Gila Wilderness Backpacking

Gila Wilderness, NM

Sep 26—Oct 3, 2025

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Discover the untamed beauty of the Gila Wilderness, America’s first designated wilderness area, on this unforgettable 5-day backpacking adventure in southwestern New Mexico.

Wake to the sounds of coyotes and deer as you prepare breakfast on your camp stove. Explore the area’s unique ecology as you ascend high ridges and wander through ponderosa pine forests. Step back in time as you encounter ancient cliff dwellings and artifacts left by the Mogollon people. Throughout the journey, daily dhikr, prayer, Qur’an recitation, and Islamic classes will keep you connected to your faith and purpose. Come prepared to disconnect from the modern world and embrace the simplicity and challenges of the wilderness.

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As you traverse the rugged Mogollon Mountains, you’ll develop essential outdoor skills like minimum-impact camping, map reading, and off-trail navigation while immersing yourself in a pristine desert environment.

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Led by

Yow Feng

Outdoor Instructor

Yow Feng is an experienced wilderness guide and outdoor educator who has led backpacking trips throughout the Mountain West, Alaska, the Southwest, and the Utah canyonlands for over a decade.

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Age Minimum
18+
Course Duration
7 days (5 in wilderness area)
Initial Meeting Point
Albuquerque, NM

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