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South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area

The 60,100-acre South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness is located in southwestern Maricopa County, Arizona. It is 16 miles east of Gila Bend and 30 miles southwest of Phoenix. It is within the Sonoran Desert National Monument . The monument offers many opportunities to explore and discover the secrets of the Sonoran Desert and includes three wilderness areas: the North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness , the South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness , and the Table Top Wilderness . This wilderness includes…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 32.9252994, -112.3983448

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Sonoran Desert National Monument
  • Brittlebush Trailhead
  • Margies Cove East Trailhead
  • North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area
  • Box Canyon Recreational Shooting Site
  • Margies Cove West Trailhead

Frequently asked questions

Is South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area reservable?

South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area?

See the map for South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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