The best times to visit this trail are March through November. . Absolutely loved the 360 views on top. lush flora, lots of lizards and butterflies, gorgeous vistas, not an easy hike but worth every step. Views where amazing. All Rights Reserved. It's a great way to start this 13.5 mile scenic hike. 4 hours if you are fit. IRBH ( I'd Rather Be Hiking ) Some snow and ice present but i didnt need spikes or poles (though i packed them just in case). The start point listed in the description is good for the Bog Spring/Kent Spring Loop but a better starting point for the Four Springs Trail is the Super Trail from the parking lot at the top of the road. So much fun. Your best bet for current conditions is to call the Coronado National Forest, Nogales Ranger District. Large swings indicate a good layering system should be used. Wrightson can be climbed any time of the year due to the great trail conditions. Miller Peak to the southeast. Wrightson Wilderness. See all stats but the last 2 years with a free account! There is a good population of bears in the area but it will take some planning and . Pretty day with some rumblings of thunder. Towering more than 7,000 feet over the surrounding savannas and deserts, Mt. You will soon enter one of the loveliest sections in the Santa Ritas near Sylvester Spring. Advertise on HuntScore and reach hunters interested in this hunting unit! On Madera Canyon Road, I stopped to take a picture of Mt. Didn't trust or footing. Wrightson's distinctive pyramid-shaped profile is visible from much of southeastern Arizona . 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. Its distinctive pyramid-shaped profile is visible from much of southeastern Arizona and adjoining areas in Sonora, Mexico.[5]. From there the trail climbs steeply for a half mile. Lots of bear scat between Josephine Saddle and Old Baldy Saddle. 30 minutes, time to roll. The two speed walkers were there. Continuous incline. Mount Hopkins and Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory. Reached the 8750 ft saddle at 11:41 AM and took a short rest. Ronning said thanks to Ibuprofen he was only a bit sore and stiff the next day. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock 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. You always remember your first time. I was really enjoying being there. Well worth the elevation gains. Bring spikes, dont be like me and think ehh I can do it without spikes just bring them! 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. Lots of shade, but bring sunscreen and a hat. Mt. Around 2 miles later you will arrive at Amour Spring, then another half mile brings you to the junction with Crest Trail. Turn left onto this side road and drive a few hundred feet and you'll come to two parking lots. 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 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 Sutton, 25, was taken in the third round of the 2014 NFL draft by the Bears. 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. Difficulty: Difficult: . Lots of snow about halfway up the trail. I had plenty of layers, though, so it wasn't too terrible. We went up old baldy and down old baldy. Started at 5am while it was still dark. Enjoyed most of the trail all to myself only passing by a few other groups on the way up or down. Create a free account to read the rest of this terrain note! Took the nature trail from there adding about 3.4 miles to the round trip . A lot of people were there. Arizona Office of Tourism, 2702 N. 3rd St., Suite 4015 , Phoenix, AZ, 85004, Phone: 888-520-3434, Fax: 602-240-5432. Loved Mt Wrightson! A sign on the trail warned about Africanized Bees ahead. It was a beautiful moonlit hike up, lots of bear scat on the way up and back down but we never saw a bear. The weather was wonderful, views in every direction. 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. A couple in our group were affected by the altitude. Old Baldy to Wrightson is a challenge - but pretty well shaded and much cooler at higher elevations. Apparently the hills have more than just music. United States government. I did, however, turn around before reaching the summit due to the snow getting hard to walk in without snowshoes. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 11 min to complete. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. 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 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. Take plenty of water and food. The trail is in great shape, with a few short icy sections. Also: this hike is EXCELLENT on a full moon. Wrightson's distinctive pyramid-shaped profile is visible from much of southeastern Arizona and adjoining areas in Mexico. The park is opened 365 days a year and offers a long list of summer and winter activities for every member of the family. 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. Weather conditions were partly cloudy, 40s. Not technical at all. ", Routes Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. 