Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass)

Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass) - Flagstaff, AZ

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Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass) is moderately difficult 9-mile segment of the state-spanning Arizona Trail was designed to give the equestrian user an alternate route around Flagstaff to avoid city traffic and a safe way to cross Interstate 40. The trail follows the rim of Walnut canyon with fabulous views of the San Francisco Peaks. There is also an abundance of wildlife, such as elk, deer, antelope, squirrels, fox, coyote and many varieties of birds.

From the trailhead, visitors can go north or south. The northern route continues for 3.5 miles to Interstate 40.

The southern route follows the rim of Walnut Canyon to Fisher Point and then across Walnut Canyon into the Mormon Lake District of the Coconino National Forest. This portion of the Arizona Trail goes to Marshall Lake.

The trail is open to hikers and equestrians. The trail receives light use from April to November. It ranges in elevation from 6,700 to 7,000 feet.

Facilities: There are no facilities provided at Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass).

Best Time To Visit: Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass) is open April through November.

Fees: There are no use fees associated with this trail.

Accessibility: This trail is not handicap accessible.

Rules: To help prevent unacceptable resource damage, disturbance to wildlife and reduce fire risk from dispersed camping, the Forest Service has designated 14 campsites along the Freidlein Prairie road for dispersed camping.

Directions: To reach the Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass) from Flagstaff, take Country Club Drive to Oakmont Drive and turn left. Oakmont Drive will turn into Forest Road 303, follow forest road 303 for 3.8 miles to the trailhead parking which is located on the right.

Map: Click here for a map to Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass)

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to use the Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass).

Attractions Near
Arizona Trail (Equestrian Bypass)

Coconino National Forest
Marshall Lake
Sandys Canyon Trail #137

Address

Coconino National Forest-Peaks Ranger Station

5075 N. Highway 89

Flagstaff, Arizona 86004

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General: (928) 526-0866

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