Take advantage of the scenic overlooks and rest areas by bringing ... Mount Lemmon is situated about 45 miles northeast of downtown Tucson. To reach the byway, take Tanque Verde Road east from ...

This historic town also draws avid travelers escaping Tucson's crowds as they seek intriguing and lesser-known attractions to explore. One of the town's most scenic places is the Kartchner Caverns ...

Vail, Sahuarita, and Marana offer scenic and more rural living near Tucson with various outdoor activities for retirees. Catalina and Oro Valley are two lovely small towns for retirement near ...

scenic vistas and pullouts in the Rincon Mountain District. If you're visiting the Tucson Mountain District, the unpaved Bajada Loop Drive offers photo-worthy lookouts and picnic areas.