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Baboquivari Peak Wilderness
Introduction
The United States Congress designated the Baboquivari Peak Wilderness (map of the Baboquivari Peak Wilderness) in 1990 and it now has a total of See Baboquivari Peak Wilderness breakdown of 2,040 acres.
All of this Wilderness is located in Arizona and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Description
On Arizona's smallest designated Wilderness, Baboquivari Peak rises sharply to dominate the scenic desert terrain of the east side of the Baboquivari Range, near the Mexican border. On the western side of the range lies the Tohono O'odham Nation. Baboquivari, near the southern end of the area, rates as the only major peak in the state requiring technical climbing ability to reach the summit, a popular attraction for rock climbers. Elevations range from 7,730 feet on the summit to 4,500 feet on the desert floor. Vegetation in the higher country includes oak, walnut, and piñon; chaparral grace the lower elevations. Wildlife includes javelina, coyote, Coues whitetail deer, mule deer, mountain lion, bobcat, ringtail, coati and badger. Bird species include crested caracara, Harris' hawk, black vulture, prairie falcon, golden eagle, peregrine falcon and scaled quail.You can hike along animal tracks on the informal trails. The Humphrey Ranch maintains a pedestrian easement to the edge of the Wilderness in Thomas Canyon. The hiking is strenuous, but your rewards are solitude and splendid vistas. Always carry plenty of water.
Leave No Trace
How to follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles differs in different parts of the country (desert vs. Rocky Mountains). Click on any of the principles listed below to learn more about how they apply in the Baboquivari Peak Wilderness.
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
- Dispose of Waste Properly
- Leave What You Find
- Minimize Campfire Impacts
- Respect Wildlife
- Be Considerate of Other Visitors
For more information on Leave No Trace, Visit the Leave No Trace, Inc. website.