Sky Island Scenic Byway

State: Arizona
National Forest: Coronado National Forest - Arizona
Length: 27.2 mi / 43.8 km
Time to Allow: Plan for 3-6 hours to drive, including backtracking.

Start your journey among giant saguaro cacti of the Sonoran desert and climb to shady conifer forests at nearly 9,000 ft., passing biological diversity equivalent to a drive from Mexico to Canada in just 27 miles. Enjoy spectacular views and recreational opportunities from hiking and camping, to picnicking and skiing.

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• Sky Island Parkway Overview
  

  Travel along one of the most scenic highways in the Southwest, complete with mountain forests, canyons, deserts, and breathtaking vistas. One of...

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• Skiing the Southwest: Sky Island's Winter Paradise
  

  Can you imagine going snow-skiing on an 80-degree day? It’s not as far-fetched as you might think. Head to Arizona’s Sky Island Scenic Byway...

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