BEYOND July Hike
Join us for a hike on Mt Lemmon. We'll hike the Box Camp Trail. This is a scenic hidden gem that takes you through a beautiful canyon. The trail is lined with many ferns and passes through a lovely forest. Parts of the trail are covered by tall trees and other areas are exposed. This is an out and back trail, and we'll hike to at least 1.5 miles out. If the group decides to continue for another .5 mile, there is a nice overlook of Tucson. Prepare yourself for lots of GNATS.
BEYOND June Hike
We'll walk approximately .5 miles to the trailhead and then complete the Mint Springs loop which is 3.5 miles long. Great views! Please RSVP to Rane, Rane@beyond-tucson.org for more information about carpooling and meeting times.
BEYOND May Hike
Dripping Spring via the Sutherland Trail is an out-and-back trail that covers 4 mi, with an elevation gain of 449 ft. We'll add in the Nature Trail to make the hike about 5 miles.
BEYOND April Hike
This is a moderately challenging hike through beautiful desert terrain. During the hike, you can encounter deer, squirrels, and different bird species. You should be prepared to cross the creek a few times, although the water level is relatively low. Overall, it is an excellent pet and kid-friendly hike, which provides lovely views.
BEYOND March Hike
Esperero - Rattlesnake - Prospect Trails - This is a Level 2 hike. It's 3.5 miles in length with an elevation gain of 400 feet. The first .8 mile is flat and a great warm-up for the legs. After crossing the tram road, follow the Rattlesnake Trail.
Meet Me Monday - Musical Murals
A collaboration between Beyond and the University of Arizona School of Music. Check-in begins at 5pm and walk leaders will guide groups to different murals along the route. Raffle and gathering and Corbett's following the walk.
Wild Burro Trailhead
The Lower Javelina and Wild Burro Loop Trail winds through desert mountains. On the Lower Javelina Trail, you cross the wash to reach the base of the northern canyon wall. From there, the trail gradually climbs and follows the canyon wall's flank. This trail meanders through a rugged landscape, offering views that stretch out to Baboquivari Peak and along the canyon, which are exceptionally breathtaking.
The Chuk-son Trail: An urban interpretive exploration 2026
Join Ironwood Tree Experience and Mission Garden staff, and youth leaders on the Chuk-son Trail! We will stroll 1 mile through parts of Tucson’s Santa Cruz River, historic barrios, & greenways for a rich diversity of experiences. The Chuk-son Trail is an urban interpretive walk that explores the rich culture, ecology, and communities of the past and present. The Trail highlights that which makes Sonoran Desert living so fascinating as we learn about Tucson’s wildlife, plants, architecture, murals, traditional foods, shrines, history and local characters.