Introduction
Battle Axe Mountain adds a dramatic exclaimation to this rugged and lush Sonoran Desert area south of Superior, Arizona. Other names of features inspired by the ruggedness: The Spine, The Rincon, and Copper Butte. The intrepid hiker can follow Walnut Canyon south to the Gila River, or turn up-canyon at White Canyon itself for spectacular vistas.
Reach White Canyon by driving nine miles south on SR-177, then turn west on Battle Axe Rd. for four miles. Size: 5,800 acres.
View Larger Map. Green trekker symbol is approx. location of trailhead into White Canyon Wilderness. The pink balloon at lower left indicates location of Box Canyon. Blue balloon at top is location of Boyce Thompson Arboretum.
View of Battle Axe near trail entrance to White Canyon Wilderness.