Warm Springs Wilderness Area

Warm Springs Wilderness Area - Kingman, AZ

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Warm Springs Wilderness Area

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The Warm Springs Wilderness Area encircles a desert landscape. One thousand feet above the surrounding desert; the 10-mile long Black Mesa dominates the wilderness. Its edges consist of canyons. Recreational opportunities for primitive recreation abound. Water at Warm Springs and other springs allow for extended camping trips. Horseback riding and hiking are improved by the presence of an old historic trail and numerous burro trails. In the spring following a wet winter, there a notably colorful wildflower display, including ocotillos, blooming annuals, shrubs, and cactuses.

Facilities: None.

Best Time To Visit: The summer climate in this wilderness unit is harsh. Daytime temperatures during the summer months are over 100 degrees. Temperatures are more moderate between October and April.

Fees: No fees are charged.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: Four-wheel drive vehicles are required on the access road.

Directions: From Kingman take Interstate 40 southwest 40 miles to the Franconia exit (13); take the long jeep trail north from there about 15 miles to Warm Springs itself. Four-wheel drive vehicles are required.

Map: Click here for a map to Warm Springs Wilderness Area

Reservations: Unknown

Address

Bureau of Land Management Kingman Resource Area

2475 Beverly Avenue

Kingman, Arizona 8640

Phone
General: (928) 692-4400