Trail Overview
The trail winds through sandy, sloping grasslands, offering a scenic drive with curving roads that weave through the open landscape. Several well-established campsites with fire rings provide excellent spots to set up camp while enjoying panoramic views reminiscent of the African savanna. The area is home to an abundance of white-tailed deer, and those driving slowly may have the opportunity to spot them along the route. This trail is also a popular choice for cyclists, and a nearby watering hole attracts wildlife, making it an ideal location for animal viewing. Near the old cattle ranch, a ranger's residence or office can be found, adding a historical element to the journey. The trail lacks amenities such as trash disposal and water supply, and it has limited cell service.
History
The Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1985, encompasses over 117,000 acres in the Altar Valley of southern Arizona. This refuge was created to protect and restore the semi-desert grassland ecosystem, providing habitat for a variety of threatened and endangered species, including the masked bobwhite quail and pronghorn.