Day Hikes in the Gila

The WNPA Bookstore as well as the Gila National Forest district offices sell both the Gila Day Hiking map (area immediately around the Gila Cliff Dwellings) and the Gila Wilderness map.

For the Gila National Forest Map and Aldo Leopold Wilderness Map purchase at any of the Gila National Forest offices.

Check the weather before dayhiking. Monsoon season can cause flashflooding in canyons. Winter can bring sub freezing temperatures and ice.

Please note that the hikes listed below may not be near the Gila Cliff Dwellings as this list is meant to show popular day hikes throughout the Gila National Forest, Gila Wilderness and the Aldo Leopold Wilderness.

For more information on these hikes contact the Gila National Forest (The Gila National Forest offices are closed on weekends and holidays).

Silver City District: (575) 388-8201
Glenwood District: (575) 539-2481
Wilderness District: (575) 536-2250
Black Range District: (575) 894-6677
Reserve District: (575) 533-6605

The Gila offers plenty of hiking oppurtunities for those that only have the day to explore. From the Catwalk National Recreation Trail to the popular #729 Little Bear Canyon Trail. In the Gila there is a day hike for everyone! Click the area you'll be near below to find what day hikes you'll be near!