The Gila Valley Hiking Club (GVHC) is a new organization set to explore and enjoy the magnificent country surrounding the upper Gila River valley, in the southeastern Arizona (and eventually places beyond.)
The Gila Valley is nestled at the base of The Pinaleño Mountains, a remote mountain range within the Coronado National Forest. To the locals the mountain range is known simply as "Mt. Graham." This "sky island" rises dramatically from the desert floor, supporting a biologically diverse ecology representative of the ecology encountered on a trip from Mexico to Canada. There is over 7,000 feet (2,100 m) of vertical relief, more than any other range in the state. Mt. Graham is also home of the most powerful telescope in the world, The Large Binocular Telescope.
The mountains and surrounding desert offer outstanding scenery, wildlife, rich history, and opportunities for recreation that beckon adventurers who yearn for solitude and scenic splendor. We seek to promote and share the availability and nature of great hiking trails in our area.
Join us for a hike or two to see if you'd like to become a member! Club membership is open to all. Join us in experiencing the great outdoors.
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