Hike the Arizona trail to an old mining town.
Near: Sonoita, AZ
Distance: 11.2 miles round trip
Elevation Gain: 615 ft
Hike Time: 5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Condition: Well maintained trail
Hike Type: Out and Back
The hike is along well-maintained dirt roads for the entire hike. Brown trail signs guide you at the junctions. Crossing the marked private land is allowed, enter the no trespassing areas. There is no water available along the trail, so be sure to bring enough for your needs. The trail goes gently up to the camp gate, then down into the valley. The actual camp covers several acres. The return trip is the reverse of the trail in. As usual, be aware of critters.
Trailhead
From I-10 in Tucson, travel east on I-10 approximately 20 miles to the Highway 83 exit. Exit to 83, and turn right. Travel south on 83 approximately 21.5 miles to the sign for Kentucky Camp. Turn right at the entrance, over the cattle guard, and park on the right. The trail is the roadway going west. (Lat:31.73748 Lon:-110.66363)
