Blythe Intaglios There are a total of six distinct figures in three locations, including a human figure at each location and an animal figure at two locations. The largest human figure measures 171 feet from head to toe. Their age is inbetween 450 and 2,000 years old. According to the Mohave and Quechans, natives to the lower Colorado River area, the human figures represent Mastamho, the Creator of all life. The animal figures represent Hatakulya, one of two mountain lions/persons who helped in the Creation. In ancient times, sacred ceremonial dances were held in the area to honor the creation. These intaglios are best viewed from the air.
Bonita Creek Watchable Wildlife Viewing Area Bonita Creek offers some of the most outstanding birding opportunities in Southeastern Arizona. There are over 200 species of birds within the NCA. Optimum viewing season is spring and summer. This viewing deck offers a unique view at treetop levels on the rim of Bonita Creek. The deck is the only fully accessible year-round viewing area in southeast Arizona and Riverview Campground is within walking distance.
Buenos Aires NWR The system of grasslands, cienegas, riparian streams and desert mountains found at Buenos Aires NWR provide habitat and travel corridors for a wide variety of wildlife that includes over 300 species of birds and southwestern mammals that include deer, pronghorn, javelina, coati, ringtail cat, mountain lion, badger and occasional jaguar. The refuge is an excellent birding destination with many of the border Arizona specialty birds like gray hawk, buff-collared nightjar, thick-billed kingbird, and Strickland's woodpecker.
Burro Creek Recreation Area The Burro Creek Recreation Site is situated long Burro Creek within a very scenic Sonoran desert Canyon at an elevation of 1,960 feet. This peaceful area has long been a favorite stop of travelers on nearby Highway 93. Visitors here are invariably fascinated with the contrast between the deep blue pools and tree-lined banks of Burro Creek, and the saguaro-studded hills and cliffs of its desert setting.
Cabeza Prieta NWR Cabeza Prieta NWR, in the Sonoran Desert of SW Arizona, is an area of low, rugged mountains and broad valleys dotted with sand dunes and lava flows. The refuge is the third largest refuge in the contiguous 48 states, in addition, it the largest designated Wilderness area in the contiguous 48 states.The refuge has the lead for recovery of the endangered Sonoran pronghorn. The wide variety of flora and fauna also includes saguaro, creosote, ironwood, ocotillo, bighorn sheep, mule deer, mountain lion, bobcat, kit fox, desert tortoise, Gila monster, sidewinder, a wide variety of birds, and the endangered lesser long-nosed bat.Archeological evidence of early human presence includes foot trails, petroglyphs, shells, and pottery. Part of the Camino del Diablo or "Devil's Highway" passes through the refuge. This historic route to California was traveled by early missionaries, explorers, and prospectors and is still open to 4WD visitation.
Canyon De Chelly National Monument At the base of sheer red cliffs and in canyon wall caves are ruins of Indian villages built between AD 350 and 1300. Canyon de Chelly National Monument offers visitors the chance to learn about Southwestern Indian history from the earliest basketmakers to the Navajo Indians who live and farm here. Authorized April 1, 1931. Boundary change: March 1,1933. Acreage- 83,840 all nonfederal.
