Windy Point Vista
Tucson, AZ
Granite hoodoos and a wide view over Tucson from the Catalina Highway, about halfway up Mount Lemmon. The road climbs from saguaros to pine forest; it is paved and suitable for RVs.
- Nearest town
- Tucson, AZ
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 32.3706, -110.7160
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- South Rim CampgroundsCampsite1 mi from Windy Point Vista
- Upper Rim CampgroundsCampsite1 mi from Windy Point Vista
- Rose Canyon CampgroundCampsite2 mi from Windy Point VistaTentsCaravans
- Haycreek RanchMotorhome stopover12 mi from Windy Point VistaMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
- Prince of Tucson RV ParkMotorhome stopover19 mi from Windy Point VistaMotorhomes
- Tucson / Lazydays KOAMotorhome stopover19 mi from Windy Point VistaMotorhomes
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FAQs
Where is Windy Point Vista?
Windy Point Vista is in Tucson, AZ, at GPS 32.3706, -110.7160. It is about 6 mi from Summerhaven.
Can you camp near Windy Point Vista?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is South Rim Campgrounds, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 26 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Windy Point Vista?
Windy Point Vista is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Tucson and Mount Lemmon: from saguaros to pine forest.
What is there to see near Windy Point Vista?
Places worth a stop nearby: Sabino Canyon Recreation Area (7 mi), Catalina State Park (14 mi), Biosphere 2 (16 mi) and Mission San Xavier del Bac (25 mi).
When is the best time to visit Windy Point Vista?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)