The Top 12 Attractions in the Mogollon Mountains
There are plenty of places to see and visit in the Mogollon Mountains. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Mogollon Mountains is a region where 12
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 26, 2025
West Fork Gila River Footbridge
Highlight • Bridge
This bridge takes you across the river to see the cliff dwellings on its south side. You don't need to worry about motorized vehicles or bikers here; only foot traffic is allowed in this wilderness area.
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Gila Hot Springs
Highlight • Natural Monument
Gila Hot Springs is a small town along the Continental Divide and Grand Enchantment Trail. You can resupply at the small store of Doc Campell's Post – very hiker friendly …
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Shady Oasis Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This trail takes you to and from the famous cliff dwellings of Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. It's very well-maintained but still a rough surface to walk on, including some stone steps along the way.
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Middle Fork of the Gila River
Highlight • River
Middle Fork Trail #157 branches off from Little Bear Canyon Trail #729 and crosses the Middle Fork Gila River here.
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Mogollon Baldy Fire Lookout
Highlight • Summit
Mogollon Baldy is a peak in the Mogollon Wilderness standing at 10,774 feet. On top of the peak sits two structures: a fire tower lookout and a smaller cabin. The …
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Black Mountain Lookout Tower
Highlight • Viewpoint
At 9,287 feet, Black Mountain sits on the border of the Gila Wilderness boundary. There is a small, inaccessible lookout tower at the top. Though much of the mountain is …
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Whitewater Baldy Approach
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Whitewater Baldy is the tallest standing mountain in the Mogollon Wilderness. The 10,899 foot mountain was the center of a major forest fire in 2012. Much of the forest was …
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Grapevine Campground
Highlight • Rest Area
The Grapevine Campground is a free tent camping campground with vault toilets and nearby treatable water. If trying to gain access to the trail leading to Melanie Hot Springs, you …
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Purgatory Chasm
Highlight • Gorge
The Purgatory Chasm is decorated with plant life due to the abundance of water in the area. This flora can be found on the forest floor and in some of …
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Lightfeather Hot Springs
Highlight • Natural Monument
About a 1 mile walk along and through the water of the shallow Middle Fork Gila River emerges a small stream of very hot water which hot springs enthusiasts channel …
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