Muleshoe Ranch CMA
Muleshoe Ranch Cooperative Management Area protects over 49,000 acres of rugged desert and lush riparian habitats, encompassing most of the watershed of seven permanent streams, providing habitat for five species of native fish. The ranch is home to a diverse set of riparian, grassland, and desert birds and offers beautiful scenic views.
Site Information
Region: Tucson and Southern
County: Cochise
Directions: Located 30 miles north of Willcox. The Day Use Parking Lot is .03 miles north of the Muleshoe Ranch sign at the cattle guard and is on the left. Day-use parking available from dusk to dawn in designated parking areas only.
Latitude: 32.336293
Longitude: -110.238576
Operational Hours: Open all year, dawn til dusk
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: May-September
Habitats: Desert, Grassland, Stream or river
Know Before You Go
Cell phones may not have reception. Watch for venomous reptiles from March - October. No pets allowed on trails.
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Broad-billed Hummingbird, Lucy’s Warbler
Charismatic: Black-throated Sparrow, Vermilion Flycatcher, Western Kingbird
Contact Information
The Nature Conservancy
6502 N. Muleshoe Rd.
Willcox, AZ 85643
Phone: 520-212-4295
Website: https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/muleshoe-ranch-cma/
Email: muleshoe@tnc.org
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L428055
Additional Resources:
All Muleshoe Ranch headquarters buildings and the hot springs are closed to the public.
No camping or overnight parking.
Camping is permitted on BLM public lands and backcountry destinations in the CMA including Jackson Cabin (approximately 14 miles) and Hooker Cabin (approximately 20 miles). These facilities are on public land managed by the Coronado National Forest.
