Fatman's Loop Trail - Flagstaff, AZ

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Fatman's Loop Trail

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The Fatman's Loop Trail is an easy 2-mile walk with a few short steep sections. It offers scenic overlooks of Flagstaff and the surrounding countryside with a number of interesting rock formations that bear witness to Mt. Elden's volcanic origins. The trail supports a diverse community of plant species including white fir, ponderosa pine, cliff rose, alligator juniper, and broadleaf yucca.

Wildlife you may encounter on this trail includes Abert's squirrels, pygmy nuthatches, mule deer and grey foxes along with more commonly encountered animals such as Steller's jays and ravens. This trail provides access to the Elden Lookout Trail, which continues two miles and 2,000 feet to the summit of Mt. Elden.

Facilities: There are no facilities provided at The Fatman's Loop Trail.

Best Time To Visit: The Fatman's Loop Trail is open from April to November.

Fees: Unknown

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: No motorized vehicles.

Directions: To reach The Fatman's Loop Trail in Flagstaff; follow Route 66 (which becomes Highway 89) past the entrance to the Flagstaff Mall and the Peaks Ranger District Office to a trailhead parking lot just off the north side of the street.

Map: Click here for a map to Fatman's Loop Trail

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to use The Fatman's Loop Trail.

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Fatman's Loop Trail

Coconino National Forest
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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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