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Fort Bowie (S/CI)

By September 11, 2022 September 2nd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 3 Area: Wilcox, AZ
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 200 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: 8 Trailhead GPS Coordinates N/A
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: No
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Easy Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: No Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an easy out and back hike to historic Fort Bowie.  There are historic ruins and a cemetery along the trail. There is a small visitor center at the Fort. There is a Ranger at the Fort to answer questions. Bring plenty of water and a snack.

Directions:

From Willcox, AZ: drive 23 miles east of Willcox on Interstate 10 to the town of Bowie. Exit at the first Bowie exit and drive through the town. Follow the signs for Fort Bowie National Historic Site and turn south on Apache Pass Road. Drive 13 miles to the Fort Bowie Trailhead (the last mile of the road is unpaved). Trailhead is on the left.