Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway

-The Mount Lemmon Scenic Byway, also known as the Catalina Highway or Mount Lemmon Highway, is a 27-mile road that leads to the top of Mount Lemmon
-One of the most scenic highways in Arizona and the US
-The only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of the Santa Catalina Mountains
-The speed limit is 35 mph or less most of the way up the mountain, due to the curvy roadways and quick rise in elevation
-Driving up to Mount Lemmon can take around 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on factors such as traffic, road conditions, and how many stops made on the way ... some really great views!
-Ascends to 9,000+ feet and offers many scenic turnouts along the way