Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge

This refuge was established for the protection of the Sonoran Desert ecosystem including bighorn sheep, Sonoran pronghorn, and a lesser long-nosed bat. The refuge covers 860,000 acres of Sonoran Desert habitat consisting of low mountain ranges separated by broad alluvial valleys. Visitors can enjoy wildlife observation, study, and photography. Though very hot in summer, this area is beautiful in the spring when the desert flowers and cacti are in full bloom. Under the 1990 Arizona Desert Wilderness Act, more than 803,000 acres of the Refuge were classified as wilderness. Entrance permits are required. Four-wheel drive is required. Bring plenty of gas, water, a hat, and sun protection.

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