Are dogs allowed on Blackett's Ridge Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Blackett's Ridge Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Blackett's Ridge Trail?

No, Blackett's Ridge Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Blackett's Ridge Trail?

Blackett's Ridge Trail is rated difficult. It is 6.0 miles long with 2,014 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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DifficultOut and Back

Arizona

Blackett's Ridge Trail

Tucson, Arizona

6.0 mi

Distance

2,014 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 53m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

This trail starts in a park that does not allow dogs. If you're in town for a little while and want a hike with good views, this is one of the must see hikes. Walk over to the right of the visitors center after parking your car in the lot. You have to go through a paved road and a bridge to get to a small building that you can start from along the Phoneline trail. You'll see the sign for the trail. You can have amazing views of Thimble Peak and the phone line trail from the top. A $5 entrance fee is required to enter the park.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:817 ft

Max:1,324 ft

614 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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