Tucson: 5-Line Zipline Course in the Sonoran Desert – Tonto National Forest, Arizona

EXPERIENCE

Feel your adrenaline pumping as you ride 5 ziplines above the Sonoran Desert near Tucson. Explore the desert landscape on short hiking trails between the ziplines, and admire sweeping views over the scenic surroundings.

Make your own way to the zipline adventure course, located just 1 hour north of Tucson and 2 hours of Phoenix in the foothills of the Catalina Mountains. Upon arrival, take in scenic views of the San Pedro River Valley, the Galiuro Mountains, the Tonto National Forest, and the Catalina Mountains.

Then, prepare for your thrilling zipline adventure. Push the limit of your comfort zone as you ride 5 ziplines ranging in length from 400 to 1,500 feet. The last and longest run is a dual line, making it possible to zip alongside a friend or loved one.

In between ziplines, plant your feet back on the ground and discover the desert landscape from the short hiking trails. Familiarize yourself with different types of plant life such as ocotillo, agave, and different types of cactus.

While you are ziplining and hiking, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife: desert spiny lizards, Gila monsters, javelina, deer, and even bobcats inhabit the property. Stay refreshed during your desert experience with the water provided along the trails.

HIGHLIGHTS

Push the limits of your comfort zone on a thrilling zipline adventure
Zip along 5 ziplines, including a 1,500-foot dual zipline at the end
Explore the beauty of the Sonoran Desert from shifting perspectives
Take short hikes between ziplines and discover the local flora and fauna
Stay hydrated in the desert with water stations provided on the course

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