Canelo Hills - Sierra Vista, AZ

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Canelo Hills

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The Canelo Hills Loop is southeast of Tucson and goes from Sonoita to Patagonia through grasslands and canyons. Historic ranching and mining country with broad grasslands and distant buttes provide the setting for this medium length (30 miles) loop drive.

The route starts out in the small ranching community of Sonoita and winds south through a series of grassy, oak-dotted canyons along AZ Route 83 to the intersection of Forest Road 799. This junction marks the beginning of this scenic drive. At this point, the drive turns west and begins climbing into the Canelo Hills. Canelo means cinnamon-colored in Spanish, which refers to the color of these rolling hills when seen from a distance.

After topping Canelo Pass the scenery changes. In the distance, landmarks such as Indian Head Butte and Saddle Mountain come into view.

Facilities: Gas, food, and restrooms can be found at nearby Sierra Vista.

Best Time To Visit: This scenic drive is open year-round.

Fees: Unknown

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: This dirt road is usually two-wheel drive accessible, depending on the weather.

Directions: From Tucson, drive 21 miles east on I-10 to AZ Highway 83 then 17 miles south through Sonoita to FR 799. Take FR 799 to FR 58. Follow FR 58 west to FR 49, then continue north on this road to Patagonia and back to Sonoita on AZ Highway 82.

Map: Click here for a map to Canelo Hills

Reservations: No reservations are needed.

Attractions Near
Canelo Hills

Canelo Hills Loop Drive
Coronado National Forest
Parker Canyon Lake

Address

Sierra Vista Ranger District

5990 S. Hwy 92

Hereford, Arizona 85615

Phone
General: (520) 378-0311

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