Romero Pools
Tucson, Arizona
| Address: | Romero Canyon Trail, Tucson, AZ 85739, USA |
| GPS: |
32°25'32.1"N 110°54'28.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trail Length: | 5.60 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Elevation Gain: | 1046 feet |
| Trails/Routes: | 2.8-3.5 mi |
Trails State Park
Hike and Swim
Nestled in Arizona's Catalina State Park, just north of Tuscon, are the Romero Pools. The pools are accessible by a hike through Romero Canyon that takes an average of two hours. The hike gets progressively more difficult as you go along, making a dip in the pools all the sweeter. Although the pools are fed by a stream that dries up seasonally, the pools are there year round to enjoy.
It is advised to avoid the pools during rainstorms, as there is an increased risk of flash flooding. On the other hand, a few days after the rain, the pools will be more full. Due to heat concerns, this hike is also best used from September through May.
As this trail is located within a state park, an entrance fee of $7/vehicle (up to 4 adults) applies.
Mapped Route/Trail Distances
| Romero Canyon Trail (One Way) | 3.5 miles Round Trip |
| Romero Canyon Trail (One Way) | 2.8 miles Round Trip |
More Information
Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Tucson, Arizona
- Head west on E Broadway Blvd toward S Country Club Rd (1.0 mi)
- Turn right onto N Campbell Ave (4.5 mi)
- Turn left onto E River Rd (1.2 mi)
- Turn right onto N 1st Ave (2.9 mi)
- Turn left onto E Ina Rd (0.8 mi)
- Keep right to continue on W Ina Rd (0.1 mi)
- Turn right onto N Oracle Rd (407 ft)
- Continue straight to stay on N Oracle Rd (6.2 mi)
- Turn right (0.7 mi)
- Continue straight (0.6 mi)
- Continue straightDestination will be on the right(0.6 mi)
The trail head starts at a parking lot; to start on the Romero Canyon Trail, cross the Sutherland Wash, and you'll be on your way.
Trails
Distance ?
3.5 miles Round TripElevation Gain ?
715 feetReal Ascent ?
877 feetReal Descent ?
162 feetAvg Grade (4°)
8%Grade (-25° to 37°)
-46% to 76%Distance ?
2.8 miles Round TripElevation Gain ?
336 feetReal Ascent ?
707 feetReal Descent ?
371 feetAvg Grade (3°)
5%Grade (-32° to 30°)
-62% to 57%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.
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