About Eagletail Mountains Wilderness
The 97,880-acre Eagletail Mountains Wilderness in Arizona is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Known for its striking geological features, including colorful rock formations and natural arches, the Eagletail Mountains Wilderness is a remote and pristine destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking solitude and adventure in the Arizona desert landscape. At a height of over 2,800 feet, Courthouse Rock rises abruptly from the desert floor, near the northern boundary of the the wilderness. In 1990, it became part of the National Wilderness Preservation System established by the Wilderness Act of 1964. In wilderness, you can enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for solitude. Please follow the regulations in place for this area, and use Leave No Trace
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Weather data & source
Each figure averages the highlighted months. 2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data
Plan your visit
Eagletail Mountains Wilderness is managed by Bureau of Land Management. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.
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