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Description: The 19,410-acre Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness is 120 miles southeast of Phoenix, Arizona in Graham and Pinal counties. The wilderness includes the 11-mile long Aravaipa Canyon, as well as, the surrounding tablelands and nine side canyons. Within the colorful 1,000-foot canyon walls, outstanding scenery, wildlife, and rich history are all protected. Seven species of native desert fish, desert bighorn sheep, and over 200 species of birds live among shady cottonwoods along the perennial waters of Aravaipa Creek. A permit is required to enter Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness. Use is limited to 50 people per day; this provides solitude for the visitor and reduces impacts to the environment. Plan your visit: www.blm.gov/az/st/en/prog/blm_special_areas/wildareas/ara... Photo: Bob Wick, BLM
Title: Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness (15224785109)
Credit: Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness
Author: Bureau of Land Management
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