North of Pima and largely within the Coronado National Forest, the Santa Teresa Mountains and the 26,000-acre Santa Teresa Wilderness they contain remain some of the least-visited terrain in Graham County. Steep canyons, rocky ridgelines above 7,000 feet, and desert grasslands support mule deer, black bear, Gould's turkey, and golden eagles, with no paved roads, developed campgrounds, or motorized access inside the wilderness boundary. It's a destination for experienced hikers, backpackers, and hunters seeking true solitude — a rugged counterpoint to the more accessible trails of Mount Graham just to the south.