12.0 miles overall for a fun, very scenic, and almost entirely shaded hike! Along the trail, we didn't see any bears, but we found plenty of bear scat. It's cozy. When I was at Wrightson I saw two bears, black bears I believe. Perfect temps, started at 7:30am. Wrightson, the highest peak in the Santa Ritas. 3.7 along Super Trail to Josephine saddle; very manageable incline throughout Geography [ edit] Tucson, AZ 85701 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). Located just north of the ski resort, this park was created in 1895 and is one of the oldest Quebec provincial parks. Saw one black bear off trail and two deer. (53). Near the end of the road, there's a well-signed turn off to the left for the Baldy and Super trails. These two trails intersect at Josephine Saddle (7,080 feet, 2,160m) halfway to the peak, so hikers can choose one route for the lower path and one route for the upper. Fall colors. Many of these landmarks are visible from dozens of overlooks along both trails. Wrightson Wilderness a popular destination point. Located within the Wilderness are the headwaters of Madera Canyon, one of the most famous birdwatching areas in the Southwest. A workout for sure, but a deep sense of accomplishment in completing my first ascent of Mount Wrightson ( originally Mount Baldy per the USGS peak marker ) Towering more than 7,000 feet over the surrounding savannas and deserts, Mt. The hike begins on Gardner Canyon Road, where the better-known Gardner Canyon Trail also begins. Both paths are equidistant and meet up at Kent Springs after 2 miles. Get the Earl Wrightson Setlist of the concert at Forum de Montral, Montreal, QC, Canada on April 8, 1962 and other Earl Wrightson Setlists for free on setlist.fm! Reached the summit at 10:45 AM and 5.50 miles. I recommend the full loop like this to get a fresh view. You'll know you're on the pipeline trail because there is 2" galvanized pipe on the side of the trail. I have been on the summit several times in November, and found the top swarming with the little critters. Wrightson. The orange reddish leaves in Bear Springs Creek give a hiker a sense that it is still fall. Parents refers to a larger category under which an object falls. And got to chat with a local that did this hike almost every weekend. We never made it all the way to the top, as it was pretty challenging with our packs. Almost everyone is contented to climb Mount Wrightson as an out-and-back. Mount Wrightson is One of Tucson's Highest Peaks. [6], The final approach to the summit is north facing and may be impassable without special equipment during the winter due to ice.[7]. Hiking Season: March to November. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. ) or https:// means you've safely Contents of this site are Copyright 2023 NHO News and Western News&Info, Inc. All rights reserved. Trail lies in the Mt.Wrightson Wilderness Area. ( Never steep. Mount Wrightson Comments. There are obvious signs for Madera Canyon along the way.Once on White Horse Canyon Road, you'll drive 11 miles straight into the Madera Canyon Recreation Area, enjoying a view of Wrightson along the way. United States. We lunched at Shovel Saddle at 8000' (2600' elevation gain) and then headed back as weather was moving in. You are now on the Four Springs Trail. Add this one to your bucket list. 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. Very tired but worth it. 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". on official, secure websites. Hopkins and the observatory. Roundtrip Hiking Distance per my GPS: 10.95 miles. Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier: Hotel de Glace Entry Ticket. You can start this trail at Bog Springs Campground, Madera Picnic Area, or the Madera Ampitheatre. Since I had a long drive back home, I decided to go back the way I had come up leaving at 11:00 AM. Start of the seemingly endless zigzags below the saddle. Hikers get to rock hop over the cascading creek about 20 times giving great views of the running stream. Movement includes the normal position on all fours and an upright position on the hind legs that improves the opportunity to see and smell. Si Be sure to wake for sunrise. Wrightson. As soon as one of the hikers said she came from the Abbey up the road, we couldn't help but hear "The Sound of Music" dancing in our heads as we looked up at Mt. Want to report conditions for this trail? Josephine Saddle via Super Trail and Old Baldy, Old Baldy, Vault Mine and Agua Caliente Trail, Vault Mine, Agua Caliente, Super Trail Loop. 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. After crossing the creek, the trail turns left. Still a great deal of smoke adversely affecting the views. 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. Arrived in upper lot at 0545 and my first time partner and we I the OBT trail a few minutes after 6am. 11/17 small amount of ice but all visible. GREAT HIKE amazing summit! I was glad to have brought my rain gear. Started at 715am. There is also a trail journal to sign. Wrightson's distinctive pyramid-shaped profile is visible from much of southeastern Arizona and adjoining areas in Mexico. Pun intended. Ian. The Bear Springs Trail is part of the Santa Rita Mountain range and part of segment four of the Arizona Trail. 