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    Monsoon Loop via Mosaic Trail

    Difficulty
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    Easy
    Duration
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    1-1.5h
    Distance
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    5.0 km
    Elevation
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    101 m
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    As far as beginner hikes in the city go, the Monsoon Loop via Mosaic Trail is a solid pick. This hike is very easy to get to in Tucson and it’s long enough to take in the scenery while being easy enough for all ages and skill levels. There are also connecting trails that make it easy to extend your hike if you want more. This route gets hot in the afternoon, so try it as a morning or evening adventure and bring lots of water.

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    Route Description for Monsoon Loop via Mosaic Trail

    The Monsoon Loop via Mosaic Trail is a wonderful trail for its ease of access in Tucson and its approachable difficulty level. This route is long enough to let you enjoy being in nature, but it’s easy enough for beginners, kids, and most others to enjoy. There are connecting trails that allow you to keep hiking longer if you’d like, or you can turn back early if you’re very short on time.

    There are no restrooms at the trailhead, so come prepared. Bring water and wear sun protection, and try to plan your hike for any time outside the heat of the day.

    The hike begins at the Painted Hills Trailhead. Take Mosaic Trail to a Y-junction, where you’ll stay left. Cross the wash and take a set of easy switchbacks on the southern side of Bactrian Summit. Where the route splits, stay left and drop down near W Anklam Road before looping around to admire Recoil Peak. You’ll make a sharp turn next to this peak to reach a 5-way junction. Go straight through this junction to retrace your steps under Bactrian Summit and back to the trailhead.

    Getting to the Monsoon Loop via Mosaic Trail Trailhead

    The trailhead for the Monsoon Loop via Mosaic Trail is off W Anklam Road.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      October-May

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Loop

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