We never made it all the way to the top, as it was pretty challenging with our packs. Fantastic views and nearly perfect conditions this morning. Beautiful view from the top. It wouldve saved my pace and been a lot safer on the way down. GREAT HIKE amazing summit! Loved the hike and loved the scenery throughout. Its more like 12 miles, also Saw two bear, one was 20 ft off the trail and drooling and creeping forward to my dog and me. (10), Additions & Corrections Be careful out there!! Share sensitive information only The overall location is very isolated and made for a peaceful hike without huge crowds. You can buy the pass at any of the self-serve kiosks in the parking areas. It was beautiful up there! But bring lots of water and snacks if you are planning to make it to the top. Head out when the first early bird day hikers arrive. If you continue on the trail, you will arrive at Armour Spring, and, past that, to Florida Saddle and the Crest Trail which heads back to Baldy Saddle. From its peak, you can get an unobstructed view of southern Arizona and into Mexico on a clear day.Wrightson (and Madera Canyon) is a popular destination for many a desert dweller and offers a variety of hiking trails and recreation areas. As of this writing (10/12/05) they are still closed. Left the vacation rental house in Oro Valley north of Tucson at 5:30 AM (sunrise 6:40 AM). The Super Trail stays within the same drainage as its steeper cousin on the lower loop of the 8, but it follows a more south-facing slope through a high desert environment. He observed that too often hikers rush through hikes without giving themselves enough time to enjoy the scenery. But the views were beautiful and endless every you looked. Still a great deal of smoke adversely affecting the views. The Best Hikes in Mount Wrightson Wilderness 1,851 Triplog Reviews in the Mount Wrightson Wilderness Most recent of 444 deeper Triplog Reviews 6.88 mi 2,626 ft aeg Shovel Saddle via Rogers Rock Super Trail #134 Pipeline Trail - Santa Ritas Roger's Rock Four Springs Trail Hadn't been feeling well all week; finally got out but it was a late start. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Want to report conditions for this trail? Fantastic hike! This was harder than anticipated. At 9,456 feet, Mount Wrightson is the tallest peak in the vicinity of Tucson Arizona. Arrived in upper lot at 0545 and my first time partner and we I the OBT trail a few minutes after 6am. Total distance, around 8 miles. Check for current or recent wildfires in this area. It is located in Madera Canyon, part of the Santa Rita mountains and the Coronado National Forest, and it's a popular excursion approximately 30-minutes south of Tucson. The mountain is known for the views from its barren peak,[citation needed] nearly 7,000 feet (2,100m) feet above Tucson. Vacation & tourist guide in Mont Tremblant. So beautiful! Tucson, AZ 85701 Use caution. Yeah, at the end of December I saw numerous dead lady bugs in the cracks underneath rocks frozen to death apparently. We clocked it at 15 miles and surprised others havent pointed out the discrepancy. Very soft snow on the South side. From what I've expereinced, the most common seems to be in June, right after the snows begin to melt, but I've seen them at other times of year as well. Mount Wrightson Wilderness Photos (2,688) Directions Print/PDF map Length 10.3 miElevation gain 4,009 ftRoute type Loop Enjoy this 10.3-mile loop trail near Amado, Arizona. It was named for William Wrightson, a miner and entrepreneur in the region killed by Apaches in the 1865 Battle of Fort Buchanan. Now time for a soak in the hot tub! Miller Peak to the southeast. From Tucson, drive south on I-19 toward Nogales. | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy. No conditions reported in the past 7 days. Make sure you purchase a day pass to park in Madera Canyon. Lost a micro-spike in between the saddle and the summit. We started at 8:30 and made it to Baldys Saddle at 1:45. beautiful hike. BADASS ( Beautiful Athletic Determined Able Strong Smart ) AZ Hikers. Add this one to your bucket list. Be sure to make note of the extreme temperatures as these often pose the greatest risk to hunters. Lots of bear scat along the trail. Since