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1. Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
- A glimpse of the Sonoran Desert
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- Museums
- Nile Expert Tip: Split a day between here and Saguaro National Park.
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2. Santa Catalina Mountains
- Miles of hiking trails
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- Recreation & Natural Areas
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3. Reid Park Zoo
- Polar bears in Tucson...?
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- Zoos/Aquariums
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4. Pima Canyon
- A desert canyon gem
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- Foothills
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5. Lake Arivaca
- It's a long drive to Arivaca Lake along the old Ruby Road, but it's also one of …
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6. Aspen Trail
- The loop formed by Aspen and Marchall Gulch Trails is one of the most heavily used upper elevation routes into the Pusch Ridge Wilderness.
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7. Marshall Gulch Trail
- This moderate hike leads through an area of diverse habitats that include excellent examples of Canadian Zone riparian areas and ponderosa pine forests.
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8. Cathedral Rock Trail
- Views from the trail are exceptional, highlighted by Cathedral Rock, Esperero Canyon, and Sabino Canyon while Tucson glitters in a sprawling pool far below.
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9. General Hitchcock Campground
- Under a canopy of ponderosa pines, junipers and oaks
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10. Green Mountain Trail
- Good views start as soon as you step out of your car here where the Galiuro Mountains, Mount Graham and the wide San Pedro River Valley are framed by the pines and firs.
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The Best of NileGuide
- There's only so many museums and monuments one can take. When you start itching for fresh air and open spaces, it's time to delve into the outdoor activities of Tucson. You don't need to be a fitness guru to enjoy the natural wonders of Tucson either; these activities come just as active or relaxed as you'd like. So get out of the city, and get back to nature.
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Hotels
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Restaurants
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Nightlife
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