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# Coronado National Forest, AZ

## Travel Guide

![Coronado National Forest featuring landscape views, tranquil scenes and desert views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085801/e47080c6-a156-4adb-bd38-ff05b745f311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Coronado National Forest

Where to stay

Things to do

#### Just a short drive from the arid deserts, these spectacular ranges are home to lush trails, caves, lakes and snowy mountains.

Coronado National Forest spreads across nearly 2 million acres (700,000 hectares) of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. The forest includes 12 mountain ranges or “sky islands” that shoot high above the desert below, some reaching almost 11,000 feet (3,300 meters). Head to the Coronado National Forest to escape from the bustle and heat of the city and explore the outdoors.

If you are feeling energetic, take your pick from a number of activities, such as horseback riding or mountain biking. Head out in a boat or have a swim in one of the forest’s five lakes. Coronado National Forest is the ideal spot for hiking with over 1,100 miles (1,700 kilometers) of trails that range vastly in both environment and difficulty level. Hike through the unspoiled greenery, breathe in the fresh mountain air and do some wildlife spotting. The Coronado National Forest is home to more than more than 500 native species.

Take the family camping at one of the dozens of campsites spread throughout the forest’s eight designated wilderness areas. If you are after a more rustic experience, set up camp in one of the roadless areas and enjoy the tranquility.

Pack lunch and relax at the Madera Canyon Picnic Area in the Santa Rita Mountains. If you are interested in rock climbing, head to the Santa Catalina Ranger District. Onyx Cave and Cave of the Bells in the Santa Rita Mountains offer a fascinating look at the underground ecosystem of the area. In winter, try skiing or snowboarding at Mount Lemmon, just outside Tucson, which is home to the United States’ southernmost ski resort.

Coronado National Forest is about an hour’s drive from Tucson. In contrast with the sweltering desert temperatures of the surrounding flats, the forest climate is mild. The tops of the mountains are often dusted with snow, even in summer. Dress for cooler temperatures and if you are hiking, wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water. 

### Where to stay in Coronado National Forest

![Mt. Lemmon area, near Tucson, Arizona. The Aspen fire of 2003 destroyed much of this area including the small town of Summerhaven](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473657/e835e387-b9b3-4dc4-89b6-9d980d8dc1fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Summerhaven

 Summerhaven might not have many top sights, but Mt Lemmon Ski Valley and Santa Catalina Mountains are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 

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- Coronado National Forest Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Coronado National Forest

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Mount Lemmon Lodge

12833 N Sabino Canyon Park Mount Lemmon AZ

$227 nightly

$254 total

Feb 19 - Feb 20

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9.4/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)

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3 Palms Tucson North Foothills

7411 N Oracle Rd Tucson AZ

$108 nightly

$124 total

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720 W. Silverlake Road Tucson AZ

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$109 total

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 Mt Lemmon AZ

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#### Madera Canyon

5/5(37 reviews)

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#### Santa Catalina Mountains

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#### Mt Lemmon Ski Valley

4.5/5(196 reviews)

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#### Mt. Lemmon SkyCenter Observatory

5/5(2 reviews)

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## Cities near Coronado National Forest

![Morning in the Arizona desert](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1207/7d86fb11-e769-4357-a82e-0859a0df1b15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Fort Huachuca

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### Tucson

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### Nogales

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