Five-Star Trails: Tucson: Your Guide to the Area's Most Beautiful Hikes

At an elevation of roughly 2,500 feet, Tucson's majestic and diverse landscape has brought two national park districts, Saguaro National Park East & West, and a national forest, Coronado National Forest, to the city's doorstep. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy Sabino Canyon, Mount Lemmon, the Santa Catalina foothills, and the Tucson Mountains, all just a short distance from downtown Tucson.

So it's no surprise that Tucson-based outdoor and travel writer Rob Rachowiecki refers to the …