Saguaro Shadow At Four Peaks Stock Photography

The Four Peaks Wilderness was established in 1984, and contains approximately 60,740 acres with a major mountain rising up in its center from the desert foothills. The Four Peaks themselves are visible for many miles, and are one of the most widely recognized landmarks in central Arizona. The rapid change in elevation produces interesting and unique plant and animal communities. Elevations range from 1,900 feet near Apache Lake to 7,600 feet on Brown`s Peak. Saguaros cover the lower elevations. This tall Saguaro is over 100 years old. The afternoon sun casts a multi-armed shadow.