Edit Sights to See Sutherland Trailhead Montrose Pools Add a Report donnasitesrealtor 1 week, 6 days ago dudic.gary 1 year, 10 months ago The water at the pools is usually very cold, which can be really nice on a hot day. There was some water on the trails. Trail is very well maintained and easy to follow to the water pools. Glad I came up early because tons of hikers on my way down. Hiking in Arizona is really amazing. Beyond the wash, the pathwayremainswide,flat and easyfor the next mile, as it heads into the canyon. Steep ascents remind you how out of shape you are, while flat spaces between climbs provide a welcome respite (and also keep this hike ranked a 3 on trailvoyant.com, a local Tucson hiking resource). Up from the wash is an alluvial plain of slowly shifting soil eroding from the mountains above. The wonder grass for Arizonas ranching days is something that we ecologists call fire-adapted. Join a community with a zest for living life to its fullest. The Romero Canyon Trail continues past the Romero Pools, but it seems like most of the cool rocks stop here. The Canyon Loop trail is an easy hike through the foothills that begins and ends at the Trailhead parking lot. Thus, when fires started, they were generally small and didnt burn at extreme temperatures. Stay right here. If you are in Tucson, take the 77 north to the state park. At this elevation, grasses cover the plains while the oaks prefer the valleys. Search, find, map and plan hikes for AZ & beyond! Romero Pools is a full sun hike, even though we ended up in a riparian area. There are few hikes in the country with this level of biodiversity that also offer a glimpse of the pernicious and hidden Sonoran landscape. Was a little cold to get started. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. It can be very breezy and cold at times. Bring lots of water and be careful on the rocks in the pools, as they are quite slippery! But one of the trails that I did explore (and have since revisited) is Romero Pools Trail. Drive north out of Tucson on Oracle Road, which becomes Arizona 77. document.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); We are a travel couple dedicated to choosing a life full of fun and finding adventures worth sharing. right: 360px; Continue along the Romero Canyon trail as the trail switchbacks higher and higher. Basic HTML is allowed. Start your hike at the trailhead parking lot, cross Sutherland Wash, and then begin your steep climb up to the pools. If you hike another 0.3 miles, you will encounter another set of pools. The Canyon Loop trail crosses a wash several times, so seasonal stream flow could impact travel. Fueled by breakfast burritos from El Gero Canelo, Rob and I headed out on a beautiful 70-degree morning for Catalina State Park. As the morning progressed it got a bit warmer so appreciate the angle that Mr. Misadventures chose for this post as my face was a big sweaty mess, but boy did my . The Outbound works best with JavaScript enabled. riving along busy Oracle Road, with its plethora of housing developments and shopping malls, one does not expect the grand and wild beauty that awaits Every view is amazing on this trail, and for any hiker, local or visiting, this should be on your bucketlist. Its important that you are honest with yourself if you are feeling too tired or run out of key supplies like food or water. Bring plenty of water, wear sunscreen, hat/glasses as there is very little shade on this moderately strenuous trail. Its not only the changes in altitude, but also where you are on the hillside that creates different life zone. CF Canyon Loop Trail 6. I lived in AZ for over 20 years but didnt get down to the Tucson area much. Started about 2pm. Let them know when you are leaving, when you expect to get home, and that you will check in when you are done. The Nightborn Travel team was born and raised in Arizona. We hiked out wilderness of rocks to marshall gulch. Rocky and steep, but we enjoyed the views and the water at the top was very refreshing! However, best just to not be out there if a fire is out of hand, and part of the work is teaching people to stop starting the fires on accident or otherwise. But otherwise great trail! // Supply ads personalization default for EEA readers Your email address will not be published. Make sure to check in when you return to your car! This hike begins in the town of Summerhaven in Mount Lemmon, Tuscon AZ. Plan on two hours of walking one way from the Trailhead to the pools. Our work will help you visit bucketlist destinations that everyone sees, but more importantly, to find mind-blowing destinations that most might not be aware of. Wildlife, Create Recommended Route or From your vantage point, storm activity may not always be visible. Finally, please help us find solutions to climate change. This is our third time conquering this moderately strenuous day hike, always opting to do it in the early part of the year. Youll stretch your legs up and over steep steps, hop from rock to rock and carefully balance close to the trails edge. Coleman Concierge Romero Pools: Tucsons Other Hiking Trail With Water. This article covers the 15. Even if you cant physically explore the world, we hope that you enjoy the escape our site provides. Not hard but moderate difficulty. Be advised that the Rio Canada del Oro is currently flowing (it is normally a dry wash). Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your The first part of the trail is pretty easy, but it increases in difficulty after that. width: 0; width: 360px; The well worn trail is easy to follow for it's entire length to the Romero Pools. 5mi 4h 30m Show 3 More Check-Ins Nearby Recommended Routes Canyon Loop via Horse Trail 3.1 mi 285' Up 286' Down Honeybee Canyon Short Loop 12.3 mi 456' Up 457' Down Catalina, AZ Once we realize that we are only an observer, we could see the true beauty and diversity of life here. A night hike to Romero Pools - sunset, centipede, sounds of water, red spotted toad, the pools by headlamp, stars, great company - 5.9 miles, +/- 1300 of elevation gain/loss. } The Romero Trailhead is located within the park- follow the signs. Thanks for sharing your tips! First 1.1 miles is easy walking, smooth well-traveled trail to the Montrose pools. After 1.7 miles from the Montrose pools, the trail will drop into a canyon and cross the wash again. Romero Pools Rating: Round Trip Distance: 6 miles Difficulty: Strenuous Elevation: 2710 - 3803 feet Cellphone: 2-5 bars Time: 3 hrs. Don't worry about how busy it seems - most of the people you see are probably only going as far as the dam or picnic areas. One of Tucsons favorite hikes, I write up my experience on a trek to the Romero Pools. Here they can send their tap roots down to harvest the water below. 945 Sq Ft. 816 S Langley Ave Unit 204, Tucson, AZ 85710. Romero Pools. Help hold major polluting companies accountable for their impacts so that they will innovate on solutions. //