REC Pool only: M-F 6a-6p | S/S 8a-4p
The REC & NorthREC Centers: Closed until further notice
REC Pool Reopens Today
Lane Reservations Required
Starting today, Monday, August 3, the Campus Rec pool alone has reopened to members with lane reservations only. To reserve a lane, visit rec.arizona.edu. Pool hours are 6a-6p weekdays, 8a-4p weekends. Face coverings must be worn on the pool deck at all times. Entrance and exit will be at the south end of the pool (7th Street emergency exit doors). The rest of the facility will remain closed with no access to locker rooms. We request that you follow CDC safety protocols and stay home if not feeling well or having a 100.4 degree or higher temperature.
Santa Catalina Mountains
The Santa Catalina Mountains, just northeast of Tucson holds wonders full of free camping, hiking trails, and more climbing crags than you could visit in a lifetime! Check below on our favorite spots of the mountain.
The Meadow on Mt. Lemmon
The "Meadow on Mt. Lemmon" is a free camping spot beloved by many. At one of the highest peaks of the mountain seating at just over 9,000 ft this camping spot gives you beautiful views of Tucson and the entire Santa Catalina Mountain range. For more info, CLICK HERE
Hutch's Pool
This sandy campsite can be used as quick cool off destination, or a night for a backpacking trip. No matter when you head to Hutch's Pool, you'll enjoy the oasis of the pools and shady site. For more info, CLICK HERE
Lemmon Pools
This mostly unknown destination hold a beautiful swimming hole for those willing to look for it. For more info, CLICK HERE
Summit Hikes
Just past the town of Summerhaven is a collection of miles of summit hikes. The road to these hikes are often closed in the late fall-winter months, but can still be accessed with spikes and possibly snowshoes. For more info, CLICK HERE
Climbing Crag: Sloth Slabs
New to lead climbing and looking for the perfect place to practice your skills? Sloth Slabs is the perfect high elevation crag established in 2017 to give new sport climbers an area to practice before they tackle the rest of the mountain. For more information, CLICK HERE.