmon
A trip to the summit of the highest mountain in the Santa Catalina Mountains is guaranteed to be a worthwhile adventure for avid birders.
Plan Around Mount Lemmon
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Mount Lemmon Details
A trip to the summit of the highest mountain in the Santa Catalina Mountains is guaranteed to be a worthwhile adventure for avid birders. With an elevation of 9,157-feet, the mountain is almost 30-degrees cooler than the surrounding desert landscape, which means you will have a unique variety of plants and wildlife to enjoy in addition to the spectacular views. As you ascend the mountain, you will go from seeing common flycatchers and orioles to higher elevation birds like chickadees, juncos, and redstarts. The Molino Basin and Bear Canyon are two popular stops along the way where you can catch glimpses of these beautiful, winged creatures.
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Nearby Parks Around Mount Lemmon
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Mount Lemmon
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