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Starting in the warm desert and traveling up to above 8,000 feet, the Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon. This is a gorgeous drive with lots of places to pull off for pictures. It offers the biological equivalent of driving from the deserts of Mexico to the forests of Canada in a short stretch of 27 miles. This winding route offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and takes visitors through forests, meadows, and open vistas.
Mt Lemmon is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers alike. Located just outside of Tucson, AZ, this mountain is known for its cooler climate - generally about 20 degrees cooler than the rest of the surrounding area.
Hotel Accommodations- There are a number of places to stay on the mountain from the Mt. Lemmon Hotel to individual cabins.
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Be aware of weather conditions on the mountain road. If you are planning on hiking understand the temperatures will dip much lower than the current conditions in Tucson at the bottom of the mountain. This road can shut down during the winter due to weather conditions.
Road conditions and the most current information can be found on the road closure hotline:
(520) 547-7510
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Location
General Hitchcock Highway, Mount Lemmon, Arizona 85619, United States