Coronado National Forest - Linda Vista Trail

Trail info: Length: appx. 2.7 miles round trip depending on which trails you take - Elevation: (low-high) 2720-3120 - Location: Linda Vista Blvd just off of Oracle Rd near the school

I decided at the last minute to go for an evening hike as the heat in Tucson has been a little less intense thanks to some rain and a little extra cloud cover, plus the slight breeze was delightful. This ended up being a great sunset hike with its short length and nice overlooks right at the base of the mountains. As long as you don't mind watching the sunset over the city this is a nice spot without having to go out of your way to get there. (This hike is on the edge of the wilderness area but you are surrounded in all directions except east by development.) While the trail gets you close to the mountains it is a steady climb making it a pleasant stroll. The direct late day sunlight on the mountains made them a glowing yellow turning to pink as the sunset progressed. Lots of birds and bunnies scurried about as I hiked along and there were plenty of cacti to look at. With no worries about trying to get back to the trail head at any given time I was able to hang out and watch the sun setting and along with it a sliver of moon.

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