Santa Rita Mountains

Location: Coronado National Forest 

Intensity: CHALLENGING

Duration: 9 HOURS

Distance: 13.5 miles (113km)

Elevation gain: 3,982ft (1214m)

DRIVE TIME: 3 HRS RT

From $450

The Mount Wrightson Trail offers a challenging yet rewarding hike for experienced adventurers. This loop trail combines the Old Baldy Trail and the Super Trail, leading you through diverse terrain, from oak forests to rocky outcrops. As you climb, the views become more expansive, offering breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The summit rewards you with 360-degree views, making the strenuous ascent worth every step. With steep sections and significant elevation gain, this trail is ideal for those looking for a full-day of stunning desert and mountain scenery. 

**ESC OUTSIDE STOPS HIKING THIS TRAIL AT FIRST SNOW.