Sky Island Scenic Byway
Cypress, Middle Bear, and Chihuahua Pine Picnic Areas, AZ

These three developed picnic areas are clustered in Bear Canyon. This is the first point along the byway that visitors find themselves among tall conifers. Mexican Spotted Owl and Arizona Cypress are two species that might be seen here. The areas offer picnicking in a cool forested setting and are enjoyed by Tucsonans during the summer. As at most other developed recreation sites along the byway, visitors will find basic forest information and rules and regulations here.