Hiking
Refuge trails are open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All our trails and guided hikes offer great birding opportunities. Many of the back roads in the southeast and northeast grasslands are also good for hiking and backpacking.
View our trails on the Interactive Map.
Aguirre Lake Trail
This trail provides opportunities to see abundant bird life in a rare desert wetland. The trailhead has picnic tables and restrooms.
Trail Length (mi) 1.79
Trail Difficulty Easy
Estimated Time 45 minutes
Route Type Loop
Arivaca Cienega Nature Trail
This trail meanders along the seasonal stream beneath towering cottonwoods.
Trail Length (mi) 0.88
Trail Difficulty Easy
Estimated Time 1 hour
Route Type Loop
Arivaca Creek Trail
This rugged trail climbs El Cerro, a small mountain with steep sections at the top.
Trail Length (mi) 0.28
Trail Difficulty Hard
Estimated Time 3 hours
Route Type Loop
Mustang Trail
This is a wonderful interpretive trail with great vistas and wildlife viewing.
Trail Length (mi) 0.78
Trail Difficulty Easy
Estimated Time 30 minutes
Route Type Loop
