FRED'S ARENA & STEAKHOUSE

No trip to Tucson would be complete without a visit to Fred's Arena & Steakhouse. Located some 20 miles west of Tucson on a forty acre working ranch, Fred's offers a unique dining experience. Steaks, burgers and chops are perfectly seasoned and mesquite grilled on a indoor brick grill centered in the dining area. In addition, the hot wings and Chicago style pizza are delicious and the full service bar offers up cold and refreshing drinks. The rustic interior of the steakhouse only adds to the atmosphere and the service is terrific.

Directions: West on Ajo to Sierrita Mountain Road, South to Ava Road and a half mile to Fred's.

GATES PASS

Gates Pass offers many hiking trails and a great place to watch spectacular Arizona sunsets. Just twenty minutes west of Tucson, the drive alone is worth the trip. The winding road through the Tucson Mountains is lined with giant saguaros, prickly pear cacti and magnificent rock formations. Coyote and javelina can sometimes be seen wandering through the mountains along with bobcats and an occasional mule deer. Considered to one of the best locations for watching sunsets by locals and tourists alike, Gates Pass offers a panoramic view of the Sonoran Desert.

Just follow Speedway Blvd. to Gates Pass Road and remember to use caution while driving as the Tucson Mountains are popular with cyclists.