Thanks all for the great info. I'm also looking into the Pinaleno Mountains and hear there's bunches of great cooler hikes there althought it's a bit farther.

Alright about Mt Wrightson.....<big sigh> 10 miles round trip and a 4000 foot elevation gain. Sounds like a if you didn't start with "buns of steel" you would sure have them after that trek. :lol: Is there any access to Mt Lemon? Any hiking going on at all up there? Or am I just dreaming? ...

Thanks, looks like a great hike. Elevation of 4500 feet seems a bit toasty in August. Anything higher? Ever hiked Mica Mountain?
Thanks!

Hi, Mount Lemon has always been a favorite escape from the Phoenix Valley heat. Does anyone know any alternate hiking spots in the Tucson area that would get us into cool climate? I guess I would like an alternative to the northern hikes for the summer. Still grieving over the devestation on Mount L...