Sycamore Rim Trail - Williams, AZ

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Sycamore Rim Trail

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The Sycamore Rim Trail was first proposed in 1975. Born of the idea that this environment of ponds, streams, cliffs and deep canyons was unique, and worthy of preservation in as nearly an undisturbed condition as possible, the trail was built to provide access to the area so people could enjoy it without impacting its scenic values. Its route was originally cleared and marked in 1979, when the trail was first opened for general use. Since then, this loop has been improved with tread work over its entire length.

The Sycamore Falls Trailhead was added during the summer of 1988 to accommodate hikers along the Sycamore Rim Trail and climbers using the Sycamore Falls area. The trail is open to mountain bikes outside the Wilderness boundary.

The trail forms a loop with access at several points along it. The southern and eastern portions of the loop follow the rim of Sycamore Canyon. The northern and western sections travel through ponderosa pine forests. The entire loop may be traveled from any of the trailheads, or hike a segment of the trail by shuttling between trailheads. Be sure to watch for rock cairns and small signs.

Sycamore Falls is a popular rock climbing area. Climbing is a potentially dangerous activity. A variety of skills and techniques are required to ensure a safe climbing experience. Please seek instruction from qualified sources before venturing onto the cliffs.

This 11-mile one-way trail has been rated as "easy-moderate". It typically takes 5-6 hours to complete the trail.

Facilities: A restroom is provided at the Sycamore Rim Trail.

Best Time To Visit: Sycamore Rim Trail is open year-round.

Fees: There are no fees to hike this trail.

Accessibility: This trail is not handicap accessible.

Rules: Unknown

Directions: To get to Sycamore Rim Trail from Williams, travel east on I-40 to the Garland Prairie exit (#167), and go south on Forest Road #141. Continue south about 12 miles and turn right (southeast) onto Forest Road 56. Continue on Forest Road 56 for about 1.5 miles to the trail parking lot.

Map: Click here for a map to Sycamore Rim Trail

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted to use Sycamore Rim Trail.

Address

Kaibab National Forest/Williams Ranger District

724 South Clover Road

Williams, Arizona 86046

Phone
General: (928) 635-4707
Fax: (928) 635-8208

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