Hike Chiricahua National Monument From Bisbee
Hike Echo Canyon Loop and explore Cave Creek Canyon in a day
Duration
10 Hours
Includes
Hiking sticks, water, snacks
Highlights
Head from old town Bisbee to Chiricahua National Monument for a moderate 3.4-mile Echo Canyon Loop hike, then continue by 4-wheel drive route to Cave Creek Canyon. Finish with a stop at the Chiricahua Desert Museum in Rodeo, New Mexico.
- Hike the 3.4-mile Echo Canyon Loop via Echo Canyon, Hailstone, and Ed Riggs trails
- Descend and climb 400 feet through rock formations on the Echo Canyon and Ed Riggs trails
- Stop for photo opportunities on the drive to the trailhead
- Follow a 4-wheel drive trail over the spine of the Chiricahua Mountains to Cave Creek Canyon
- Visit the Chiricahua Desert Museum and see its reptiles, including over 34 species of rattlesnakes
What's Included
- Hiking sticks
- Day packs
- Two liters of water
- Snacks
Things to know
Hiking shoes and long pants are required. Expect some uneven ground and/or loose rock. Lunch is on your own at Portal Peak Lodge Store & Café.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
FAQs
Wear hiking shoes and long pants (required). Bring sunscreen and gloves (recommended).
You hike a moderate 3.4-mile Echo Canyon Loop with about 400 feet of descent and 400 feet of climbing. Expect some uneven ground and/or loose rock.
No. You do not need mountain climbing equipment or technical climbing expertise.
Meeting details
The Grassy Park in old town Bisbee