This hike starts at the Oracle Ridge Trailhead about one quarter mile down the control road. The trail meanders though Ponderosa Forest, Alligator Juniper, with views of Red Ridge, Reef of Rocks and upper CDO drainage area.
Return is up.
Starting at the trailhead at the Ventana parking lot, the trail goes up the canyon to the pools and return. This hike starts at the Esperero Trail in Sabino Canyon continuing up to Bridal Vail Falls. This is a demanding hike with great rewards, the scenery is magnificent with nice vegetation at the higher elevations. Return same trail. This is a B rated hike, 12.5 miles with 3200 elevation.