What to do and see in Tucson, Arizona (AZ): The Best Hiking & Camping Tours

July 20, 2021 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Although Tucson's fantastic weather, national parks and forests and desert provide the perfect environment for tons of outdoor recreational activities, this city of half a million people also has its share of history and culture. With a history that goes back much further than many of its southwestern neighbors, Tucson boasts turn-of-the-century architecture, historic neighborhoods, museums and the Mission San Xavier del Bac, a still-functioning 18th-century mission considered one of the most beautiful in the U.S. Mexican and Native American influences are pervasive, and the city has a distinctly Western flavor. There's also a college-town atmosphere, thanks to the University of Arizona, which has its own share of museums and a science center. Whether golfing at a world-class golf resort, horseback riding, hiking in the wilderness, discovering desert flora and fauna at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum or exploring pre-Columbian and other art at the Tucson Art Museum, you'll have a mind-boggling array of things to do.
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1. HIke In Tucson

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Hike In Tucson provides safe, fun and educational guided hikes on numerous trails on mountains in the Old Pueblo. We're surrounded by beautiful Sonoran Desert landscape with unusual flora and fauna. Many vistas offer breathtaking views of the city of Tucson and beyond. Join us for our standard 1/2 day (3-4 hour excursions) or specials like our Sunset Hikes or Moonlight Hikes. Online reservations are available for most tours. For the specials, we invite your phone call between 8AM and 8PM 7 days. We'll traverse lands that you've never thought you would ever walk upon. There have been some guests who have told us that at times they felt like they were in another world. Indeed, the scenery is so unlike what most people thought it would be. Our hikes are educational and are suited for every level of experience and physical activity. There are senior hikes, too. Water, loaner back packs, snacks such as apples and pears are provided. So...go take a hike..with us real soon. Associated with the Arizona Office of Tourism, Tucson Convention and Visitors Bureau and many other travel related websites and organizations. Have a group" Call for group rates. Also offered are guided hikes in the Phoenix and Valley of the Sun area to our north.Offered packages are Colossal Cave tours, guided hiking, lunch, and a horse back ride all on Colossal Cave Mountain Park. Other unique experiences are our MOONLIT/SUNSET GUIDED HIKES in Tucson. Expect awesome views and during the dark time on the trails, try your luck hunting down those little desert crawler creatures called scorpions by using our loaner UV black portable lights. They are phosphorescent and glow under the UV light. They won't be able to hide from any of us. If you need to reach us directly, call Guest Services.

2. Southwest Trekking

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Southwest Trekking

Southwest Trekking is a professional guide service based in Tucson, AZ. Whether your into mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking (trekking), wildlife, planets or the stars, we can provide you with the guides to make it all happen. Our well-trained guides are friendly and dedicated to providing you a safe, unique, and unforgettable journey though remote areas of Southern Arizona.

3. Adventure Outside

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Adventure Outside

AO is Arizona’s premier, local guide company for Arizona adventures including mountain biking, road biking, hiking, backpacking and E-biking! Whether you’re looking for leisurely half-day outdoor activities, multi-day adventures, or corporate team building events, we can curate the perfect Tucson adventures for your group or family.

4. Tucson Mountain Shuttle

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Tucson Mountain Shuttle

I’m the founder of the Amazing Oasis Tour of Tucson. I hold my federal Permit from National Forest. On this guided tour, we will drive up Mount Lemmon and stop at some of the beautiful locations where you can take pictures of unique landscapes. These include rock formations that guests can climb onto and view miles of Tucson and the below Valley. When you book your trip, you’re provided with the pickup locations and what to bring with you. After that you’re on your way to enjoy the tour.

5. Adventures by Troy

Adventures by Troy

Adventures by Troy & Co. takes care of all of your Tucson Outdoor Adventure needs! From transportation to guided MTB rides, road rides, hiking, trail running, camping and even firearms training and target shooting, we provide the highest quality solution possible for Corporate Retreats, Cycling Clubs, large family vacations and more. First class service, and memories for a life time!

6. Copper Canyon Trails

Copper Canyon Trails

Burro-supported hiking and camping in Copper Canyon, Mexico, home to the Tarahumara Indians of the Barranca del Cobre. We meet the scenic ChePe train at Divisadero on the canyon rim, and hike to the wild Rio Urique a vertical mile below, expedition-style, with a cook and attentive crew. Unescorted, prearranged packages available from Los Mochis, Sinaloa, airport.

7. Guided Hike

Guided Hike

The concealed caves containing ancient pictographs were shown to me over four years ago only after I promised to insure that they remained a treasure. Since then I have shared my love of history and the beauty of our desert by leading numerous groups of guests on this hike which successfully combines an exploration of local antiquity with regional beauty.

8. StoneMan Climbing Co.

StoneMan Climbing Co.

We offer the best guided rock climbing in Phoenix, AZ. Our certified, professional guides have an intricate knowledge of the local climbing areas to make certain your trip is memorable. The mission of Stoneman Climbing Co. is to share our passion for rock climbing through providing the safest, most gratifying climbing adventure to each client. We endeavor to make climbing fun for everyone!

9. Honey Bee Canyon Trail

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