Dos Cabezas Mountains Wilderness
RV Guide

If you enjoy charting a course all your own, you will welcome the opportunity to scale the heights of the mountainous terrain found at Dos Cabezas Mountains Wilderness. Though none of the land is cleared for trails, there are plenty of interesting places to explore. Since the terrain is extremely rugged, you will need to be sure to bring along supplies to keep yourself well-hydrated, and your energy stores primed for peak performance. During the summer months, it is best to avoid hiking during the hottest parts of the day to prevent sunstroke or dehydration.

Elevation rises from 4,080 to 7,587 feet throughout the grounds, so hiking at this destination is not for the novice. However, there are areas within the wilderness that are less strenuous, which would be better suited to beginning hikers.

The views from the top of the mountain peaks are awe-inspiring, so be sure to bring along your camera to capture the sights you will glimpse along the way.

No trip to Dos Cabezas Mountains Wilderness is complete without a visit to Fort Bowie National Historic Site. This property was once the home of an important base for the army and was in operation from 1862 to 1894. Though a lengthy walk to the grounds at 11.5 miles, the trek makes for an easy journey. Along the route, take time to reflect on the many soldiers who once made the region their home.

Today, the property still houses many buildings of historic importance including the Butterfield Stage Station and the Post Cemetery. Still on the premises is the area that was once the Chiricahua Apache Indian Agency.

Before heading back to the wilderness, be sure to travel out to see the Apache Spring, a body of water which was the source of sustaining life and was also a breeding ground for many conflicts.

Indian Bread Rocks Picnic Area is found within the Dos Cabezas Mountain range and reaches elevations as high as 4,080 to 7,587 feet. The area is exceptionally picturesque and features a wide expanse of unique flora and fauna, making this one trip where you will definitely want to have your camera along.

Found on the grounds are several picnic tables where families can enjoy a leisurely lunch or snack surrounded by the beauty of the magnificent mountain peaks, vast granite boulders, and rich vegetation.
This area is extremely remote, making travel to and from picnic areas a challenging hike. Though reaching the picnic area will mean a vigorous workout, it is worth the effort as the scenery is jawdroppingly beautiful.

Dos Cabezas Mountains Wilderness is a natural habitat for many different species of animals, many of which are considered to be endangered. Among the different creatures you may encounter on a visit to this idyllic outdoor haven include white-tailed deer, mule deer, mountain lions, golden eagles, and bald eagles. The peregrine falcon and the collared lizard, two animals currently found on the extinction list, have also been spotted here.

Be sure to bring along your camera, your binoculars, and a naturalist's guide on this adventure. You will want to have the opportunity to identify the animals you encounter before snapping some photos to preserve as a memory of a great day out looking for wildlife at Dos Cabezas Mountains Wilderness.

For those who love the idea of life on the wild frontier, a visit to Rex Allen Arizona Cowboy Museum is an absolute must. This property pays homage to one of America's most well-known singing cowboys.

Mr. Allen was born only 40 miles from the premises in a small town by the name of Wilcox. A singer and guitarist since childhood, Mr. Allen rose to fame through a popular radio show in the area. He later took a starring role in the TV show known as "Frontier Doctor" before moving on to do voiceover work for well-known film studios.

Across the street from the museum is a park that bears Allen's name and contains a statue of him. The statue, cast in bronze, bears the likeness of a human heart. This was a request of Allen's who believed that long after his death, his heart would remain in his beloved hometown of Wilcox. Situated next to Allen is a statue of his cherished horse Koko.

Though motorized vehicles are not permitted on the wilderness grounds, there are plenty of roads leading through the mountain range where you and your family can enjoy the scenic views provided by the Dos Cabezas Mountains. Simply travel through the small towns of Wilcox or Bowie, Arizona, and you will be treated to the unusual sight of the twin mountain heads which form an important part of the Dos Cabezas Mountain range.

These majestic peaks are truly twins in that their appearance is almost identical regardless of the viewpoint from which you observe them. The summits reach 8,350 feet in total height.

Bring along your camera and plan to stop along the way, so you can enjoy the crisp mountain air while snapping a picture or two as a memento of a great Arizona vacation on this popular BLM-managed land.