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When you need to escape the summer heat in Tucson, a day trip to Mount Lemmon, in the Santa Catalina mountain range about an hour from the city, is an ideal solution. The higher altitude in Mount Lemmon can make up to 30 degrees difference to the temperature and is why the area has long been a summer retreat for many Tucson residents. To reach the peak of Mount Lemmon you will drive along the 27-mile sky islands scenic byway, one of the most beautiful scenic drives in the state. Things to do include hiking, bird watching, fishing and rock climbing in summer and various snow sports in winter. You could also visit the Mount Lemmon Sky Center Observatory which hosts year-round star-gazing programs.
Mount Lemmon, AZ 85619
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