Natural
Maricopa County, AZ
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
About 63,000 acres of Sonoran Desert mountain country in the Sonoran Desert National Monument east of Gila Bend form the North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness. Saguaro-studded bajadas and rugged peaks hold backpacking and horse routes, including Margie's Cove. Ordinary visits require no fees or permits.
| Region | Maricopa County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 33.1030, -112.5286 |
| ARPA | Cultural sites and artifacts are protected by federal law (ARPA/NHPA) — stay on established routes, touch and remove nothing, and follow the managing agency's and the affiliated tribe's guidance on access. |
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Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.