Mt Ballard

HIKE TO MT. BALLARD PEAK 
Join the Muleteam this Saturday, February 28th to hike to the highest point in the Mule Mountains, west of the “Divide” with outstanding views of Bisbee, Mexico, and the Huachuca Mountains. This is a fairly difficult hike on a natural path with a steep rocky section. The total distance round trip is only 3.5 miles, but includes an elevation gain of 1,300 feet. Bring water and snacks or lunch. Back early afternoon. Free. Dogs welcome, but be aware that there is lots of cholla along the narrow trail. 
Meet February 28th at 9am by the Old Bisbee courthouse fountain, from which we will carpool up Tombstone Canyon Road to West Blvd. up to the Divide. Alternatively, hikers may head straight for the Divide and wait there. For more info, please contact Deb at debvanschaack@gmail.com or (802)777-1499.
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BACKTRACK - San Pedro hike and picnic
Our riverside hike and picnic was as good as ever. About 24 hikers and four dogs. Weather was perfect: sunny and in the mid 60s. Hike to the San Pedro was fine. Some of the team went to the Old Cemetery and then all gathered at the Mill for the classic group photo, followed by another gourmet picnic (special thanks to Laura for her custom Margaritas). After a long meal most of the team continued on the long loop back along the river. See you all next year at the 17th Annual. - Doug
 

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SCHEDULE 2025-2026

MARCH
7 - Miller Canyon to Parlermee ruins in the Huachucas with Ed
14 - Parker Canyon Lake loop and winery with Brad
21 - Council Rocks in the Dragoons with Carol
28 - Arizona trail near Sonoita with Molly & Jan

APRIL
4 - Old Bisbee art stairs hike with Larry
11 - Hunter Canyon loop in the Huachucas with Jim Poulin
17-18-19 - Campout/hike at Herb Martyr/Cave Creek near Portal
25 - Lower Mule Mtn ridge with Lindsay

MAY
2 - West Old Bisbee stairs and streets with Susan Mayes
9 - Coronado Cave in the Huachucas last hike & potluck



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Fairbank

ANNUAL SAN PEDRO HIKE & PICNIC
Join the Muleteam this Saturday February 21st for a special relaxing and fun event: our 16th Annual Potluck Riverside Picnic along the San Pedro River. We start at the Historic Fairbank Townsite and walk along a flat and easy trail, first to see the 100+ year old cemetery and then mill ruins until we get to the river in only about 1½ miles. At the riverside we spread out the tablecloths, put out the food and drinks and have a long, relaxing lunch. We ask that everyone bring some food or drink to share. Beer & wine are welcome. All the plates, utensils and glasses will be provided. After lunch everyone has the option to either return to Fairbank the way we came or continue the longer loop route along the river (about 4 more miles). 

Meet Feb 21 at 9am by the Old Bisbee courthouse from which we can carpool to the Fairbank Townsite parking lot. Alternatively, hikers may meet us at about 9:40am at the Fairbank parking lot. The trip is about 40 minutes from Bisbee: Route 80 past Tombstone, left on Route 82 across from the Checkpoint for about 6 miles. Fairbank lot is on the right. For any questions, contact Doug at (520) 432-0307 or reiniger@wyoming.com.
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BACKTRACK - Mural Hill
11 hikers met up at various points for the Mural Hill hike. Eight hikers made it to the summit and were rewarded with beautiful southeastern views of Mexico's sky islands, and Chiricahua.  The bird's eye view of various mining activities left us pondering over whether or not mining will be revived in Bisbee. - Carol
 



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SCHEDULE 2025-2026

FEBRUARY
28 - Mt Ballard in the Mule Mountains with Deb

MARCH
7 - Miller Canyon to Parlermee ruins in the Huachucas with Ed
14 - Parker Canyon Lake loop and winery with Brad
21 - Council Rocks in the Dragoons with Carol
28 - Arizona trail near Sonoita with Molly & Jan

APRIL
4 - Old Bisbee art stairs hike with Larry
11 - Hunter Canyon loop in the Huachucas with Jim Poulin
17-18-19 - Campout/hike at Herb Martyr/Cave Creek near Portal
25 - ???