2006-2021 SummitPost.org. Happy birthday, Miniature! Got back to our car at 6pm. Beautiful trees. Have bear spray, have deterrents, and use common sense food protections. Nonetheless, take plenty of water and be aware of wildlife. Make sure you wear shoes with good grip and you bring your spikes. Mountain (climbing) weather forecasts for 3 elevations of Mount Wrightson, Santa Rita Mountains, Intermountain West, United States. 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. The last mile to the summit of Mt. The shortest route is the Old Baldy Trail, a steady climb of over 4,000 feet (1,200m) over 5.4 miles (8.7km) to the exposed summit. I highly recommend 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. Wrightson Wilderness range from well-used pathways to primitive routes. It was named for William Wrightson, a miner and entrepreneur in the region killed by Apaches in the 1865 Battle of Fort Buchanan . Oh. Located within the Wilderness are the headwaters of Madera Canyon, one of the most famous birdwatching areas in the Southwest. Viewing: 1-10 of 10. Make sure you purchase a day pass to park in Madera Canyon. Talking to the people on the summit, they said that trail was overgrown. Lot of ice on the North side, snow 2 feet deep toward the summit. The Wrightson summit is superb. (520) 388-8300, https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coronado/recarea/?recid=25766, 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. The extensive rain was welcome and the trail was solid throughout with little mud to speak of. C'est un endroit trs pris pour l'itinrance, l'ornithologie et le camping, vous croiserez donc probablement du monde pendant votre excursion. We only averaged one mile per hour. Definitely agree with others that micro spikes were needed for safety higher up. I broke down the hike below, and all the mileages are per my own watch: I only saw two people on my way up after leaving at 5am but saw at least 50 headed up on my way back down. Difficult at times but loved the challenge. It became more frequent, fresher and larger as we continued on. He observed that too often hikers rush through hikes without giving themselves enough time to enjoy the scenery. Trail is nice, sandy/rocky/snowy. Wright signed with the Falcons in 2020 and spent most of the season on Atlanta's practice squad. We should all be so lucky. This junction marks the end of Four Springs Trail. No need for equipment. In winter the park attracts people that come tocross-country ski, snowshoe, and snowmobile along the snow covered trails. Brian Jenkins - Oct 3, 2002 11:38 am - Voted 10/10 Untitled Comment. Detailed 6 day mountain weather forecasts for climbers and mountaineers planning expeditions. At 9:51 AM, 4.57 miles and 8750 ft elevation, I reached a saddle where view to the east appeared. Aconcagua mountain itself has many routes, photos, and trip reports as children. With a prominence of 4591 ft, Mt. Wrightson summit; very steep and even steeper in the last .9 to the top connected to the .gov website. Also, I would choose this route down only. The weather was fantastic and spent half the time in a tshirt. One can see interpretive signs, old broken down dams, tunnels and century old pipe along the way. The prominence of Wrightson provides wonderful views with a great summit. Beautiful trail, but a real butt-kicker. Not a lot of fresh scat. United States. Great views, will probably try Super on the way down as Baldy was covered in leaves that obscure the loose rocks. I feel like this was somewhere around 13 miles total instead of 10. There are 1 OTC hunts in this unit. If you have knee trouble, you might want to go up the shorter . 38% Private, 62% Public, 30% USFS, 1% BLM, 1% State, 6% Wilderness, 1% NPS, 12% Other. The 9453 ft Mt. Agree with everyone that spikes were helpful, wore mine for the last two ascending miles (microspikes). on official, secure websites. ( Create a free account to read the rest of this access note! Mt. Was windy and cool with rain showers on the way down. Most moderate hard hike completed so far. 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 Scouting prospective areas helps greatly and the use of binoculars and/or a spotting scope is almost mandatory. Epic day of hiking. Saw bear scat in many places. Due to extensive damage caused by a fire in the summer of 2005, both the Old Baldy and Super trails have been closed. It wouldve saved my pace and been a lot safer on the way down. Snow was 6-9" of powder on a good incline so I put my New Hampshire hiking skills to the test. The trails also boast an impressive potpourri of tree species characteristic of southeastern Arizona including Arizona, Apache and Chihuahua pines, as well as Arizona madrone and a variety of oaks. You start by heading upthen go up some moreand unlike other hills with false peaks and look outsyou bypass all that and just keep ploddingup. 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