How to drive the unpaved road to Mount Bigelow in Arizona?
Mount Bigelow is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.571m (8,434ft) above sea level, located in in Pima County, in the U.S. state of Arizona.
Where is Mount Bigelow?
The summit is located in the south-central part of Arizona, within the Coronado National Forest.
Why is there a road to Mount Bigelow?
The summit hosts a lookout tower built in 1958, numerous communications equipment and an astronomical observing facility.
Is the road to Mount Bigelow unpaved?
The road to the summit is totally unpaved. It’s called Mount Bigelow Road. It’s steep in parts, narrow and rocky. A 4x4 vehicle is recommended.
How long is the road to Mount Bigelow?
Starting from Mount Lemmon Highway, the road to the summit is 2.73km (1.7 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 121m (400 ft) and the average gradient is 4.43%.
Is the road to Mount Bigelow open year-round?
Set high in the Santa Catalina Mountains, the road is usually closed in winters.
Pic: Jeff Struthers II