Your Guide To Safford Peak
Arizona is a beautiful state where nature abounds. Residents are known to take to the hills when it’s time to get away from the stresses of daily life, and the scenery surrounding much of the state is unlike anything you can find elsewhere on this earth. Of course, each area has something special about it that makes it even more unique than the other impeccable places in this desert destination. In the Tucson Mountain region, one of these special places is known as Safford Peak.
About Safford Peak
Safford Peak, affectionately referred to as Sombrero Peak by the locals, is a favorite out-of-town destination for many Tucson residents and visitors. This popular peak can be found at the far northern reaches of Saguaro National Park, which lies in northwest Tucson. If you’re looking for spectacular views of the city and a great vantage point of the surrounding mountain ranges, Safford Peak is the place you’ll want to be.
A trip up to the summit of Sombrero Peak will afford you everything you need to truly appreciate the breathtaking natural beauty of the greater Tucson area. This stunning high Sonoran desert land is dotted with plenty of decorative landscape attributes. Along the trail, keep an eye out for Teddy Bear and Cane Chollas. If you’re heading to this high area after precipitation falls, be sure to look for the bright red blooms of the Ocatillo that surround the area. In the sky, a variety of birds will keep your eye wandering along the blue backdrop, and around your feet, you may spot a ringtail if he’s off his nocturnal clock. It’s important to be mindful that this climate is the perfect setting for rattle snakes, and you should mind the wilderness as you trek along your path.
Hiking Trails on Safford Peak
- Safford Peak Trail. Safford Peak Trail is a 2.5 mile trek that promises out-of-this world views along the entire trek. Although it is rated as moderate, it is a trail of rugged terrain with a few steep points you must overcome if you want to reach the top. The trails atop Sombrero Peak aren’t exactly official, so you’ll want to be on the lookout for the cairns at the saddles, which will help guide you along the way. You’ll want to take a left at each of the forks in the road where the cairns lay.
- Scenic, Packrat, and Passey Loop Trails. These trails are rated easy, totaling around 1 ½ or more roundtrip. These trails are good for people who wish to walk, as they only contain a couple short upgrades. Although these are trails are great for walking, it is advisable to wear proper footwear, as these paths can be quite rocky. The Scenic, Packrat, and Passey Loop Trails are perfect places for taking in the surrounding scenery and catching some of the wild west’s most beautiful blooms in action.
Safford Peak is wholly exposed, and no hike should be attempted during hot climate conditions. Be sure to take ample amounts of water, and you’ll want to invest in a good pair of hiking shoes that can grip the loose gravel along your way; this will become particularly important as you begin your descent back down the trails.
Things to Do at Safford Peak
- Sanctuary Cove. Among the most beloved places to visit atop this peaceful peak is Sanctuary Cove. This is a retreat amidst the mountainous dessert area, offering a respite for anyone who is seeking a quiet place to reflect, pray, think, or meditate.
- Once you reach the summit, the views are something you won’t want to give up right away. Pack a light-enough-to carry lunch so you can hang out on the infamous log at the top of the trail and take in the breathtaking 360-degree views from the top of the world.
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