Four Peaks

Four Peaks is a mountain ridge featuring four distinct summits in Arizona, with Browns Peak reaching approximately 7,659 feet at its highest point. The north side drops steeply, while the southern slopes transition more gradually into the surrounding plateau.

The area was home to the Salado people long ago, with archaeological evidence of their presence still found in these mountains. The ridge later became part of the protected National Forest system and remains a popular hiking destination today.

The name refers to the four prominent summits that define this ridge and remain visible from many viewpoints across the region. Locals and hikers treat the formation as a distinctive landmark of the Sonoran Desert landscape.

Access is via Forest Road 143, with Browns Trail serving as the main route to the highest summit. The terrain is passable year-round, though hot months require early starts and plenty of water.

An active amethyst mine operates within this mountain ridge, producing high-grade purple gemstones found nowhere else locally. This geological feature makes the location one of North America's most significant mineral deposits.

Location: Arizona

GPS coordinates: 33.68439,-111.32569

Latest update: December 7, 2025 18:01