There are 1,490 miles of trails used for hiking, horseback riding, and 4-wheel exploration. For those who like to observe, photograph or study nature, the Gila has several different species of plant and animal life. There are 790,000 acres of wilderness in the Gila. Wilderness is land set aside as part of wild America, where man can be a visitor. The natural environment has not been disturbed.
Travel is restricted to foot or horseback.
No mechanized equipment is allowed. Wilderness areas include the Gila, Aldo Leopold, and Blue Range.