Chiricahua Mountains (Sky Island)
A rhyolite sky island rising 6,000 ft above the Sonoran Desert — where jaguars, elegant trogons, and coatimundis live.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Arizona, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Madrean sky island (1,500–2,900 m)
- Best season
- March – November
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
- Sea Kayaking
- Beachcombing
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Madrean sky island (1,500–2,900 m)
- Best season: March – November
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A rhyolite sky island rising 6,000 ft above the Sonoran Desert — where jaguars, elegant trogons, and coatimundis live.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: March – November
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Madrean sky island (1,500–2,900 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Madrean sky island (1,500–2,900 m)
Difficulty
moderate
