Muggins Mountain East Red Bluff

This is a short, scenic, out-and-back spur that leads to a rock-collecting spot that is popular with locals. On the way out and back, there is scenic terrain composed of sandy washes, dry creekbeds, and some short, steep uphill climbs and downhill grades. Typical fauna include lizards, snakes, horned toads, and colorful desert birds. Flora includes many species of cacti and desert plants. Side note: the northernmost point of this trail, also the turnaround point, is adjacent to the southern border of the Yuma Proving Ground. It is closed to public travel, mainly because of unexploded ordinance. Venturing into this area without permission will set off remote alarms which could result in a visit by range authorities via helicopter and fines for unauthorized entry.