U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT
Arizona
| BLM > Arizona > Recreation > On-Line Permits > Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness | |
| Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness Frequently Asked Questions |
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Visitor Use Limits
- Why does BLM limit visitor use permits in these areas?
- Am I limited to one trip per year?
- Are there limits on the number of days I can be permitted?
- What is the group size limit?
- Are there limits on the total number of people per day in the canyon?
- How many groups may enter per day?
Permits
- Are permits recommended?
- How can I find out about available hiking dates?
- How far ahead may I purchase a permit?
- When is the best time to hike Aravaipa?
- Once I have a permit, can I change dates or group size?
- How do I cancel a permit?
- Are permits required?
- How long will it take to get my permit after I make my purchase?
- Is it possible to get a permit to hike without buying a permit in advance?
- I am a TNC (The Nature Conservancy) member. Can I hike the first mile of the canyon without a permit?
- I just want to walk in a few minutes and turn around. Do I need a permit?
- Are permits required to hike the side canyons if I do not enter the main canyon of Aravaipa Creek?
- If I have an Arizona Game and Fish permit to hunt in this unit, do I need to make reservations and pay additional fees?
- Do the required fees and permits apply to the entire wilderness?
Fees
- Are fees required?
- What are the fees?
- Where do I pay my fees?
- Are fee refunds made?
- Does my Golden Eagle give me a discount on fees?
- What about Golden Age and Golden Access cards?
- What happens if access to trailheads is impossible after I pay my fees?
Hiking
- What is the difficulty level of this hike?
- Is it possible to hike Aravaipa Canyon without getting my feet wet?
- Can I take my dog?
- I require the use of a seeing-eye dog. Is my dog allowed in the wilderness?
- Can I hike in one side and out the other?
- Who do I call for hiking information?
- Why aren't there any signs marking the trail or side canyon?
Camping
- Can we camp at the West end trailhead?
- Can we camp at the East end trailhead?
- Can I have a campfire?
- Can I burn my trash and toilet paper?
General
- What are the special hunting and fishing regulations in the wilderness?
- Can I use a horse or other packstock on my trip?
- Can I ride my ATV, mountain bike, or use my hang glider?
- Is there a road connecting East and West ends of the canyon?
- The Aravaipa Canyon Road (West end) says "local traffic only." Can I pass through?
- Have a question not listed?
Commercial Guiding/Organized Groups
Have a question not listed?
- You can email your questions to SFOWEB_AZ@blm.gov or call 928-348-4400 for immediate assistance.