The Sonoran Desert is beckoning adventurers and seekers of relaxation to explore Tucson’s vast area of natural attractions.

Aside from the arresting canyon and mountain views ... from past visitors. Mount Lemmon is situated about 45 miles northeast of downtown Tucson. To reach the byway, take Tanque Verde Road east ...

These ranges are unique biodiversity hotspots, each with its own distinct ecosystem of plants and animals ... to Mount Lemmon can be tricky, as snowfall in the mountains near Tucson is unpredictable.