Bonanza Bill Trailhead

About Bonanza Bill Trailhead

Trailhead for the Bonanza Bill Trail (# 23) and Tige Rim Trail (# 90), providing access into areas of the eastern Blue Range Primitive Area as well as the Blue Range Wilderness in New Mexico.

How to Get There

Drive 3 miles east from Alpine, AZ on US 180 to Forest Road 281 (Blue River Road). Turn south and follow this scenic back road 20.7 miles to the Pueblo Park Road (Forest Road 232). The Bonanza Bill Trailhead is 4.7 miles east on this dirt road just before it crosses the New Mexico state line. A wood fenced corral serves as a landmark.

Plan Your Visit to Bonanza Bill Trailhead

Heading to Bonanza Bill Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)