most summit this peak as a day hike and start the day from the desert lowlands of Tucson, you won't have a chance to acclimatize your body. Lowest 24 January, 2023 19.9 F; Average 2023 46.7 F; Highest 5 February, 2023 79 F; Lowest 24 January, 2023 19.9 F; Average January 46.1 F; Highest 13 January, 2023 Roundtrip Hiking Distance per my GPS: 10.95 miles. Some ice and snow but it was manageable. At that point, I was 2 miles from trailhead and 45 miles from Tucson. Leave Interstate 19 at the Continental Road/Madera Canyon Exit and follow the Madera Canyon Road about 13.5 miles to the Mt Wrightson Picnic Area entrance. Many of these landmarks are visible from dozens of overlooks along both trails. Name: Old Baldy Trail #372 to Crest Trail #144 to Super Trail #134. Great trail! excellent page! One of my absolute favorite hikes in Tucson. Si Looser near the peak. It's a great way to start this 13.5 mile scenic hike. Reached the summit at 10:45 AM and 5.50 miles. The hike begins on Gardner Canyon Road, where the better-known Gardner Canyon Trail also begins. Groups involved: The extensive rain was welcome and the trail was solid throughout with little mud to speak of. Trees line the walk at the beginning of the Bear Springs Trail as hikers look up at Mt. Looking northeast toward the Whetstone Mountains and Gardner Canyon. Reached the trailhead at 2:30 PM. We took Super trail the entire way up, which is fairly moderate in difficulty until you get close to the summit trail. After a turn in the trail, spectacular views of the cliffs below the summit and the ridgeline to the north of it came to view. Sierra Club hike leader Don Smith said he selected this hike because of these historical remnants. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock Wrightson is that at certain times of the year it seems to be a magnet for ladybugs. I have been on the summit several times in November, and found the top swarming with the little critters. From the parking lot to the summit via the Old Baldy trail was between 5.5 and 6 miles. Wrightson are closed due to the Florida Fire of 7 to 21 July 2005. You can start this trail at Bog Springs Campground, Madera Picnic Area, or the Madera Ampitheatre. The terrain goes from flat desert areas and washes, to steep ridg. Great day! Please call 9163461725 for return and reward. Super Trail to Mount Wrightson Appendix A: Outdoor Retailers . As good it gets! Motorized and mechanized vehicles and equipment, including mountain bikes, are not permitted in Wilderness. Good workout. Avail of a theme that changes each winter to the delight of locals and tourists alike. A lot of people were there. Trail is nice, sandy/rocky/snowy. We rolled up to Baldy Saddle without additional sightings. My buddies, who hike there a lot encounter bears frequently. Was first to top so had summit to myself for most of time - spent over an hour up there. Reached the trailhead and by the time I started my hike, it was 7:00 AM. February Temperature Nogales, Nogales International Airport (18.6 miles) 2023 January February. I was really enjoying being there. Beautiful hike. The Old Baldy Trail is the shorter of the two at 10.8 miles roundtrip. Monsoon has been kind here, so a lot of the plants that tend to narrow Super trail a bit were weighed down by ice and snow and hung over the trail even more. Directions: Leave Interstate 19 at the Continental Road/Madera Canyon Exit and follow the Madera Canyon Road about 13.5 miles to the Mt Wrightson Picnic Area entrance. That colorful history, added to the areas plentiful wildlife and magnificent scenery have made the Mt. Josephine Peak 37. Most recently, took the Super Trail up, and the Baldy Trail down. Beautiful trail, but a real butt-kicker. Not all weather elements are available within the unit. Mt. Very windy today. Lots of shade, but bring sunscreen and a hat. Super Trail is a great trail, especially if you want to mix in some running. The summit trail is steep and fairly exposed, but the switchbacks offer plenty of opportunities to catch your breath. Due to extensive damage caused by a fire in the summer of 2005, both the Old Baldy and Super trails have been closed. The first time we summited McCleary Peak which involved bushwacking through prickly