MAY
2 - West Old Bisbee stairs and streets with Susan Mayes
9 - Coronado Cave in the Huachucas last hike & potluck



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Mural Hill

HIKE TO MURAL HILL
Join the Muleteam this Saturday, February 14th to Mural Hill, one of our most memorable hikes. Those who have been to the crest will never forget the views from the top and will be proudly reminded of the flat high-top mountain when later looking from the traffic circle and down below. This trail of desert path and unused dirt road is a mostly uphill walk with a short, steep scramble to the top. It's about 7 miles total, so bring water and lunch. Back late-afternoon. Meet February 14 at 9:00am at the Old Bisbee courthouse fountain or 9:30am at the end of OK Street to start the hike. No need for carpooling. Free. For more details contact Carol at 413-667-8760 or chandlercarolpsk@gmail.com.
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BACKTRACK - Natural Bridge
Our group of 13 first made our way to a ridge with fabulous views of the rock formations of North Bonita Canyon and the surrounding area. Twelve hikers then took the trail down the ridge to a wooded area known as Picket Canyon before another short climb to the viewpoint of the Natural Bridge. The view of the Natural Bridge was slightly impeded by a few trees, which the hike leader thinks had doubled in size since her last hike to the viewpoint. It was still spectacular, surrounded by amazing rhyolite rock formations. One of the hikers has pointed out that the description of a 400 foot elevation gain is misleading, as once you gain the 400 feet, you walk down about the same length and then gain another approximately 400 feet on the return. We saw only one other hiker on the trail, and that was near the end of the trail. This hike is highly recommended to those who have not yet hiked this least used trail in the Chiricuahua National Monument. - Molly
 
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SCHEDULE 2025-2026

FEBRUARY
21 - Fairbank on the San Pedro River hike & picnic with Doug
28 - Mt Ballard in the Mule Mountains with Deb

MARCH
7 - Miller Canyon to Parlermee ruins in the Huachucas with Ed
14 - Parker Canyon Lake loop and winery with Brad
21 - Council Rocks in the Dragoons with Carol
28 - Arizona trail near Sonoita with Molly & Jan

APRIL
4 - Old Bisbee art stairs hike with Larry
11 - Hunter Canyon loop in the Huachucas with Jim Poulin
17-18-19 - Campout/hike at Herb Martyr/Cave Creek near Portal
25 -

MAY
2 -
9 - Coronado Cave in the Huachucas last hike & potluck



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Natural Bridge

HIKE THE NATURAL BRIDGE TRAIL
Join the Muleteam this Saturday to hike the scenic, least used trail in the Chiricahua National Monument. With spectacular rock formations the trail climbs at first, then drops into a pine forest, and ends at the overlook for a small water-carved bridge across the canyon. We will return the same way for a total of 4.8 miles and an approximate total elevation gain of 300-400 feet.
Bring water and lunch, but no dogs. Back late afternoon. Meet February 7 at 9am by the Old Bisbee courthouse fountain to carpool (about 1 1/2 hours each way). Trailhead is a small parking area on the left side of the road as you drive up Bonita Scenic Drive, about 1 mile past the Visitor Center. Gas donation is appreciated and there is a possible entrance fee for the park area. For more details contact Molly at 208-720-7518. 
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 BACKTRACK - Lower Juniper Flats
The weather was perfect for today's hike up to Juniper Flats. We had a great group of 26 hikers and 2 dogs start the trek. We took our time to enjoy the clear views across the canyon, and most participants reached the top before choosing to return via the road or the ridge trail. A few of us descended on a different lower trail and finished the day with snacks and conversation by the fire at base camp. Thank you to Yvette and Dave for providing access to these well-marked trails, and to Neil, the former owner, for sharing the property's history and for his original work clearing the paths. I believe he was the only one who ended up with a scratch during the hike! - Susan
 
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SCHEDULE 2025-2026

FEBRUARY
14 - Mural Hill in the Mule Mtns with Carol
21 - Fairbank on the San Pedro River hike & picnic with Doug
28 - Mt Ballard in the Mule Mountains with Deb

MARCH
7 - Miller Canyon to Parlermee ruins in the Huachucas with Ed
14 - Parker Canyon Lake loop and winery with Brad
21 - Council Rocks in the Dragoons with Carol
28 - Arizona trail near Sonoita with Molly & Jan

APRIL
4 - Old Bisbee art stairs hike with Larry
11 - Hunter Canyon loop in the Huachucas with Jim Poulin
17-18-19 - Campout/hike at Herb Martyr/Cave Creek near Portal
25 -

MAY
2 -
9 - Coronado Cave in the Huachucas last hike & potluck



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