Butterfield Trail
Fort Bowie National Historic Site, Cochise County, AZ
Out-and-back trail in Fort Bowie National Historic Site, Cochise County, AZ. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5 mi (8.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 666 ft (203 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 55 min
- High point
- 5,010 ft (1,527 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Trailhead: Butterfield Overland Stage Road 4.9 mi (8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Butterfield Trail
How long is Butterfield Trail?
Butterfield Trail is 5 mi (8.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 55 min. It climbs 666 ft (203 m) in total, up to a high point of 5,010 ft (1,527 m).
How hard is Butterfield Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Butterfield Trail?
Parking at the far end. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Butterfield Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Butterfield Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (11% under trees).
What can you do on Butterfield Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Butterfield Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Indian Creek Trail Coronado National Forest · Expert · 17.8 mi (28.7 km)
- West Stuart Trail Cochise County · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
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