Mount Wrightson Attractions:
Summit Tour (2 days/1 night)
Magnificent 360 degree views
Overnight camping with all food included
2 hot meals prepared by Outdoor Educator
Bird Watching
South of Tucson

Description:
This backpacking tour takes you to the top of Mount Wrightson - the highest point in the area around Tucson, Arizona.  At an elevation of 9,453 feet (2,881 m.), Mount Wrightson is located in the Santa Rita Mountains 40 miles (65 km) southeast of Tucson in the Coronado National Forest. The mountain is known for the spectacular view from its peak, nearly 7,000 feet above Tucson. 

Mt. Wrightson's distinctive pyramid-shaped profile is visible from much of southeastern Arizona and adjoining areas in Mexico. The range contains Madera Canyon, one of the world's premier birding areas.

Distance:  12 miles
Elevation Gain: 4000 feet
Difficulty: Level 3 (Hard)
-Surface trails can be steep and uneven with rocky sections
-Waking can be vigorous
-Hiking experience required

Environmental Education:
Basic Flora and Fauna/Natural History 
"Leave No Trace" Advanced Training
*SONORAN ADVENTURES BASIC Skills Training (included)

*SONORAN ADVENTURES INTERMEDIATE Outdoor Skills Training is available for an extra fee
*SONORAN ADVENTURES ADVANCED Outdoor Skills Training is available for an extra fee

Gear and Items provided by SONORAN ADVENTURES:
Tent
Cooking gear
Water
(2) Lunch
(1) Hot Dinner
(1) Hot Breakfast
Trail Mix snacks

Required Gear and Items you bring:
* Backpack (5000 cu/in)
* Sleeping pad
* Sleeping bag (seasonal)
Layered clothing (seasonal)
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
Comfortable walking/hiking shoes/boots
Rain jacket
**Camera
**Trekking Pole
Headlamp/flashlight
Open mind, imagination and a sense of adventure

* These Items are required.  SONORAN ADVENTURES can provide for an extra fee.  Call 780-6994 for details. 
**Optional

* Price:  $395 one person ($125 each additional person -up to three additional people)
* Group Pricing and Transportation Packages are also available