Apache Peak, Mountain summit in Cochise County, Arizona, US
Apache Peak rises to an elevation of 7,714 feet in the Whetstone Mountains, featuring steep rocky slopes and varied desert vegetation across its terrain.
The peak stands within Coronado National Forest, an area that Native American tribes traversed for centuries before modern exploration began in this region.
The mountain environment supports diverse plant communities, from desert floor species to higher elevation vegetation adapted to mountain conditions.
Hikers can reach the summit through French Joe Canyon route or Empire Ranch route, covering 12.6 miles round trip with 4,160 feet elevation gain.
The mountain maintains a prominence of 2,886 feet above the surrounding landscape, making it visible from multiple vantage points across Cochise County.
Location: Arizona
GPS coordinates: 31.82481,-110.42896
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:04
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