Animas, New Mexico, is a ranching community located in a valley between the Peloncillo Mountains on the west and the Pyramid Mountains and Animas Mountains on the east. It is situated west of the Continental Divide and about 30 miles (48 km) south of Lordsburg, which is the closest significant population center. Smaller communities near Animas include Cotton City, Playas, and Rodeo. The region has a rich Native American history, with twenty-one different archaeological sites in the Animas area listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Rodeo, New Mexico, was founded in 1902 as a rail stop on the El Paso and Southwestern Railroad line running from Bisbee, Arizona, to El Paso, Texas. It became the center for cattle shipping in the San Simon Valley. The name "Rodeo" comes from the Spanish rodeo, which means "roundup" or "enclosure," or more specifically, "place where cattle are gathered." The El Paso and Southwestern railroad runs east across the southern part of the state and after passing through Antelope Pass turns south to Rodeo continuing to Douglas, Arizona, and then north to Bisbee, going around the Chiricahua Mountains.
Portal, Arizona, is a community known for its birding opportunities in southeastern Arizona. It is also home to the American Museum of Natural History Southwest Research Station. Sally and Waltor R Spofford's ranch was a popular bird watching destination before closing in 2002. Other notable residents include the writer Nancy Farmer and her husband. The Arizona Sky Village astronomy community is located in Portal because the skies in the area are free of light pollution.
The Chiricahua Mountains are Arizona's largest Sky Island mountain ranges and the second highest in the state. The range's main crest appears as rolling hills on top of a narrow high plateau, rather than distinct mountain peaks. The flat area is enclosed by steep slopes and sharply dissected canyons on the east and west. Engelmann spruce, which reaches its southernmost limit in North America, can be found in this mountain range. The vegetation at higher elevations is dominated by ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, and white fir, with ponderosa pine evenly distributed and the other two conifers mostly confined to north-facing slopes. You can find small, dense stands of Engelmann spruce on several north-facing slopes. The Chiricahua Wilderness is home to a fascinating diversity of plant and animal life, as well as some of the Southwest's most spectacular geology. Covering much of the upper slopes and inner canyons of the mountain range, this 87,700-acre wilderness is a must-visit.
The Peloncillo Mountains stretch from just south of the Mexican border to near Clifton in Greenlee County, Arizona, for about 100 miles, forming an arc. The mountains are relatively dry and low-lying, but they are the only Sky Island range that creates a continuous connection from the Sierra Madre in Mexico to the Mogollon Rim of central Arizona, providing a meshing of diverse habitats from subtropical to temperate and a crucial regional wildlife corridor. The southern part of the range is managed as part of the Coronado National Forest. The Peloncillo Mountains Wilderness, covering 19,440 acres, is in the northern section of the mountain range, about nine miles northeast of San Simon, Arizona, spanning across Graham, Greenlee, and Cochise counties. It is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. The wilderness, with its rugged mountains and canyons, is an excellent place for primitive recreation, including hiking, backpacking, rock scrambling, hunting, and sightseeing.
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Day 1: Chiricahua National Monument Day
Hope you got your rest today. We ride up the mountain and down the other side to finally stop at
the N...
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Day 1: Davis Loop
On the first day, we will wake up and take our time to have breakfast. We'll go through a pre-bike safety checklist and dis...
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In case you need to cancel your reservation, please note our cancellation policy:
If you cancel your reservation before 60 days of departure, we will retain a handling fee of $50 per person, and the remaining deposit will be refunded to you.
If you cancel your reservation between 60 to 31 days before departure, we will refund 50% of your trip fees.
If you cancel your reservation within 30 days of departure, no monies will be refundable.
We strictly adhere to our cancellation policy to maintain the pricing structure of our trips. We cannot make any exceptions, and we strongly recommend that you purchase trip insurance to safeguard your investment.
Please note that Bicycling Tours By Costantini reserves the right to cancel any trip, and in such cases, we will provide full refunds. However, we are not responsible for non-refundable airfare.
Food is of utmost importance to us. Our founder, Tony, is a seasoned chef of over 30 years, and he is committed to ensuring that your dining experience is something that leaves you feeling energized and satisfied before your ride.
Our support vehicle will be available to provide you with a ride if you need a break, carry your food and bikes, as well as provide maintenance for your bicycle if required.
We provide you with an experienced guide who can assist you in any way you require, whether that's cooking meals, bandaging a scraped finger, or getting extra sleeping bags for our campers.
Camping in the Cave Creek and surrounding area is breathtaking. We provide everything you need, from tents, sleeping bags, comfortable sleeping mats, to hot showers and restrooms. Additionally, we will take care of setting up the chairs and tables for you to enjoy your meals.
We not only take care of your shuttle to and from the airport, but we also provide all shuttles during your riding experience.
All the fees for national parks and public lands are covered, so you don't have to worry about them.
Please make sure to bring everything on the list below for your comfort during the tour. We recommend the layering system, including a wicking or long underwear layer, an insulating layer, and a weather barrier for wind and rain. The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, so it's essential to bring all the warm clothing and rain gear listed.
- Your riding/hydration pack should carry 2-4 liters of water and have enough space for rain gear, warm clothing, and the provided food for the day. You may be away from camp and the support vehicle all day and need to be self-sufficient.
- Bike (Our rentals come with flat pedals. You are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.)
- Cycling shoes
- Helmet (Mandatory)
- 3 – 5 pairs of cycling shorts
- 3 – 5 cycling shirts
- Long sleeve cycling shirt
- Long sleeve cotton shirt or solar sleeves
- Cycling socks
- Windbreaker
- Tights or leg warmers
- 2 pairs of cycling gloves (1 pair full length for warmth)
- Rain jacket (These will make you invincible)
- Rain pants (These will make you invincible)
- Warm layer (lightweight synthetic puffy jacket or long sleeve fleece shirt)
- Sunglasses or other eye protection
- Camp shorts
- Shirts
- Warm socks
- Long underwear, top and bottom (wicking layer, not cotton)
- 2 pairs of warm long pants
- Long sleeve fleece or sweater
- Pile or down jacket (insulating layer)
- Warm gloves and hat
- Brimmed hat or visor
- Bathing suit (for solar showers on the trip and at the hotel before/after your trip)
- Hiking shoes
- Sandals
- Cheap PVC rain gear (to wear in camp)
- Toiletries
- Medication (daily and emergency)
- Towel
- Biodegradable soap
- Wet-wipes
- Flashlight or headlamp (with extra batteries)
- Sunglasses
- Optional day bag
- Stuff sacks or reusable grocery bags (or separate compartments for your dry bag)
- Cash for tipping guides: Your guides work as a team and share all of their gratuities. A tip of 10-20% of the price of your trip given to either one of your guides when you return to civilization is a great way to say thanks for a job well done.
- Camera and extra batteries
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