Bear Wallow Wilderness is located within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. The 11,080 acre Bear Wallow Wilderness boasts some of the largest acreage of virgin ponderosa pine forest in the Southwest. Beautiful Bear Wallow Creek flows throughout the year, providing suitable habitat for the threatened Apache trout. The unique name for the stream and wilderness came from early explorers who were impressed by the number of well-used wallows frequented by the sizeable population of black bears in the region.

• Walk along the shores of the beautiful Bear Wallow Creek, so named for the black bears that like to wade in the shallow regions.
• Hike to a remote, scenic spot, where you can enjoy a quiet picnic lunch or set up camp to stay overnight.
• Try your luck at fishing in a cold, clear mountain stream.