undergrowth, but I got cut up and it wasn't worth it since the views from Shovel Saddle are just as good. Weather conditions were partly cloudy, 40s. Views from the top are incredible. Those colorful leaves were probably coming from either the sycamores or the cottonwoods. Gorgeous views made up for any challenges!. Scouting prospective areas helps greatly and the use of binoculars and/or a spotting scope is almost mandatory. Pretty scary, if you are scared of bears I wouldnt do this hike. Fall-colored trees, Mt. Wrightson can be climbed any time of the year due to the great trail conditions. We had a fabulous day on this loop! Noise in numbers. Had a 55-mile drive. Got back to the car around 2, 15 miles ~6.5 hours. Upper parts of the trail. It is a prime birding area and black bears are common. We didnt need crampons, however although I would bring if I hiked it later in the year. For this novice hiker it was not easy for me, but the trail is well marked and the views were amazing as you can imagine. After crossing the creek, the trail turns left. Along the way, you'll go through scrub oak and ponderosa pine forests, being shaded most of the way until the last half mile. Mount Wrightson Comments. (FYI, once paid, this fee will also allow you to visit Mount Lemmon and Sabino Canyon in the Tucson area during the same day. At about 8k elevation snow/ice became tough and Crampons were a necessity. Bear Springs begins at an elevation of 5,200 feet, meaning that it was about 35 degrees when we hit the trailhead at 8:30 a.m., but it warmed to the 60s by mid-afternoon. Contents of this site are Copyright 2023 NHO News and Western News&Info, Inc. All rights reserved. If you are not familiar with this wonder, Mount Wrightson is a 9,456-foot or 2,882-meter peak located in the Santa Rita Mountains within the Coronado National Forest, in southern Arizona, United States. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, and camping, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Mount Wrightson (O'odham: Ce:wi Duag[4]) is a 9,456-foot (2,882m) peak in the Santa Rita Mountains within the Coronado National Forest, in southern Arizona, United States. Some snow and ice present but i didnt need spikes or poles (though i packed them just in case). I decided to see how close to the summit I could get in the snow on 12/26. With no breakfast and piss-poor preparation, I climbed to the pass just below the summit in about 2 hours, and was a pile of mush. Epic day of hiking. Old Baldy is the shortest and steepest, while the Super Trail is longer but has a more moderate gradient, but both of these trails lead to the 9,543-foot summit of Mt. Both paths are equidistant and meet up at Kent Springs after 2 miles. You'll go straight through the first stop sign, but turn right soon after onto White Horse Canyon Road. He said he waited 20 minutes. Easy to lose the trail if there is any snow, but well worth it. Try to go all the way as the views are truly rewarding from the top. Windy but clear day with lots of temperature fluctuations, was happy to have brought gloves and a buff. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. lot lady bug things on top but great panoramic views. Excelentes vistas, Do not try to summit without Spikes I would say the heavy snow starts about 3.2 miles in and it's pretty hard and packed overall a great hike I left around 8 got to the top at 11:30 got back around 2 definitely recommend a different type of hiking when you're hiking in snow much fun The road to the trailhead was open. Located within the Wilderness are the headwaters of Madera Canyon, one of the most famous birdwatching areas in the Southwest. Mount Wrightson is the highest point in the Santa Rita Mountains[2] and the Tucson region, lying 40 miles (64km) southeast of the city. There are several springs at different locations, including Bog Spring, Sprung Spring, Kent Spring, Armour Spring, Baldy Spring, McBeth Spring and Bellows Spring. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 11 min to complete. Originally Published: January 14, 2014 10:13 a.m. The Bears on Saturday signed offensive lineman Willie Wright to a reserve/future contract. Lot of ice on the North side, snow 2 feet deep toward the summit. Start of the seemingly endless zigzags below the saddle. Love coming down super trail at least to Josephine saddle. There's an additional $10 per vehicle fee for camping. As people have mentioned, spikes or YakTrax really help w/ this one currently. Location: 40 miles south of Tucson, 70 miles northwest of Nogales. 9.5 miles in 9.5 hrs. Very difficult hike with the snow and ice. A park ranger suggested going up Super Trail since it is less steep and returning on Old Baldy Trail which is a little shorter than Super. Tucson, AZ 85701 Along the trail, we didn't see any bears, but we found plenty of bear scat. At over 9,400 feet, climbing Mt. Took the nature trail from there adding about 3.4 miles to the round trip . Other hikers actually took pictures of bear. The unit rises from 2,000' on the north to 9,453' at the top of Mt. The first time I did it, my wife woke me up at 5 a.m. and offered to drop me off in the Madera Canyon trailhead loop. SC Seven Falls Bear Canyon Trail East: Saguaro National Park--East (SNPE) 23. Old Baldy to Wrightson is a challenge - but pretty well shaded and much cooler at higher elevations. To the left is the Bog Spring loop. Mont Tremblant National Park is an incredible 583 square miles (1510 km) and towers nearly 1.000 meters (3,280 feet) at its highest point. This trail is located in the Santa Rita Mountains near Green Valley, AZ. Miller Peak could be seen to the distant southeast. Use temperature ranges to plan and prepare for your hunt. Two miles into the hike is a saddle which offers an easy dayhike with dramatic views of this peak. The Bear Springs Trail is part of the Santa Rita Mountain range and part of segment four of the Arizona Trail. Bear Springs Trail features awesome scenery with mountains off in the distance in every direction. From there the trail climbs steeply for a half mile. 89) to AZ Hwy 82; northeast on AZ Hwy 82 to AZ Hwy 83; northerly on AZ Hwy 83 to the Sahuarita road; west along the Sahuarita road alignment to I-19 Exit 75; south on I-19 to Grand Avenue (U.S. Hwy 89). Very tough but worth the challenge! Quick way to get 4000 of elevation gain! Brian Jenkins - Oct 3, 2002 11:38 am - Voted 10/10 Untitled Comment. The trail is very well marked and well traveled so theres little to no chance of getting off trail. Like all Mont Tremblant Parks, Tremblants National Park is known for its beauty and natural habitat which attracts a large variety of species including moose, deer, foxes, beavers, bears and a large selection of birds and fish. Above the midpoint of the 8 at Josephine Saddle, the Super Trail loops around the south side of the mountain through even more arid country, while Old Baldy switchbacks through thickets of New Mexico locust on a west-facing slope to Baldy Saddle. An official website of the Get a free account to view the details! With a prominence of 4591 ft, Mt. Gabe Zimmerman Trail 36. connected to the .gov website. Perfect. These are two totally different hikes and should be under separate titles. Mont Tremblant National Park is an incredible 583 square miles (1510 km) and towers nearly 1.000 meters (3,280 feet) at its highest point. If you have experience hiking in snow and can follow the trail, I highly recommend doing so. The Santa Catalinas near Tucson, Mt. We lunched at Shovel Saddle at 8000' (2600' elevation gain) and then headed back as weather was moving in. Only 2 other people on the summit. Lots of snow about halfway up the trail. Jetez un coup d'il cet itinraire aller-retour de 11,6-miles prs de Patagonia, Arizona. A lot more snow then I thought thered be. Easy to follow steep trek but well worth it as the views are incredible on a clear day. On a pleasant day, you just won't want to leave it! Tough. The title of this trail and the map are the Baldy/Super Trail loop to the summit of Mt. Have fun getting Rad! (520) 388-8300, https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coronado/recarea/?recid=25772, DRD Temporary Turkey Creek Road Closure #03-05-01-23-008, SVRD Temporary Container Area Closure Order #03-05-03-23-007, Temporary Road Closure Order #03-05-01-23-002, Occupancy and Use Restrictions Order 03-05-05-23-003, Bighorn Sheep Closure Order: 03-05-05-22-002. No conditions reported in the past 7 days. Absolutely