Near Wasson Peak Trail
Looking down the final stretch of trail to Wasson Peak.
Near Wasson Peak Trail
The Santa Catalinas from the summit of Wasson Peak.
Near Wasson Peak Trail
Peak - looking SE
Near Wasson Peak Trail
Looking west from Wasson Peak.
Near Wasson Peak Trail
First descent on the Hugh Norris

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Wasson Peak Trail

4.7 (3 Ratings)
Short trail connecting Hugh Norris and King Canyon trails to the summit of Wasson Peak.
0.3
mi
Distance
121
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.3mi
Distance
121ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
4,688ft
High Point
4,560ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
There are several different paths to get to the start of this trail, but they all lead to one place, Wasson Peak. This is the high point of the Tucson Mountain range at 4,687ft. This peak provides incredible views of Tucson and several surrounding mountain ranges.

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Contributors
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