Mazatzal Wilderness
Mazatzal Wilderness in central Arizona offers rugged desert canyonlands and pine-forested ridges. Trails descend into Chino Valley and climb toward Leon Peak.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Southwest United States |
| Subregion | Arizona Plateau |
| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Gila County and Maricopa County |
| District | Mazatzal Ranger District |
| Timezone | AmericaPhoenix |
| Latitude | 33.9 |
| Longitude | -111.4 |
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7:14 PM LOCAL TIMEMazatzal Wilderness is a high-desert and montane landscape carved by steep canyons and fragmented mesas. The basin-floor habitats are dotted with mesquite and support upland birdlife, while higher elevations are dominated by Ponderosa pine and mixed conifer. Trails such as the Lookout Trail traverse rimlands and connect to longer routes into the boundary districts. The wilderness sits roughly between the towns of Prescott and Fountain Hills, offering opportunities for day hikes, off-trail navigation, and wildlife viewing—especially in early morning and late evening.
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