Washington Montezuma Pass

The Montezuma pass is well maintained but corrugated in sections due to high traffic, mostly border patrol vehicles. The views are excellent. You reach the top of the trail overlooking the border with Mexico, and there is a little campsite with a fire ring before the lookout. We camped in the flats near Kino Springs after being told by a CBP officer that the area was relatively safe. At 3 AM, we were awoken by automatic gunfire, called 911, and a patrol responded within 15 minutes. At night, you can see the lights of Mexico and hear the Mexican dogs bark. There are no facilities for trash, water, or ablutions.