Gates Pass

Easter 2007

Tucson, Arizona

On Easter Day I drove up to Gates Pass, the passage over the Tucson Mountains west of town. It has spectacular views, and when you cross it heading west, the mountains drop away, revealing a breathtaking panorama.

On the east side of the pass:

 

Looking back toward Tucson

 

From the top, looking west:

 

 

After crossing over (the west side):

 

 

 

Saguaros come in all shapes and sizes!

 

The ocotillo was in bloom!

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© 2007 Susan B. Hunt