Sky Island Scenic Byway
Coronado National Forest, Pima County, AZ
Point-to-point trail in Coronado National Forest, Pima County, AZ. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 24.6 mi (39.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 5,705 ft (1,739 m)
- Est. Time
- 10 hr 50 min
- High point
- 8,182 ft (2,494 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Babad Do'ag Trailhead 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from start
- Campsite: Molino Basin Campground 5.6 mi (9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Thimble Mountain Vista 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Seven Cateracts Vista 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Windy Point 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Geology Vista 14.3 mi (23.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: San Pedro Vista 17.4 mi (28 km) from start
- Campsite: Incinerator Ridge Dispersed Camping 19.1 mi (30.8 km) from start
- Visitor center: Palisades Visitor Center 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from start
- Spring: Palisade Spring 20.1 mi (32.3 km) from start
- Picnic area: Sykes Knob Picnic Area 23.1 mi (37.2 km) from start
- Peak: Syke Knob 23.2 mi (37.3 km) from start
- Picnic area: Loma Linda Picnic Area 23.8 mi (38.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Sky Island Scenic Byway
How long is Sky Island Scenic Byway?
Sky Island Scenic Byway is 24.6 mi (39.6 km) long. Most people take about 10 hr 50 min. It climbs 5,705 ft (1,739 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,182 ft (2,494 m).
How hard is Sky Island Scenic Byway?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Sky Island Scenic Byway?
Parking at the far end. Closest lot to the start: Summerhaven. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Sky Island Scenic Byway?
Drinking water on the way at 19.5 mi (31.4 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 14 mi (22.5 km), 14 mi (22.5 km), 19.5 mi (31.4 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Sky Island Scenic Byway shaded?
Mostly exposed (20% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Sky Island Scenic Byway?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Sky Island Scenic Byway?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Sky Island Scenic Byway?
2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Sky Island Scenic Byway?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Sky Island Scenic Byway
- Soldier Trail Pusch Ridge Wilderness · Hard · 5 mi (8.1 km)
- Babad Do'ag Trail Pusch Ridge Wilderness · Hard · 4.9 mi (8 km)
- Gnat Tank Trail Coronado National Forest · Moderate · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Milagrosa Trail Coronado National Forest · Hard · 7.5 mi (12 km)
- Arizona Trail Pusch Ridge Wilderness Bypass Coronado National Forest · Expert · 17.4 mi (28.1 km)
- Agua Caliente Hill Trail Coronado National Forest · Expert · 8.9 mi (14.4 km)
- Lemmon Drop Coronado National Forest · Expert · 17.9 mi (28.8 km)
- Bug Springs Trail Coronado National Forest · Hard · 8.8 mi (14.2 km)
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