Window Rock Attractions:
Magnificent Views
Waterfalls (in season)
Access to The Window
Bird Watching
North Tucson
Description:
This hike starts at Ventana Canyon and ends at the "Window" - a natural window carved in rock at the top of one of the peaks in the Santa Catalina Mountains. The trail follows the length of the canyon between sheer cliffs with a continually expanding panoramic view of the Tucson valley below. The trail also follows a stream bed most of the way with pools large enough to swim in (seasonal). The riparian habitat the water nourishes provides excellent birdwatching.
Distance: 12 miles
Elevation Gain: 4260 feet
Difficulty: Level 3 (Hard)
-Surface trails can be steep and uneven with rocky sections
-Waking can be vigorous
-Hiking experience required
Environmental Education:
Basic Flora and Fauna/Natural History
"Leave No Trace" Basic Training
*SONORAN ADVENTURES BASIC Skills Training is available for an extra fee
*SONORAN ADVENTURES INTERMEDIATE Outdoor Skills Training is available for an extra fee
Gear and Items provided by SONORAN ADVENTURES:
Use of small backpack
Water
Lunch
Trail Mix snacks
Recommended Gear and Items you bring:
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
Comfortable walking/hiking shoes/boots
Rain jacket
Camera
Trekking Pole
Open mind, imagination and a sense of adventure
*Price: $190 - one person ($60 each additional person)
*Group Pricing and Transportation Packages are also available
Nearby Hotels and Resorts:
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
Westin La Paloma