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Copyright: Jim Lindstrom - All Rights Reserved
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Copyright: Jim Lindstrom - All Rights Reserved
Copyright: Jim Lindstrom - All Rights Reserved
PINAL MOUNTAIN RANGE IN GILA COUNTY, ARIZONA
Copyright: Jim Lindstrom - All Rights Reserved
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A dramatic southern skyline bordering the nearby city of Globe, the Pinal Mountains offer four-season recreation luring summer and winter hikers, birders, mountain bikers – and fall foliage photographers.
The Pinals are an easy day-trip, too! Globe-Miami is 90-minutes’ drive from Mesa and East Valley cities. Once you’re here, trailheads that ascend into shaded Ponderosa Pine forests are just another 20 minutes drive from downtown Globe. Or keep driving - right to the 7800 foot mountaintop – via 12 miles of scenic, well-graded dirt road leading to Signal Peak on the East side of the range, or Madera Peak on the West. Pavement ends when you turn onto Forest Road 651 – the main road leading campers, hikers and photographers through chaparral-covered hillsides and up into Ponderosa Pine forests.
Look for camp sites (yes, with rustic Forest Service outhouse toilets) starting at Sulfide del Rey and also at Ferndell. The first of several hiking trails is Kellner Canyon -- then FR651 passes two more trails (Ice House, Six Shooter) before ending at the array of radio towers of Pinal Peak. Located wholly within the Tonto National Forest, the Pinal Recreation Area includes 45,760 acres!
VISIT THE COMMUNITIES AROUND THE PINAL MOUNTAINS
THINGS TO DO NEAR THE PINAL MOUNTAINS
Credit: Cameron Davis
ATVing
Photo Credit: Jon Qube
Off road and scenic, that is what Rim Country offers the adventurous soul!
Credit: Cameron Davis
Hiking
Photo Credit: Amanda Moors
Scenic mountain trails are some of the Pinal Mountains most treasured adventures. Find your track!
Credit: Cameron Davis
Mountain Biking
Photo Credit: Scott Morris
Switch backs, miles and miles of swoopy forest single track, pristine pine forest and your bike! Need we say more?
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Star Gazing
Photo Credit: Arizona Astronomy
Awe inspiring shooting stars, constellations and starry skies make the Pinal Mountains truly awesome!
Credit: Dj Craig
Bird Watching
Photo Credit: GEM Press Photos
Wildlife is on display at almost every turn in the road. Fowl of all kinds can be see in Arizona's Rim Country
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Hunting
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Elk, deer, bear, javelina, and mountain lion are some of the featured hunts in the region near the Pinal Mountains.
Credit: Cameron Davis
Nature Photography
Photo Credit: David Burba
The Pinal Mountains are somewhat of a secret in Arizona. But if you want breathtaking beauty, this is your place!
Credit: Cameron Davis
Special Events
Photo Credit: Cassie Ornelas Reyes
From fairs to rodeos to Native American dances to holiday celebrations, there is always something going on in the area.
Credit: Cameron Davis
Camping
Photo Credit: Camp AZ
Group sites, dispersed camping or RV camping... whatever your choice, it is available in Arizona's Rim Country.
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Interpretive Centers
Photo Credit: Cameron Davis
Looking for a family outing that is full of fun, education and history. Find it close by in Globe & Miami, Arizona.
Credit: Cameron Davis
Fall Colors
Photo Credit: Camp AZ
Come see the splendor & amazing color on display when the temperatures drop in the Pinal Mountains.