Within constant view and an hour's drive from Tucson, is beautiful Mt. Lemmon, in the Catalina Mountains and the Coronado National Forest. With fishing, picnicking, camping, and hiking in the summer, and snow and skiing in the winter, it's Tucson's secret escape from the seering desert heat. Temperatures average about 20 degrees (Fahrenheit) cooler than the Tucson valley.

These pictures were taken May 22, 1997

Looking north from the ski lodge, into Pinal County

Rose Canyon Lake is about 2/3 of the way up, and is kept stocked for fishing.

At 9,000 feet elevation, the ski lift runs all year for people who just want to enjoy the view.