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Sweetwater Trail
This trail provides the only access to Wasson Peak from the eastern side of the Tucson Mountains.
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Sweetwater Trail Details
If you want to get to Wasson Peak from the eastern side of the Tucson Mountains, the Sweetwater Trail should definitely be on your agenda. The trailhead can be found at the western end of El Camino del Cerro Road. A climb of 3.4 miles brings you to a ridge where Sweetwater Trail ends and merges into King Canyon Trail. Continue along King Canyon Trail for 0.9 mile until you run into the Hugh Norris Trail, which you'll follow for another 0.3 mile to Wasson Peak. It's all downhill back to the trailhead!
Difficulty
High
Distance
9 miles
Estimated time
4 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Sweetwater Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Sweetwater Trail
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2.7 mi away
Ringtail Trail
Take the Ringtail Trail to connect with many other trails found within the Tucson Mountain District.
2.7 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.
2.8 mi away
Ez-Kim-In Zin Picnic Area
The most remote of all picnic areas within Saguaro National Park.
3.4 mi away
Cam-Boh Trail
This trail is a major connector between the eastern and western halves of the Tucson Mountain District.
3.9 mi away
King Canyon Trail
Hike to the top of Wasson Peak, the highest point in the Tucson Mountains.
