While summertime heat in Southern Arizona can make an outdoor run difficult and tiring, it can also provide a great workout and quick way to sweat it out. Here are some great places around Tucson for a morning, afternoon, or night run.

Morning

Sabino Canyon
If you are in the mood for a long run, Sabino Canyon may be the spot for you. Start at the Sabino Canyon Visitor Center and follow the paved road as it twists through the park. Runners will experience majestic views of the Catalina Mountains throughout their workout. When you reach the end of the road, turn around and run back to start. Bring lots of water, as this is a 7.4-mile run in total.

Old Spanish Trail
Your Old Spanish Trail run will begin on Broadway and go all the way through to the entrance of Colossal cave. Old Spanish Trail is a great place to run because the paved bike paths are roomy and there are an abundance of rolling hills and breathtaking views of the valley. The course is 5 miles in total.