We took this drive based on the great TA reviews and we weren't disappointed. The only unfortunate part was that we started late and Summerhaven was pretty much closed - no cookies for us. The scenery was beautiful and there were plenty of overlooks. I also appreciated that there were guardrails along the route. We listened to the University of Arizona Mt Lemmon tour and that was very informative - it is worth downloading and listening to on the drive up.

Excellent driving tour of the flora and fauna available inside a two-hour event. When you reach the peak you forget your are in a desert. Plenty of places to pull over for pictures, and mostly pleasant drivers along the way.

This was a four to five hour drive up Mt Lemmon that took us to 9000 foot of elevation . 85 degrees to 55 degrees. There were many turnouts to enjoy the views. We downloaded an app that explained the various eco systems you go through.

We drive up to Summerhaven whenever we come to Tucson and it’s a beautiful drive up and down. There are plenty of rest stops and some stunning sights along the way. Well worth the time and completely free.

A friend who lives in Tucson recommended this drive and it was very worth it. I typally don't like high mountain roads, but I felt very safe on this one. There were lots of scenic viewpoints from which to see the vast valley and rock formations. We also appreciated the oodles of pull outs to allow traffic to pass. It took us about an hour to reach the top, stopping for a lot of photos along the way. It was a nice way to get out heat and city traffic for awhile.

Yesterday, Friday 8/11, was an overcast and rainy day, but we had made plans to meet our daughter and son-in-law on top of Mount Lemmon for lunch. Usually, we drive up, when it is 115 + degrees in Tucson, so this was more of an unusual experience. We have been many times, but each time, the drive takes our breath away. it is so gorgeous, and to think that it is so close to the City. Driving up the mountain, it was drizzly, and then, it turned to heavier rain, just as we reached Summerhaven. There was an Arts and Crafts Fair going on, and people were huddled under their tents. We had not known about it, but were so disappointed that it was raining too hard to stop, and check out their wares. However, did stop at the General Store for their heavenly fudge. No trip up that mountain is complete without buying some fudge. Even though it was raining, there were still people walking dogs, and picnicking under a large umbrella. When we left our home, the car thermometer showed 97 degrees outside. At the top of the Mountain, it showed 60 degrees, and we were happy that we had come prepared. There are many pull outs on both sides of the road. Yesterday, it being foggy/hazy and rainy, the views were not as great as usual, however, the rock stacks were, as always, simply amazing.

Mid-day, mid-week, mid-November was a great time for this drive. I would have hated it with vehicular & cyclists traffic. Great views along the way; really wasn’t much at the summit. Nice bathroom at the community center. None at the visitor center.

Enjoyed this drive on a winding highway road up to the Mt. Lemmon site. Changing scenery as you increase elevation. Lots of scenic overlooks and trails along the way. Facilities at the top include eateries, lodging, groceries, skiing, and a community center with restroom facilities Take the day or only a few hours.

Went up to ski Mount Lemmon because they had an epic two weeks of snow. Road was clear ( thank God) just a couple icy patches the last 8 miles in the morning. Road closes a lot in January / February when they get snow or rain. And I understand why ! It’s a beautiful trip 27 miles straight up from the valley floor. Hairpin turns, two lanes and a guard rail that saves you from flying off into the abyss. If mountain passes give you white knuckles, be prepared. I’ve driven plenty of Rocky Mountain two lanes to go skiing, but when they say chains and 4 wheel only on certain days they mean it, other than that,I will be taking my wife back up the route. Plenty of pull overs and overlooks. Locals drive it like crazy to get up for early lift, so pull over as traffic backs up behind you. Keep eye on center line. And if anyone makes comments like , “ We’ll all die if we go over the edge” pull over and let them off at next pull out. So much scenery and stops I missed while heading up to ski, so I’ll go again !

This should be the top travel experience in Tucson. The 27 mile drive goes from the desert floor to a mountain top ski resort, with everything you could possibly imagine for terrain in between. The views are beyond spectacular, with lots of opportunities to stop and gawk and take photos at a number of scenic viewpoints. The road is an easy drive, and parking was available at most viewpoints. Do yourself a favour - take a few hours and make the drive up and back. It will reinforce your belief in Mother Nature and the amazing things there are out there in this world of ours.