It's one of the few Tucson hikes with water year-round; and there are plenty of trees that provide greenery in spring/summer and pretty foliage through the fall (and most of the winter). Don't miss Hutch's Pools along West Fork Trail at 3.4 miles after Romero Pass. Id love to hike there. Invasive fountain grass in the Catalinas (c) ABR 2019, Bathroom Facilities: Yes, at the trailhead, Entrance Fee: $7.00 per vehicle (4 people) via Catalina State Park. Area/Length : 6.6 miles Elevation : 2,800 feet - 6,000 feet Avoid Dehydration Return to top Supervisor's Office 300 W. Congress St. Tucson, AZ 85701 (520) 388-8300 Contact Us Recreation.gov askUSDA Report Fraud on USDA Contracts Accessibility Statement WhiteHouse.gov Policies and Links Visit OIG Privacy Policy You then drive to the trailhead parking lot. Thanks for sharing your tips! Discover this 8.9-km out-and-back trail near Catalina, Arizona. The views were pretty but the pools were not impressive enough to endure the long, rocky hike. How long is Romero Pools hike? Should prepare your knees and leg muscles for descent. } Numerous small falls and distinctly gold toned pools splash downthe canyon, every one of them worth exploring. 945 Sq Ft. 816 S Langley Ave Unit 204, Tucson, AZ 85710. Emerald Pools Trail is one of the most unique and interesting trails in Zion National Park. First aid supplies can be helpful in dire situations or in the case of an accident, however, they come in handy quite often even on hikes that go basically without a hitch. Department of Medical Imaging 1501 N. Campbell | P.O. Water cascades down the granite cliffs into clear pools that you can relax around, and swim or wade into. Visitors entering on foot or bicycle are $3. This trail goes by Montrose Pools and Sutherland Trailhead. We know our state well and we love it. From the Trailhead to Romero Pools is 2.8 miles with an elevation gain of 900 feet. These giants are the old growth forest of the American Southwest. Today, however, things are different. They need the saguaros just like the saguaro needs them to distribute their fruit. Glimpses of a tenaciousmountainstream, persistentlycarvingits way through the canyon, appear and disappear along the length of this rugged trail. Nestled in Arizona's Catalina State Park, just north of Tuscon, are the Romero Pools. Any car can access this trail-headeasily. Finally, please help us find solutions to climate change. Bring plenty of water, wear sunscreen, hat/glasses as there is very little shade on this moderately strenuous trail. Read More Download the Outbound mobile app April 2018 is a dry year. Romero Canyon Trail takes you to Romero Pools with amazing views of the state park below. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Great hike. Upper section of Romero Canyon shows recent work, but still a few issues. People underestimate how diverse and living the desert is. . Stay right here. Camping is limited to 14 nights in a 30-day period. The hiking trail is an easy one and is quite scenic complete with pretty yellow wildflowers. The route is rugged and at water crossings, the rocks are slippery. } ML Butterfly Trail 14. Ive lived here my whole life and I still learn about new trails every day. It's been about 5 years since we hiked the Romero Pools Trail, which means we've been long overdue for another hike there. The difficulty increases with the length of the hike. Bring hiking shoes or sandals that provide good traction and trekking poles to help with stability. You might even run into a ressssident. Your email address will not be published. In the past, lightning could light fires in the desert, but the pre-colonial Sonoran Desert was patchy. Lots of water everywhere including parts of the trail which makes some parts slippery. Romero Canyon is a significant drainage and has the potential for flash flooding, so be cautious and look up the forecast before you go. Water was flowing great at the end. Really, people underestimate the desert. Climb is tough, but the water at the end is great. after 1.1 miles, we reached the foothills. Box 245067 | Tucson, Arizona 85724 (520)-626-1069 | Admin Login Let them know when you are leaving, when you expect to get home, and that you will check in when you are done. The trail is lined with p At the main parking lot of Sabino Canyon, there are a few different trams you can take to nearby trailheads. } Its important that you are honest with yourself if you are feeling too tired or run out of key supplies like food or water. They are fully grown at 200, reaching a height of 45 with roots growing more than 60 around in all directions. Make sure to check in when you return to your car! I lived in AZ for over 20 years but didnt get down to the Tucson area much. Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use. This part might be a little difficult for beginners, but still worth it once you get to the pools. ML Incinerator Ridge Trail 15. SC Blackett's Ridge Trail 19. Romero Canyon is in the heart of the Pusch Wilderness, where Bighorn Sheep have been reintroduced and are protected. Not hard but moderate difficulty.