The 5,800-acre North Santa Teresa Wilderness in Arizona is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. In 1990, the North Santa Teresa Wilderness became part of the National Wilderness Preservation System established by the Wilderness Act of 1964. In wilderness, you can enjoy challenging recreational activities and extraordinary opportunities for solitude.

Please follow the regulations in place for this area, and use Leave No Trace techniques when visiting to ensure protection of its unique natural and experiential qualities. How to follow the seven standard Leave No Trace principles differ in different parts of the country (desert vs. Rocky Mountains).

Motorized equipment and equipment used for mechanical transport are generally prohibited on all federal lands designated as wilderness. This includes the use of motor vehicles (including OHVs), motorboats, bicycles, hang gliders, wagons, carts, portage wheels, and the landing of aircraft including helicopters. Contact the agency for more information about regulations.

Obtain a recreation permit from the San Carlos Apache Indian Tribe before crossing any Reservation lands. You will also need permission from private landowners before you can cross their lands to reach the wilderness area.

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