Mount Lemmon Day Use Area
Mt Lemmon Day Use Area is near the summit of Mt. Lemmon in a mixed conifer forest. The site offers shady picnic sites, mountaintop views, and access to hiking trails.
General Information
Year round, but access road beyond Mt Lemmon Ski Valley is closed in the winter
Day use only. No overnight camping. No trailers. Pets must be on leash.
Day-use: $8 per vehicle
Weekly: $10 per vehicle
Buy a pass online, or purchase a pass on-site with cash or check. Proof of payment, or a valid Coronado National Forest Annual Pass or Interagency (America the Beautiful) Pass, including the Annual, Senior, Access, or Military Pass, must be displayed on the driver's side of the vehicle dashboard. Learn more about accepted passes.
Getting There
Directions
From Tanque Verde and Catalina Highway, drive northeast on Catalina Highway to the Coronado National Forest boundary, then continue approx. 25 miles to the turnoff to Ski Run Road. Turn right and follow Ski Run Road past Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley to the parking lot on the left.
Parking
Yes
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Yes
Recreation Groups
SUMMERHAVEN and the SUMMIT AREA Less than one hour from downtown Tucson, perennial water, picnic areas, and a network of wooded trails offer recreation opportunities for al