Ringtail Trail
Take the Ringtail Trail to connect with many other trails found within the Tucson Mountain District.
Plan Around Ringtail Trail
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Ringtail Trail Details
It's easy to loop together different trails within the eastern part of the Tucson Mountain District when you utilize the Ringtail Trail, the trailhead for which can be found on Picture Rocks Road about 2.5 miles east of the Cam-Boh Picnic Area. Once on the Ringtail Trail, many loop opportunities present themselves when you connect with the Cam-Boh, Mule Deer, Ironwood Forest, or Picture Rocks Wash trails. Terrain on these trails varies from gently rolling to moderately steep, so decide what type of hike you're yearning for and go for it!
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
2 miles
Estimated time
1 hour
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Ringtail Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Ringtail Trail
Use nearby POIs to quickly expand your options beyond Ringtail Trail while the map context is still fresh.
2.1 mi away
Cam-Boh Trail
This trail is a major connector between the eastern and western halves of the Tucson Mountain District.
2.7 mi away
Sweetwater Trail
This trail provides the only access to Wasson Peak from the eastern side of the Tucson Mountains.
3.5 mi away
Sendero Esperanza Trail
Follow an old mine road at the start of the trail, then climb switchbacks to the top of a ridge.
3.6 mi away
Ez-Kim-In Zin Picnic Area
The most remote of all picnic areas within Saguaro National Park.
5.1 mi away
Cactus Wren Trail
This flat trail crosses several washes and makes for a nice walk in the desert.