Tucson Picacho Peak
July 26, 2007
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Anyone driving between Tucson and Phoenix goes right by Picacho Peak. From a distance it looks like a giant saddle on the horizon. As you get closer some have said it looks like a Huge Throne, I’ve even had some say they can see a man carrying a cross walking across the top of the ridge as you drive past the main peak.
The Furthest Most Civil War Battle
The only skirmish of the Civil War in the Arizona Territories took place at Picacho Peak. It wasn’t much of a fight; 12 Union 1 Scout; 10 Confederates.
For more on this event in History Read:
- The Battle of Picacho Pass
- The Civil War in Arizona / New Mexico Territory
- Battle of Picacho Pass Wikipedia
The largest ostrich farm in the US is Rooster Cogburn’s located at the base of Picacho Peak. I’ve always wondered what an ostrich egg omelet would be like.
Rooster Cogburn’s Ostrich Ranch at Picacho Peak
Camping, hiking and picnicking are all activities taking place around Picacho Peak State Park.
Picacho Peak has a rich history for being a high point in the middle of a desolate area of Arizona between the small Sonoran town named Tucson and the bustling metropolis of Phoenix
