As you amble clockwise around the trail, you'll see the mission and grounds, the Tucson Mountains, the Catalina Mountains, parts of the Rincon Mountains and Mount Wrightson. Follow the road to the mission and park in the large lot there. The hill, with a cross on top, is just east of the mission. The trail is unpaved but mostly flat. Wear comfortable walking shoes and take sun protection.
Many visitors combine a walk around the hill with a tour of the historic mission.
Hungry visitors might want to stop by the food stand across from the mission for fry bread tostadas and other fare prepared by members of the Tohono O'odham Indian Tribe. 2001 AzStarNet , Arizona Daily Star and its wire services and suppliers and may not be republished without permission. All rights reserved. Any copying, redistribution, or retransmission of any of the contents of this service without the express written consent of Arizona Daily Star or AzStarNet is prohibited.