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Cochie to Mustang (A)

By September 11, 2022 July 2nd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 10 Area: Tortolita Mountains
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 2650 Park Entry Fee: No
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates 32.475738, -111.091022
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Yes Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs No Steep Trail: Yes
Off Trial (scratchy) Yes Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves Required: Yes

 

Special Instructions:

This hike is in the beautiful Tortolita Mountains near the town of Marana.  The trailhead is within the gate of the Ritz Carlton at Dove Mountain. Bring water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

From I-10 in direction to Tucson take Tangerine Rd exit (#240) and head east. In about 5 miles, turn left at the stoplight onto Dove Mountain Blvd. Follow the road roughly 4 miles around the west end of the Tortolitas.  Just past The Gallery is a small trailhead sign on your right for Wild Burro Trail.