which is the nicest part of the tucson loop

The "nicest" part of the Tucson Loop depends on what you want: the Oro Valley/Canada del Oro (CDO) section is scenic with Catalina mountain views and less crowded; the Central Rillito River section is vibrant with restaurants and parks; while the Santa Cruz section offers quiet, peaceful rides with great views, and the ** Julian Wash Greenway** provides wide-open desert vibes, making each area ideal for different preferences. [1, 2, 3, 4]

For Scenery & Quiet:

• Oro Valley/Canada del Oro (CDO): Often called the most beautiful, with stunning Catalina Mountain backdrops, less congestion, and family-friendly options.
• Santa Cruz Section (South): Known for peaceful rides, nice views, and fewer crowds, a favorite for some cyclists. [1, 2, 4, 5]

For Amenities & Activity:

• Rillito River (Central): The most popular and busy, offering easy access to restaurants, shops (like near the Tucson Mall), parks (Brandi Fenton), and art. [1, 2, 6, 7]

For Desert & Art:

• Julian Wash Greenway: A wide-open, more desolate feel with unique art installations, like the "Joining Hands Arch".
• East Side (Pantano): Features beautiful saguaro landscapes and art like the "Batty Biker" sculpture. [2, 3]

Tips for Choosing:

• Families: Oro Valley for safety and fewer people.
• Food & Drink: Rillito or Downtown (Mercado San Agustin).
• Peaceful Ride: Santa Cruz or the further northern CDO/Oro Valley areas.
• Art Lovers: Look for sculptures along the CDO, Pantano, and Julian Wash sections. [1, 2, 3, 4, 7]

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1] https://tucsonloop.org/tucson-loop-starting-points

[2] https://www.reddit.com/r/Tucson/comments/stjxkb/best_section_of_the_loop_to_cycle_on/

[3] https://tucsonloop.org/tucson-loop-art/

[4] https://tucsonloop.org/best-family-things-to-do-tucson-loop

[5] https://tucsonloop.org/?post_type=faq

[6] https://tucsonloop.org/safest-tucson-loop-sections

[7] https://www.visittucson.org/blog/post/loving-the-loop/