Cochise, Arizona
Top Spots in and near Cochise
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Cochise, Arizona
Hike the Cochise Stronghold Trail
4.012 mi / 1200 ft gainTake Rt. 10 east toward Benson and onto Cochise. Follow the sign to Pearce then to Sunsite. Take Ironwood Rd., Forest Rd. 84, for about 12 miles to the Stronghold Campground. Cochise Stronghold is about 1 hour from Tucson and well worth the drive. This is an out and back hike which makes for a lo...Read more -
Bowie, Arizona
Hike to the Ruins of Fort Bowie
5.03 mi / 500 ft gainFort Bowie is an abandoned military outpost and the site of many bloody battles between the government and Native Americans. The fort and visitor center can only be reached on foot, which guarantees a quiet, uncrowded experience through this lovely canyon.Begin at the trailhead on Apache Pass Roa...Read more -
Tombstone, Arizona
Explore the streets of Tombstone
5.0Fan of Western movies? Most people are aware of Hollywood movies like Tombstone and Wyatt Earp along with the infamous real life Gunfight at the O.K. Corral. But instead of walking where Kevin Costner or Kurt Russell stood, walk the boardwalks along the dusty main drag where the real Doc Holiday...Read more -
Willcox, Arizona
Camp at Chiricahua National Monument's Bonita Canyon
5.0Looking for an authentic hiking and camping weekend? Then the Bonita Canyon Campground in Chiricahua National Monument is your ticket. The Chiricahua National Monument is a uniquely beautiful place. There are wonderful hiking trails, some of the best in Arizona. The rock formations are the attrac...Read more -
Willcox, Arizona
Hike the Sugarloaf Mountain Trail in Chiricahua National Monument
1.8 mi / 470 ft gainThis short hike is spectacular at sunset. Park in the parking just beyond Echo Canyon right off of the park's scenic eight mile drive. Follow the well marked trail along the edge of Sugarloaf Mountain for beautiful views of the surrounding rock formations and valley below. At the top you will rea...Read more -
Willcox, Arizona
Hike Echo Canyon Trail in Chiricahua National Monument
4.53.5 miThis is a moderate trail, with a good amount of up and down. But you won’t mind one bit, because you’ll be so awestruck with the scenery. The distinct unique green coated rock formations of Chiricahua National Monument are on full display for this trail. Note that the parking fills very quickl...Read more -
Willcox, Arizona
Heart of Rocks Loop from Echo Canyon Trailhead
7.06 mi / 1404 ft gainHeart of Rocks Loop from Echo Canyon Trailhead is an out-and-back trail with a small loop around where you may see wildflowers located near Willcox, Arizona in Chiricahua National Monument. This trail is not dog friendly. .Read more -
Willcox, Arizona
Big Loop in Chiricahua National Monument
5.07.97 mi / 1562 ft gain27 million years ago, a large volcanic eruption in the Chiricahua Mountains left behind volcanic ash which eroded into the hoodoos and balancing rocks at Chiricahua National Monument aka The Wonderland of Rocks. The rock formations are very similar to Bryce National Park and the best part...you w...Read more -
Willcox, Arizona
Massai Point Overlook
5.00.43 mi / 56 ft gainMassai Point Overlook is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near San Simon, Arizona.Read more -
Tucson, Arizona
Tanque Verde Falls
4.21.93 mi / 430 ft gainThis hike starts at the Lower Tanque Verde Falls Trailhead, which is a well marked dirt lot on the left side of Reddington Road. A 4x4 would probably make the last half mile or so easier when the road turns to dirt but I made it to the trailhead in a Toyota Carolla without any trouble, so don't l...Read more -
Tucson, Arizona
Hike to Javelina Rock
5.07 mi / 400 ft gainDrive through the gate of Saguaro National Park and continue straight onto Cactus Forest Drive. The 8 Mile loop takes you around to Javelina Rock parking area. Take time to enjoy this drive, it offers great views of the park and opportunities to spot coyotes and other wildlife.About 7 miles into ...Read more -
3693 South Old Spanish Trail, Arizona
Drive the Cactus Forest Loop in Saguaro's Rincon Mountain District
5.08 mi / 550 ft gainSaguaro National Park is split into two different "districts" found east and west of Tucson. In the East-Rincon Mountain District you can find over 130 miles of hiking trails. However, for folks who don't have much time in the park, are with friends and family who aren't hikers, or are literally ...Read more -
3693 South Old Spanish Trail, Arizona
Drive the Scenic Loop in Saguaro National Park East (Cactus Forest)
4.58 miThe Cactus Forest scenic drive is one of two scenic drives in Saguaro National Park (the other is in the West district location). The drive in Saguaro National Park East is a paved eight-mile one way loop that runs through the heart of an extensive saguaro forest. If you’re lucky enough to visi...Read more -
Tucson, Arizona
Camp at Molino Basin
0 mi / 0 ft gainMolino Basin Campground is the only campground of the Catalina District of the Forest Service to be open year round due to its lower elevation at only 4500'. Its position along the Mount Lemmon Highway makes Molino Basin a perfect basecamp for further adventures in the Santa Catalina Mountains, a...Read more -
Mount Lemmon, Arizona
Hike Incinerator Ridge to Leopold Point
5.03.2 mi / 800 ft gainStarting out at San Pedro Vista Trailhead, located just off the shoulder of the Catalina Highway, this trail follows along the ridgeline, drops to a small saddle, and terminates at a gorgeous vista: Leopold Point. There is only 1 sign that you will come across that actually designates it as Incin...Read more -
Mount Lemmon, Arizona
Rock Climb the Hitchcock Pinnacle
Hitchcock Pinnacle on Mount Lemmon may be the most recognizable landmark in the Santa Catalina Mountains due to its prominence over Catalina Highway and Windy Point. Ample parking is available as are bathrooms. The Pinnacle itself features several trad, sport, and top rope routes including a seri...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Cochise
Willcox, Arizona
Willcox / Cochise, AZ KOA Holiday
An easy 80-mile drive east of Tucson, this new KOA offers an idyllic high-desert getaway in the shadow of 10,720-foot Graham Peak. Explor...
Cochise, Arizona
Half Moon Ranch
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Half Moon Ranch is a ranch style house located in East Cochise Stronghold in the Dragoon Mountains of the Coronado National Fore...
Cochise County, Arizona
Shaw House
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Shaw House is a stone masonry cabin located in East Cochise Stronghold in the Dragoon Mountains of the Coronado National Forest....
Benson, Arizona
Benson KOA Journey
Indulge your Wild West fantasies near the Benson KOA, in a quiet, high desert valley just 1 mile off I-10 Exit 304. Benson is the gateway...
East Bonita Canyon Road
Bonita Canyon Campground
Overview
Bonita Canyon Campground is located in Chiricahua National Monument, known as the "Wonderland of Rocks." Visitors love Chiricahu...
Safford, Arizona
Lower Twilight Group Site
Overview
Lower Twilight Group Site offers groups a secluded camping escape from the summer desert heat. The scenic mountain setting is a ...