Cactus Forest, Squeeze Pen, and Pink Hill Loop
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Route Description for Cactus Forest, Squeeze Pen, and Pink Hill Loop
The Cactus Forest, Squeeze Pen, and Pink Hill Loop is an easy hike in Saguaro National Park East in Tucson, showing off the varied plants that line these desert trails. This route is great for hikers of all levels. Families with kids can enjoy this trail thanks to its lack of elevation gain. Note that dogs are not permitted on the trails in Saguaro National Park East.
This route gets quite hot in the summer months, so we recommend avoiding it when temperatures are at their highest. Early morning hikes are ideal, but no matter when you visit, bring plenty of water and consider wearing sun protection.
From the trailhead near the road, take Cactus Forest Trail, the route second to your left. Go straight through the first junction and then go left at the junction with Cholla Trail. Go left at the fork with Loma Verde onto Squeeze Pen. Head north and go left onto Pink Hill Trail where it branches off. Stay left and then right. This route will return you to the trailhead.
Getting to the Cactus Forest, Squeeze Pen, and Pink Hill Loop Trailhead
The trailhead for the Cactus Forest, Squeeze Pen, and Pink Hill Loop is off E Broadway Boulevard.Route Information
Backcountry Campground:
No
When to do:
October-May
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Yes
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
High
Route Type:
Loop
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