Tucson Loop Nominated for best Recreational Trail!

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The Chuck Huckelberry Loop, more commonly known around town as "The Loop" is, once again, being nominated for best Recreational Trail in the country. The Loop is currently rated as number one amongst 19 total nominations.

 

USA Today is running this contest along with other 10 Best Readers' Choice categories. If you are interested in voting for The Loop, you can do so at the link right below. Each person is allowed to vote once per day up until the contest is over in 20 days.

Vote for Tucson's Chuck Huckelberry Loop

 

 

Continue below to read some interesting information about The Loop!

 

How Many Miles Does The Oro Valley/Tucson Loop Span?

The Oro Valley/Tucson Loop shared use bike path extends over 130 car free miles throughout unincorporated Pima County, Marana, Oro Valley, Tucson, and South Tucson. Add on more if you start at Catalina State Park.

 

Can I Rent A Bike On The Oro Valley/Tucson Loop Bike Path?

You bet! Tucson Bike Rentals, the official bicycle rental company of The Oro Valley/Tucson Loop, picks up and delivers by appointment – contact free – to select location points on the Oro Valley side of The Loop bicycle system. Rent a Trek, Specialized or Giant hybrid bike starting at just $49 or a skinny tire road bike for $69. Looking for a cool date idea? Take that special someone on a tandem bike ride! They have Cannondale dual disk brake tandems for rent. Bike all day long, lock the bikes back up at their racks and you are good to go! They deliver bikes as early as 6AM.

 

What Are The Hiking Opportunities Near The Oro Valley? Tucson Loop?

Catalina State Park in Oro Valley is your very best bet. This is a world class Arizona hiking and camping experience. This park connects to the Oro Valley portion of The Loop. 

 

Are There Places To Stay On The Oro Valley/Tucson Loop?

Many! First we really recommend camping as a great opportunity. And as we will mention throughout this web portal, Catalina State Park is where to go! When looking for “best things to do in Tucson”, walking, hiking and biking Catalina State Park and The Loop is the way to go.

 

What Parks Are On The Oro Valley/Tucson Loop?

  • Brandi Fenton Memorial Park
  • Canada Del Oro Riverfront Park
  • Fantasy Island Mountain Bike Trails – great beginner mountain trails!
  • Fort Lowell Park
  • Kino Sports Complex
  • Morris K. Udall Regional Park
  • Northwest YMCA
  • Santa Cruz River Park

Check out The Loop's website right HERE for everything there is to know and answers to all of your questions about The Loop.