loved the 360 views on top. Lots of birds, butterflies and overly human acclimated deer. As you get near the top there are more patches of snow, some up to a foot deep. I feel like this was somewhere around 13 miles total instead of 10. My Garmin Instinct indicates this was a 12.95 mile hike with 3,940 feet of elevation gain Be safe. Took me 4 hours to get to the summit and 3 hours back down. Advertise on HuntScore and reach hunters interested in this hunting unit! It's just shorter. Our most recommended things to do in Quebec Province. C'est un endroit trs pris pour l'itinrance, l'ornithologie et le camping, vous croiserez donc probablement du monde pendant votre excursion. Its distinctive pyramid-shaped profile is visible from much of southeastern Arizona and adjoining areas in Sonora, Mexico.[5]. Elevation was 5410 ft and it was in the low 40s degrees F. Got on Old Baldy Trail and began to follow it up the slopes in a forest that was all green except for a few fall colored deciduous trees here and there. I ran into a couple of guys who told me: You missed the show. SC Hutch's Pool 20. The unit rises from 2,000' on the north to 9,453' at the top of Mt. The shade and high altitude make it a great hike even in the summer desert climate.There are two main trails to the summit, and they cross each other twice, making a figure "8". Enjoy the sunset and night alone up top on a flat spot inside the old lookout foundation. Looking toward Sierrita Mine southwest of Tucson. Detailed 6 day mountain weather forecasts for climbers and mountaineers planning expeditions. Went up and back from TH to Josephine Saddle on the Supertrail which is a great trail. Beautiful forest and glimpses of the summit. Wrightson. Wrightson and the Santa Rita Mountains. Beautiful trail! Mount Wrightson ( O'odham: Ce:wi Duag [4]) is a 9,456-foot (2,882 m) peak in the Santa Rita Mountains within the Coronado National Forest, in southern Arizona, United States. It features a Boy Scout Memorial dedicated and maintained for three scouts who died in a storm on Mount Wrightson November 15, 1958. We only averaged one mile per hour. Took me 4 hours to get to the summit at a leisurely pace and 2.5 hours down. Hiking at Mount Wrightson, Arizona, United States | Skimble.com Some areas did get cool enough for gloves tho. Bear Springs Trail is not to be confused with Bear Canyon Trail in nearby Sabino Canyon, nor should it be confused with the Bear Creek Trail that has been written up by Arizona Highways and is located in the Hannagan Meadow area. Mount Wrightson Wilderness Photos (2,130) Directions Print/PDF map Length 11.6 miElevation gain 4,002 ftRoute type Out & back Get to know this 11.6-mile out-and-back trail near Patagonia, Arizona. No spouse to pick me up, I hunted for breakfast or lunch along the road up to the loop - no luck. icy chunks from the trees all over up top made it hard coming down. A bit windy. Wrightson's distinctive pyramid-shaped profile is visible from much of southeastern Arizona and adjoining areas in Mexico. I was glad to have brought my rain gear. 3.7 along Super Trail to Josephine saddle; very manageable incline throughout Just because I hadn't done it before, I descended from Baldy Saddle to the trailhead via the Super Trail. Wrightson's distinctive pyramid-shaped profile is visible from much of southeastern Arizona and adjoining areas in Mexico. Saw bear scat in many places. Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Contents of this site are Copyright 2023 NHO News and Western News&Info, Inc. All rights reserved. Turn left here and drive into the trailhead parking lot Activities Hiking Alerts & Warnings Big Horn Sheep Closure Order: 03-05-05-22-002 View All Forest Alerts Quick Links Time up: 3 hours (actual hiking time - we talked alot and stopped alot so overall time was closer to 3 1/2 hours) Time down: 2 hours. In summertime people come tohike, camp,kayak, fish, canoe and more. A bit windy at Baldy saddle, but not much anywhere else. Expect severe fire damage visible on the east side of the mountain. Not a lot of fresh scat. If you have knee trouble, you might want to go up the shorter . This is our fourth trip up this trail. Looking north toward Tucson. The only thing not good was 3 piles of dog poop left on the trail near the parking area and at least 2 people with dogs not on leashes. I guess I accidentally paused the app before hitting mt baldy trail. Vous pouvez y accder toute l'anne et l . Pre monsoon (no chance of storm). Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. For example, theAconcagua mountain page has the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits' asparents and is a parent itself to many routes, photos, and Trip Reports. Parents refers to a larger category under which an object falls. We made the peak in 4:20 and back down in about 3 hours. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 11 min to complete. View Mt. Not technical at all. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! Super trail is nice for solitude and views on a more relaxed trip back down. Head out on this 11.6-mile out-and-back trail near Patagonia, Arizona. Snow was 6-9" of powder on a good incline so I put my New Hampshire hiking skills to the test. Wrightson Wilderness a popular destination point. Humphries and Harquahala Peak as my favorite hike in Arizona. Old Baldy Trail to Mount Wrightson 38. Constant incline. Very helpful on the way down. Taking my time, clocked 5:55 moving time with 10.6 miles total - excellent hike! Go to the right (strangely not marked on the sign). We did the Four Springs Trail today. Mount Wrightson Temperature Statistics . Enjoyed most of the trail all to myself only passing by a few other groups on the way up or down. 38% Private, 62% Public, 30% USFS, 1% BLM, 1% State, 6% Wilderness, 1% NPS, 12% Other. Frequently Seen Animals: birds, Coues white-tailed deer, black bear, and mountain lion (rare). Wrightson is the 5400 ft Madera Canyon Trailhead to the northwest of the peak. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. The trail was well maintained and easy to navigate. Near the end of the road, there's a well-signed turn off to the left for the Baldy and Super trails. View on the summit was spectacular! Aconcagua mountain itself has many routes, photos, and trip reports as children. There is very few streams but you need a purifier if you will be using it as drinking water. Hit peak around 3pm as day hikers are leaving. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Mount Mica and Rincon Peak to the right. I enjoyed the Super Trail but, in the future, I'll stick with the Old Baldy Trail both ascending and descending. We weren't trying to set any speed records on this one and we all hiked at our own pace - We waited until everyone in our group made it to Josephine Saddle and the Peak Looking back toward the saddle and Mt. Be sure to wake for sunrise. This enormous wildlife sanctuary is Quebec's second largest park and is home to 6 . A couple in our group were affected by the altitude. Wrightson may cause some people to experience altitude sickness, which typically occurs above 8,000 feet. Runner one had turned around and stated that he had turned because of a large black bear siring in the trail, that refused to leave. Wrightson Wilderness range from well-used pathways to primitive routes. A couple of speed walkers came from behind and passed me. A sign on the trail warned about Africanized Bees ahead. The Trail. Mt. Children refers to the set of objects that logically fall under a given object. I hiked Old Baldy up and Super trail back and recommend that. Started the hike around 8:30 on a Sunday. 3.0 from Josephine saddle back to parking lot along Old Baldy Trail; fun downhill though it wouldve really gotten the heart rate going if wed gone up that trail from the start Josephine Saddle via Super Trail and Old Baldy, Old Baldy, Vault Mine and Agua Caliente Trail, Vault Mine, Agua Caliente, Super Trail Loop. Wrightson Wilderness. Wrightson. The views were magnificent. For example, the Hiker 2 met us after 20 more minutes of watching the big black. Want to report conditions for this trail? Due to high elevation, most of the path goes through a forest far above the Sonoran Desert flora that covers much of the lower elevations in this part of Arizona. The super trail runs along a stream and it has wonderful views! With a prominence of 4591 ft, Mt. Viewing: 1-10 of 10. 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